Market Overview
Chantilly's median sold price is $700K with homes averaging 24 days on market; Hampton is at $290K and 45 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). Chantilly is pricier ($700K median vs $290K), a difference of about $410K. Chantilly moves faster, with homes averaging 24 days on market compared to 45 in Hampton. Hampton offers a lower entry point at $80K–$650K.
Chantilly
VA
Hampton
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Aug 2026
$700K
$290K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Aug 2026
24 days
45 days
Price Range
$25K–$2.8M
$80K–$650K
Notable Neighborhoods
Sully Station, South Riding, Poplar Tree Estates, Westfields
Phoebus, Buckroe Beach, Fox Hill, Wythe
Schools
Chantilly has a 85% average SOL pass rate; Hampton has 65% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Chantilly include Chantilly High School and Rocky Run Middle School; in Hampton, Hampton High School and Phoebus High School. See Chantilly schools | See Hampton schools
Chantilly
VA
Hampton
VA
Avg Pass Rate
85%
65%
Public schools
Chantilly High School, Rocky Run Middle School, Greenbriar West Elementary
Hampton High School, Phoebus High School, Bethel High School
These are district-wide assessment results. Verify current school assignments, boundaries, and programs with each local district for a specific address.
Commute
Hampton is closer to downtown at ~25 minutes vs ~40 minutes. Chantilly has 1 Metro station, including Dulles Airport on the Silver line. Major highway access: Chantilly (I-66, Rt 28, Rt 50), Hampton (I-64, I-664, Rt 258).
Chantilly
VA
Hampton
VA
Drive to Downtown
~40 min
~25 min
Metro Stations
1 Metro station (nearest: Dulles Airport)
No Metro access
Metro Lines
Silver
N/A
Major Highways
I-66, Rt 28, Rt 50
I-64, I-664, Rt 258
Commuter Rail
None
None
Reported Crime Data
The cited public datasets report city-level violent- and property-crime rates for Chantilly and Hampton. These historical figures do not describe a specific address or predict an individual's experience. Review the source period and local agency information for current context.
Chantilly
VA
Hampton
VA
Reported Violent Crime
0.6/1K
3.8/1K
Reported Property Crime
8.8/1K
20.2/1K
VA
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Chantilly or Hampton more affordable?
Hampton is more affordable with a median sold price of $290K, compared to $700K in Chantilly (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). Both cities offer a wide range of housing options, from condos and townhomes to single-family homes. Chantilly prices range from $25K–$2.8M. Hampton prices range from $80K–$650K.
What are the public-school pass rates in Chantilly and Hampton?
Chantilly public schools have a 85% average SOL pass rate; Hampton has 65% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Chantilly include Chantilly High School and Rocky Run Middle School; in Hampton, Hampton High School and Phoebus High School. Pass rates reflect district-wide assessment results; check the specific assigned schools for any address.
Which is easier to commute from, Chantilly or Hampton?
Hampton has the shorter commute to downtown at ~25 minutes vs ~40 minutes. Chantilly has Metro access (Dulles Airport). Hampton has no direct Metro access.
How do Chantilly and Hampton compare?
Chantilly offers spacious homes and public schools in western Fairfax County. Hampton is a historic waterfront city on the Chesapeake Bay, home to Langley Air Force Base, NASA Langley Research Center, and Hampton University. The right choice depends on your priorities: budget, commute length, home types, and neighborhood feel. smover lets you compare agent profiles and available transaction records in either city.
Median sold prices and days on market are 12-month aggregates of settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026. School data from Virginia DOE, Maryland MSDE, and DC OSSE public reports. Property tax rates from Virginia Dept. of Taxation (2024). Walkability scores from Walk Score (2024). Crime data from FBI UCR and Virginia State Police (2023). Commute times are approximate rush-hour estimates. Updated September 2026.