Chesterfield County, Virginia Housing Market
In Chesterfield County, Virginia, the median home value is $366,000, with a median monthly rent of $1,629. This places Chesterfield County at #373 nationally out of 3134 counties by median home value, and #32 within Virginia.
📈 Price Trend (2017 → 2024)
📊 Recent Market Momentum (FHFA HPI)
FHFA House Price Index — All-Transactions, Annual (2000 = 100) · Latest: 2025
📍 Economic Snapshot
Employment & Wages
- Avg weekly wage: $1,192
- Establishments: 10,326
- BLS QCEW, 2025
Housing Supply
- Single-family: 1,576
- Multi-family: 618
- U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey
Migration Patterns
- Inflow: 154,684 (avg $99,385)
- Outflow: 146,746 (avg $99,764)
- IRS Statistics of Income
📍 Sub-Market Activity
Top 10 active ZIP codes in Chesterfield County · Latest: 2025
| # | ZIP Code | HPI | YoY Change | Latest Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 23224 | 433.0 | +4.80% | 2025 |
| 2 | 23834 | 279.1 | +5.31% | 2025 |
| 3 | 23803 | 292.2 | +9.49% | 2025 |
| 4 | 23120 | 257.3 | -0.68% | 2025 |
| 5 | 23114 | 292.3 | +4.79% | 2025 |
| 6 | 23225 | 364.7 | +3.74% | 2025 |
| 7 | 23836 | 279.4 | +8.85% | 2025 |
| 8 | 23113 | 272.7 | +3.26% | 2025 |
| 9 | 23237 | 317.8 | +1.04% | 2025 |
| 10 | 23832 | 303.7 | +2.82% | 2025 |
Source: FHFA HPI for Five-Digit ZIP Codes (All-Transactions Index, 2000 = 100).
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| Metric | Chesterfield County | Virginia Average | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $366,000 | $295,807 | $227,706 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,629 | $1,169 | $968 |
| Owner Occupancy Rate | 76.7% | 70.8% | 73.3% |
| Price/Rent Ratio | 18.7 | 20.3 | 18.7 |
Market Analysis
The median home value in Chesterfield County is 23.7% above the Virginia state average and 60.7% above the U.S. national average. The median rent of $1,629/month is 39.3% above the state average.
With a price-to-rent ratio of 18.7, the buy-vs-rent decision in Chesterfield County is balanced. Whether buying or renting makes more sense depends on your time horizon, down payment capacity, and local market conditions.
Chesterfield County has an owner-occupancy rate of 76.7%, compared to 70.8% in Virginia and 73.3% nationally. This indicates a more homeowner-heavy market than the U.S. average.
Similar Counties by Home Value
| County | State | Median Home Value | Median Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lyon County | Nevada | $366,100 | $1,326 |
| Kent County | Rhode Island | $366,100 | $1,327 |
| Shasta County | California | $366,400 | $1,317 |
| Flagler County | Florida | $364,900 | $1,722 |
| Wasco County | Oregon | $367,400 | $1,008 |
Other Counties in Virginia
| County | Median Home Value | Median Rent | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orange County | $364,200 | $1,205 | 78.7% |
| Madison County | $370,300 | $1,166 | 77.8% |
| Mathews County | $360,900 | $1,032 | 84.0% |
| Henrico County | $359,200 | $1,541 | 64.5% |
| Isle of Wight County | $356,500 | $1,359 | 80.1% |
Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 2024 5-Year Estimates (2017–2024). Variables: B25077 (Median Home Value), B25064 (Median Gross Rent), B25003 (Tenure). Data collected on 2026-10-14. The price-to-rent ratio is calculated as Median Home Value ÷ (Median Monthly Rent × 12).