Chesterfield County Real Estate Market Report – Week of August 13, 2026: What Buyers & Sellers Must Know
This week’s inventory, pricing, and demand data for Chesterfield County
As of August 13, 2026, the median sale price in Chesterfield County is $412,000, active listings total 601, and homes are averaging 20 days on market with 2.0 months of supply, a mildly seller-favoring market according to the Mission Realty Team’s weekly analysis. Buyers and sellers researching Chesterfield County real estate, Chesterfield home prices, Midlothian homes for sale, Chesterfield VA housing market, days on market Chesterfield, and Brandermill real estate will find the strongest competition in Midlothian, Woodlake, and the Hallsley/Salisbury corridor near Moseley, where list-to-sale-price ratios sit at 99.6%.
Table of Contents
- Chesterfield County Median Home Price – August 2026
- How Much Inventory Is Available in Chesterfield County?
- How Fast Are Chesterfield Homes Selling Right Now?
- Is Chesterfield County a Buyer’s or Seller’s Market?
- Which Chesterfield Neighborhoods Are Hottest This Week?
- What Should Chesterfield Buyers and Sellers Do Now?
- Frequently Asked Questions
Chesterfield County’s housing market posted a median sale price of $412,000 as of August 13, 2026, up 4.2% year-over-year, according to Mission Realty Team’s weekly review of Chesterfield MLS data. Active inventory stands at 601 homes, average days on market is 20, and months of supply sits at 2.0, placing Chesterfield in balanced-to-seller’s territory, similar to the City of Richmond but slightly less competitive than Henrico this same week.
This week’s data shows 178 new listings and 227 pending sales countywide, a pace that keeps absorption steady without runaway competition. Price per square foot in Chesterfield averages $218, with the Midlothian corridor near Robious Road and the newer Hallsley and Salisbury communities in Moseley commanding closer to $245 per square foot thanks to top-rated Cosby and Midlothian High School zoning.
Chesterfield’s growth continues to be fueled by proximity to Route 288 and the Powhite Parkway, which put much of the county within a 20-30 minute commute of downtown Richmond, CarMax’s Henrico headquarters, and the VCU Health system. Chesterfield County Public Schools, including Cosby, Midlothian, James River, Manchester, and Monacan High Schools, remain a top draw for families relocating from the city and from Henrico alike.
What Is the Median Home Price in Chesterfield County Right Now?
The median sale price across Chesterfield County is $412,000 as of the week of August 13, 2026, up 4.2% from the same week last year. That’s about $19,500 higher than the City of Richmond’s citywide median and roughly $33,000 below Henrico County’s this week.
Price varies considerably by area: established neighborhoods like Brandermill and Woodlake near Route 288 trade in the $360,000-$430,000 range, while newer construction in Hallsley and Salisbury near Moseley regularly clears $525,000-$650,000.
Price per square foot countywide is $218, up from $206 a year ago, with the fastest growth concentrated in homes zoned for Cosby High School and within Chesterfield’s newer Moseley-area subdivisions.
How Much Housing Inventory Is Available in Chesterfield County?
Chesterfield County has 601 active listings as of this week, with 178 new listings added over the past seven days, the highest weekly total among the core Richmond-area jurisdictions this cycle. That’s a healthier supply picture than Henrico’s 534 listings, giving Chesterfield buyers slightly more selection.
Inventory remains tightest in Midlothian and Woodlake, both convenient to Route 288 and Robious Road, while Chester and Bermuda-area neighborhoods on the county’s east side, closer to I-95 and Fort Gregg-Adams, carry a somewhat larger active pool in the $310,000-$375,000 range.
Manchester Middle and Monacan High School zones near Midlothian Turnpike are also seeing increased new-construction inventory as builders continue infill development along the Route 60 corridor.
How Fast Are Homes Selling in Chesterfield County This Week?
The average Chesterfield home is spending 20 days on market as of August 13, 2026, down from 25 days a year ago. Homes priced accurately in Midlothian, Woodlake, and Brandermill are commonly under contract within 10-12 days.
Days on market lengthens for homes above $600,000, particularly larger new-construction properties in Hallsley and Salisbury, where the buyer pool narrows and average time on market runs closer to 34 days.
Chesterfield’s countywide list-to-sale-price ratio is 99.6% this week, indicating sellers are landing very close to their final asking price with only modest room for buyer negotiation in the most in-demand school zones.
Is Chesterfield County a Buyer’s Market or a Seller’s Market Right Now?
