Market Overview
Chesapeake is pricier ($380K median vs $320K), a difference of about $60K. Chesapeake moves faster, with homes averaging 22 days on market compared to 30 in Lexington Park. Lexington Park offers a lower entry point at $150K–$600K.
Chesapeake
VA
Lexington Park
MD
Median Price
$380K
$320K
Avg Days on Market
22 days
30 days
Price Range
$175K–$1M
$150K–$600K
Notable Neighborhoods
Great Bridge, Greenbrier, Hickory, Western Branch
Town Center, Willows, San Souci, Wildewood
VA
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Chesapeake or Lexington Park more affordable?
Lexington Park is more affordable with a median home price of $320K, compared to $380K in Chesapeake. Both cities offer a wide range of housing options, from condos and townhomes to single-family homes. Chesapeake prices range from $175K–$1M. Lexington Park prices range from $150K–$600K.
How do Chesapeake and Lexington Park compare?
Chesapeake is a sprawling Hampton Roads city offering spacious homes, public schools, and access to the Great Dismal Swamp. Lexington Park is a community in St. 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.
Market data verified by smover using real transaction records. 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.