Market Overview
Newport News's median sold price is $300K with homes averaging 41 days on market; Silver Spring is at $540K and 35 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). Silver Spring is pricier ($540K median vs $300K), a difference of about $240K. Silver Spring moves faster, with homes averaging 35 days on market compared to 41 in Newport News. Newport News offers a lower entry point at $100K–$700K.
Newport News
VA
Silver Spring
MD
Median Sold Price
12 months through Aug 2026
$300K
$540K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Aug 2026
41 days
35 days
Price Range
$100K–$700K
$175K–$1.5M
Notable Neighborhoods
Hilton Village, Oyster Point, Denbigh, Kiln Creek
Downtown Silver Spring, Woodside, East Silver Spring, Woodmoor
VA
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Newport News or Silver Spring more affordable?
Newport News is more affordable with a median sold price of $300K, compared to $540K in Silver Spring (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. Newport News prices range from $100K–$700K. Silver Spring prices range from $175K–$1.5M.
How do Newport News and Silver Spring 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. Silver Spring is a diverse, transit-rich community just north of the D. 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 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 August 2026.