Chesterfield sits at 2.0 months of supply countywide, putting it in balanced-to-seller’s territory, slightly less competitive than Henrico’s 1.8 months but tighter than the roughly 2.6 months typical in Hanover County this same week.
The tightest conditions are under $450,000, where move-up families compete for homes zoned to Cosby, Midlothian, and James River High Schools. Above $600,000, supply loosens closer to 3.4 months, giving buyers targeting Hallsley or Salisbury new construction more room to negotiate upgrades and closing-cost credits.
With 227 pending sales against 178 new listings this week, Chesterfield’s absorption pace remains healthy without the runaway multiple-offer intensity seen in parts of Henrico.
Which Chesterfield County Neighborhoods Are Hottest Right Now?
Midlothian, Woodlake, Brandermill, and the Hallsley/Salisbury corridor near Moseley are this week’s most active Chesterfield submarkets by showing volume, per Mission Realty Team’s tracking. Midlothian continues to draw buyers wanting Robious Road convenience and top-rated Midlothian High School access.
Brandermill, built around its namesake lake and recreational amenities, remains popular with buyers wanting an established, tree-lined community within a 25-minute commute of downtown via Route 288 and the Powhite Parkway.
Chester, on the county’s east side near I-95, is drawing buyers priced out of Midlothian who still want reasonable proximity to Fort Gregg-Adams, Petersburg-area employment, and Richmond’s Southside.
What Should Chesterfield Buyers and Sellers Do Given This Week’s Data?
Sellers under $450,000 should list now while 2.0 months of supply and a 99.6% list-to-sale-price ratio still favor quick, competitive sales. Sellers of new construction in Hallsley or Salisbury above $600,000 should price against the most recent closed comps, not builder base pricing, to account for the slightly longer 34-day marketing window.
Buyers should get fully underwritten before touring homes under $450,000 in Midlothian or Woodlake, where 10-12 day average days on market leaves little room for financing delays. Buyers with flexibility should explore Chester and Bermuda, where deeper inventory means less competition per listing.
Everyone should watch Route 288 corridor development closely, as continued new-construction supply in Moseley could shift Chesterfield’s countywide months of supply higher by late fall.
| Metric | Week of August 13, 2026 | Year-Over-Year Change |
|---|---|---|
| Median Sale Price | $412,000 | +4.2% |
| Active Listings | 601 | -4.8% |
| New Listings (past 7 days) | 178 | +1.7% |
| Pending Sales | 227 | +4.6% |
| Average Days on Market | 20 days | -5 days |
| Months of Supply | 2.0 months | -0.4 months |
| List-to-Sale-Price Ratio | 99.6% | +0.5 pts |
| Median Price per Square Foot | $218 | +$12 |
Frequently Asked Questions About the Chesterfield County Market in August 2026
What is the median home price in Chesterfield County in August 2026?
The median home price in Chesterfield County is $412,000 as of the week of August 13, 2026. That’s up 4.2% year-over-year and about $19,500 higher than the City of Richmond’s citywide median. Prices range from the $360,000s in Brandermill and Woodlake to $650,000-plus in newer Hallsley and Salisbury construction. The Mission Realty Team updates these figures weekly using closed and pending Chesterfield MLS data.
Is now a good time to buy a house in Chesterfield County?
Yes, particularly for buyers open to Chester or Bermuda, where deeper inventory means less competition per listing. Buyers targeting Midlothian or Woodlake under $450,000 should expect quick timelines of 10-12 days and should be fully underwritten before touring. Buyers looking at new construction in Hallsley or Salisbury have room to negotiate lot premiums and upgrades right now. Overall, 2.0 months of supply keeps Chesterfield moderately competitive rather than a runaway seller’s market.
Is now a good time to sell a house in Chesterfield County?
Yes, especially under $450,000, where a 99.6% list-to-sale-price ratio and 2.0 months of supply favor sellers. Midlothian and Woodlake are seeing the fastest, most competitive sales this week. Sellers of new construction above $600,000 should still expect solid demand but plan for a longer roughly five-week marketing window. The Mission Realty Team recommends listing before Chesterfield’s typical fall inventory increase.
How many days does it take to sell a home in Chesterfield County right now?
The countywide average is 20 days on market as of August 13, 2026, down from 25 days a year ago. Homes in Midlothian, Woodlake, and Brandermill are commonly under contract within 10-12 days when priced correctly. New construction above $600,000 in Hallsley and Salisbury averages closer to 34 days. Accurate pricing relative to the most recent closed comps remains the biggest factor in speed of sale.
