Market Overview
King George's median sold price is $500K with homes averaging 41 days on market; Newport News is at $301K and 40 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Jul 2026). King George is pricier ($500K median vs $301K), a difference of about $199K. Newport News moves faster, with homes averaging 40 days on market compared to 41 in King George. Newport News offers a lower entry point at $100K–$700K.
King George
VA
Newport News
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Jul 2026
$500K
$301K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Jul 2026
41 days
40 days
Price Range
$175K–$700K
$100K–$700K
Notable Neighborhoods
Dahlgren, King George Courthouse, Fairview Beach, Shiloh
Hilton Village, Oyster Point, Denbigh, Kiln Creek
VA
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is King George or Newport News more affordable?
Newport News is more affordable with a median sold price of $301K, compared to $500K in King George (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. King George prices range from $175K–$700K. Newport News prices range from $100K–$700K.
How do King George and Newport News compare?
King George County is a rural community on the Potomac River, home to the Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division. 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.