Market Overview
Gainesville's median sold price is $725K with homes averaging 26 days on market; Newport News is at $301K and 40 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Jul 2026). Gainesville is pricier ($725K median vs $301K), a difference of about $425K. Gainesville moves faster, with homes averaging 26 days on market compared to 40 in Newport News. Newport News offers a lower entry point at $100K–$700K.
Gainesville
VA
Newport News
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Jul 2026
$725K
$301K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Jul 2026
26 days
40 days
Price Range
$350K–$1.2M
$100K–$700K
Notable Neighborhoods
Heritage Hunt, Virginia Oaks, Dominion Valley, Braemar
Hilton Village, Oyster Point, Denbigh, Kiln Creek
VA
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Gainesville or Newport News more affordable?
Newport News is more affordable with a median sold price of $301K, compared to $725K in Gainesville (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Jul 2026). Both cities offer a wide range of housing options, from condos and townhomes to single-family homes. Gainesville prices range from $350K–$1.2M. Newport News prices range from $100K–$700K.
How do Gainesville and Newport News compare?
Gainesville is a booming community in western Prince William County along the I-66 corridor. 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 Jul 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.