How much housing inventory is available in Chesterfield County right now?
Chesterfield County has 601 active listings as of this week, with 178 new listings added in the past seven days, the highest weekly total among the core Richmond-area jurisdictions. That gives Chesterfield buyers slightly more selection than Henrico’s 534 listings. Midlothian and Woodlake remain the tightest submarkets, while Chester and Bermuda on the east side carry a deeper active pool. New-construction inventory continues to grow along the Route 60 and Moseley corridors.
Are home prices rising or falling in Chesterfield County?
Home prices in Chesterfield County are rising, up 4.2% year-over-year as of August 2026. Price per square foot countywide is $218, up from $206 a year ago. Growth is fastest in homes zoned for Cosby High School and in newer Moseley-area subdivisions like Hallsley and Salisbury. Established neighborhoods like Brandermill and Woodlake are appreciating more moderately.
What does months of supply mean for Chesterfield County’s market?
Months of supply measures how long current inventory would last at the current sales pace, and Chesterfield’s 2.0 months signals a market that leans toward sellers overall. That is slightly less competitive than Henrico’s 1.8 months but tighter than Hanover County’s roughly 2.6 months this same week. Supply is tightest under $450,000 and loosens closer to 3.4 months above $600,000. This means strategy should differ meaningfully depending on price tier and neighborhood.
Are Chesterfield County sellers getting full asking price?
Sellers are getting very close to asking price, with a countywide list-to-sale-price ratio of 99.6% this week. Midlothian, Woodlake, and Brandermill are seeing the most consistent near-asking or above-asking offers. Homes priced aggressively above recent comps are the main drag on the countywide average. Sellers pricing close to comps are landing offers within the first two weeks in most cases.
Which Chesterfield neighborhoods are the most competitive right now?
Midlothian, Woodlake, Brandermill, and the Hallsley and Salisbury corridor near Moseley are the most active Chesterfield submarkets by showing volume this week. Midlothian draws buyers wanting Robious Road convenience and top-rated Midlothian High School access. Brandermill remains popular for its lake amenities and mature, tree-lined streets. Chester on the east side is drawing buyers priced out of Midlothian who want reasonable I-95 access.
Should I wait for interest rates to drop before buying in Chesterfield County?
Waiting is not necessarily the better move, since falling rates typically bring more buyers into the market and could tighten Chesterfield’s already-moderate 2.0 months of supply further. Buyers who can afford today’s payment on a well-priced home in Midlothian or Woodlake may be better served buying now. New-construction buyers in Hallsley or Salisbury may find rate buydown incentives directly from builders right now, which can offset some of the wait-and-see logic. The Mission Realty Team can compare both paths against your specific budget.
How does Chesterfield County compare to Henrico County right now?
Chesterfield’s median price of $412,000 is about $33,000 lower than Henrico’s $445,000 this week, and Chesterfield’s 2.0 months of supply is slightly less competitive than Henrico’s 1.8 months. Chesterfield offers more available inventory overall, with 601 active listings versus Henrico’s 534. Both counties offer strong Chesterfield County Public Schools and Henrico County Public Schools options respectively. The right choice often comes down to commute route, whether Route 288 or the west end corridors work better for your daily drive.
What price per square foot are Chesterfield County homes selling for?
The countywide median is $218 per square foot as of August 2026, up from $206 a year ago. Newer construction in Hallsley and Salisbury near Moseley is commanding closer to $245 per square foot given top Cosby and Midlothian High School zoning. Brandermill and Woodlake remain more moderate, often in the $195-$215 per square foot range. Comparing price per square foot across resale versus new construction is especially useful in Chesterfield given how much new building is underway.
What’s driving Chesterfield County’s housing market in 2026?
Continued new-construction development along Route 288 and in the Moseley area is a primary driver of Chesterfield’s 2026 market activity. Proximity to Route 288 and the Powhite Parkway keeps much of the county within a 20-30 minute commute of downtown Richmond and CarMax’s Henrico headquarters. Chesterfield County Public Schools, including Cosby, Midlothian, and James River High Schools, continue to draw families from both the city and Henrico. Together these factors keep Chesterfield’s 2.0 months of supply firmly in seller-favoring territory.
Ready to Buy or Sell in Chesterfield County?
From Midlothian resales to new construction in Hallsley and Salisbury, the Mission Realty Team tracks Chesterfield’s market every week so your next move is backed by current data. Call the Mission Realty Team at (804) 601-4960 for a same-week Chesterfield market consultation.
