Market Overview
Newport News's median sold price is $301K with homes averaging 40 days on market; Virginia Beach is at $364K and 17 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Jul 2026). Virginia Beach is pricier ($364K median vs $301K), a difference of about $64K. Virginia Beach moves faster, with homes averaging 17 days on market compared to 40 in Newport News. Newport News offers a lower entry point at $100K–$700K.
Newport News
VA
Virginia Beach
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Jul 2026
$301K
$364K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Jul 2026
40 days
17 days
Price Range
$100K–$700K
$175K–$2M+
Notable Neighborhoods
Hilton Village, Oyster Point, Denbigh, Kiln Creek
Oceanfront, Town Center, Great Neck, Kempsville
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Newport News or Virginia Beach more affordable?
Newport News is more affordable with a median sold price of $301K, compared to $364K in Virginia Beach (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. Virginia Beach prices range from $175K–$2M+.
How do Newport News and Virginia Beach 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. Virginia Beach is the state's most populous city, offering oceanfront living, a thriving resort economy, and proximity to major military installations. 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.