Market Overview
Fredericksburg's median sold price is $470K with homes averaging 37 days on market; Newport News is at $300K and 41 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). Fredericksburg is pricier ($470K median vs $300K), a difference of about $170K. Fredericksburg moves faster, with homes averaging 37 days on market compared to 41 in Newport News. Newport News offers a lower entry point at $100K–$700K.
Fredericksburg
VA
Newport News
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Aug 2026
$470K
$300K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Aug 2026
37 days
41 days
Price Range
$151K–$3.8M
$100K–$700K
Notable Neighborhoods
Downtown, College Heights, Idlewild, Braehead
Hilton Village, Oyster Point, Denbigh, Kiln Creek
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Fredericksburg or Newport News more affordable?
Newport News is more affordable with a median sold price of $300K, compared to $470K in Fredericksburg (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. Fredericksburg prices range from $151K–$3.8M. Newport News prices range from $100K–$700K.
How do Fredericksburg and Newport News compare?
Fredericksburg is a historic riverfront city with a vibrant downtown, unique shops, and a growing arts scene. 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 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.