City Comparison

Chesterfield vs Chevy Chase: How they compare

Chesterfield County is one of the fastest-growing counties in the Richmond metro, with new construction and a range of housing prices south of the James River. Chevy Chase has tree-lined streets, large lots, and quick access to downtown D. The details differ. Here is the sourced context for price, schools, commute, taxes, walkability, and reported crime data.

Market Overview

Chesterfield's median sold price is $400K with homes averaging 37 days on market; Chevy Chase is at $1.2M and 47 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). Chevy Chase is pricier ($1.2M median vs $400K), a difference of about $799K. Chesterfield moves faster, with homes averaging 37 days on market compared to 47 in Chevy Chase. Chesterfield offers a lower entry point at $150K–$900K.

Chesterfield

VA

Chevy Chase

MD

Median Sold Price

12 months through Aug 2026

$400K

$1.2M

Avg Days on Market

12 months through Aug 2026

37 days

47 days

Price Range

$150K–$900K

$700K–$5M+

Notable Neighborhoods

Midlothian, Brandermill, Woodlake, Moseley

Chevy Chase Village, Section 3, Section 5, Somerset

VA

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Chesterfield or Chevy Chase more affordable?

Chesterfield is more affordable with a median sold price of $400K, compared to $1.2M in Chevy Chase (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. Chesterfield prices range from $150K–$900K. Chevy Chase prices range from $700K–$5M+.

How do Chesterfield and Chevy Chase compare?

Chesterfield County is one of the fastest-growing counties in the Richmond metro, with new construction and a range of housing prices south of the James River. Chevy Chase has tree-lined streets, large lots, and quick access to downtown D. 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.

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