Chesterfield, VA

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

smover Index for Chesterfield: 59 / 100: how it is measured

$350K
Median Price
17 days
Avg Days on Market
$150K–$900K
Price Range

Overview

Chesterfield County is one of the fastest-growing counties in the Richmond metro, offering new construction, public schools, and affordable homes south of the James River.

Neighborhoods

Midlothian

$150K–$900KEstablished residential

A residential neighborhood in Chesterfield.

Brandermill

$150K–$900KEstablished residential

A residential neighborhood in Chesterfield.

Woodlake

$150K–$900KEstablished residential

A residential neighborhood in Chesterfield.

Moseley

$150K–$900KEstablished residential

A residential neighborhood in Chesterfield.

Matoaca

$150K–$900KEstablished residential

A residential neighborhood in Chesterfield.

Chester

$150K–$900KEstablished residential

A residential neighborhood in Chesterfield.

Market Trends

Chesterfield County has a median home price of approximately $350,000 with homes averaging 17 days on market. Midlothian is the county's most sought-after area, with master-planned communities like Brandermill and Woodlake offering lake living. Moseley and Matoaca provide newer construction on larger lots. Chesterfield's public schools and lower cost of living compared to Henrico attract buyers.

Living in Chesterfield

Schools

SOL Pass Rate79%

Public schools

  • Cosby High School
  • Clover Hill High School
  • Midlothian High School

Commute

Drive to DC20 min

Major Routes

I-95, I-295, Rt 1, Rt 10, Rt 360

Commute & Transportation

Chesterfield offers road access to Washington DC via major highways and connects to regional transit where available.

Lifestyle & Community

Chesterfield County is one of the fastest-growing counties in the Richmond metro, offering new construction, public schools, and affordable homes south of the James River.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Chesterfield like for homebuyers?

Chesterfield County is one of the fastest-growing counties in the Richmond metro, offering new construction, public schools, and affordable homes south of the James River.

What are home prices like in Chesterfield?

The median home price in Chesterfield is approximately $350K, with a range of $150K–$900K.

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