Market Overview
Newport News's median sold price is $301K with homes averaging 40 days on market; Severn is at $510K and 35 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Jul 2026). Severn is pricier ($510K median vs $301K), a difference of about $210K. Severn moves faster, with homes averaging 35 days on market compared to 40 in Newport News. Newport News offers a lower entry point at $100K–$700K.
Newport News
VA
Severn
MD
Median Sold Price
12 months through Jul 2026
$301K
$510K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Jul 2026
40 days
35 days
Price Range
$100K–$700K
$200K–$750K
Notable Neighborhoods
Hilton Village, Oyster Point, Denbigh, Kiln Creek
Severn Run, Meade Village, Piney Orchard, Arundel Mills
VA
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Newport News or Severn more affordable?
Newport News is more affordable with a median sold price of $301K, compared to $510K in Severn (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. Newport News prices range from $100K–$700K. Severn prices range from $200K–$750K.
How do Newport News and Severn compare?
Newport News stretches from the James River to the Chesapeake Bay, anchored by Newport News Shipbuilding, one of the nation's largest industrial employers. Severn is a growing community in Anne Arundel County, conveniently located near Fort Meade and the NSA. 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.