City Comparison

Hampton vs Manassas Park: How they compare

Hampton is a historic waterfront city on the Chesapeake Bay, home to Langley Air Force Base, NASA Langley Research Center, and Hampton University. Manassas Park is a tight-knit community offering some of the most affordable homes in the Northern Virginia region. Both are strong options, but the details matter. Here is how they compare across price, schools, commute, taxes, walkability, and safety.

Market Overview

Hampton's median sold price is $299K with homes averaging 48 days on market; Manassas Park is at $463K and 36 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Jul 2026). Manassas Park is pricier ($463K median vs $299K), a difference of about $164K. Manassas Park moves faster, with homes averaging 36 days on market compared to 48 in Hampton. Hampton offers a lower entry point at $80K–$650K.

Hampton

VA

Manassas Park

VA

Median Sold Price

12 months through Jul 2026

$299K

$463K

Avg Days on Market

12 months through Jul 2026

48 days

36 days

Price Range

$80K–$650K

$57K–$915K

Notable Neighborhoods

Phoebus, Buckroe Beach, Fox Hill, Wythe

Manassas Park, Blooms Crossing, Signal Bay, Park Center

VA

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hampton or Manassas Park more affordable?

Hampton is more affordable with a median sold price of $299K, compared to $463K in Manassas Park (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. Hampton prices range from $80K–$650K. Manassas Park prices range from $57K–$915K.

How do Hampton and Manassas Park compare?

Hampton is a historic waterfront city on the Chesapeake Bay, home to Langley Air Force Base, NASA Langley Research Center, and Hampton University. Manassas Park is a tight-knit community offering some of the most affordable homes in the Northern Virginia region. 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 July 2026.

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