Chesapeake, VA

A comprehensive guide to buying a home in Chesapeake: neighborhoods, market trends, schools, and lifestyle.

$380K
Median Price
22 days
Avg Days on Market
$175K–$1M
Price Range

Overview

Chesapeake is a sprawling Hampton Roads city offering spacious homes, excellent schools, and access to the Great Dismal Swamp. Its blend of suburban neighborhoods and rural areas provides options for a range of lifestyles.

Neighborhoods

Great Bridge

$175K–$1MEstablished community

A popular neighborhood in Chesapeake.

Greenbrier

$175K–$1MEstablished community

A popular neighborhood in Chesapeake.

Hickory

$175K–$1MEstablished community

A popular neighborhood in Chesapeake.

Western Branch

$175K–$1MEstablished community

A popular neighborhood in Chesapeake.

Deep Creek

$175K–$1MEstablished community

A popular neighborhood in Chesapeake.

Indian River

$175K–$1MEstablished community

A popular neighborhood in Chesapeake.

Market Trends

Chesapeake has a median home price of approximately $380,000 with homes averaging 22 days on market. Great Bridge and Greenbrier are the most popular family neighborhoods, known for strong schools and community amenities. The city's large geographic area offers everything from suburban developments to rural acreage, attracting buyers seeking space at Hampton Roads prices.

Living in Chesapeake

Schools

Strong
SOL Pass Rate79%

Top Schools

  • Grassfield High School
  • Hickory High School
  • Oscar F. Smith High School

Commute

Drive to DC20 min

Major Routes

I-64, I-464, I-264, Rt 168, Rt 17

Walkability

Walk Score18/100
Transit Score8/100
Bike Score22/100

Almost All Errands Require a Car

Safety

Safe

13% below Virginia average

Violent crime1.2 per 1K
Property crime13.5 per 1K

Schools

Chesapeake is served by Fairfax County Public Schools.

Commute & Transportation

Chesapeake offers commuter access to Washington, D.C. via major highways and public transit options.

Lifestyle & Community

Chesapeake is a sprawling Hampton Roads city offering spacious homes, excellent schools, and access to the Great Dismal Swamp. Its blend of suburban neighborhoods and rural areas provides options for a range of lifestyles.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Chesapeake a good place to buy a home?

Chesapeake is a sprawling Hampton Roads city offering spacious homes, excellent schools, and access to the Great Dismal Swamp. Its blend of suburban neighborhoods and rural areas provides options for a range of lifestyles.

What are home prices like in Chesapeake?

The median home price in Chesapeake is approximately $380K, with a range of $175K–$1M.

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