Market Overview
Charlottesville's median sold price is $535K with homes averaging 45 days on market; Newport News is at $300K and 41 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). Charlottesville is pricier ($535K median vs $300K), a difference of about $235K. Newport News moves faster, with homes averaging 41 days on market compared to 45 in Charlottesville. Newport News offers a lower entry point at $100K–$700K.
Charlottesville
VA
Newport News
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Aug 2026
$535K
$300K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Aug 2026
45 days
41 days
Price Range
$175K–$2M
$100K–$700K
Notable Neighborhoods
Downtown Mall, Belmont, North Downtown, Barracks Road
Hilton Village, Oyster Point, Denbigh, Kiln Creek
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Charlottesville or Newport News more affordable?
Newport News is more affordable with a median sold price of $300K, compared to $535K in Charlottesville (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. Charlottesville prices range from $175K–$2M. Newport News prices range from $100K–$700K.
How do Charlottesville and Newport News compare?
Charlottesville is a college town centered around the University of Virginia, with a walkable downtown, vibrant arts scene, and proximity to the Blue Ridge Mountains and Virginia wine country. Newport News stretches from the James River to the Chesapeake Bay, anchored by Newport News Shipbuilding, one of the nation's largest industrial employers. The right choice depends on your priorities: budget, commute length, home types, and neighborhood feel. smover can connect you with a verified agent 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 August 2026.