Chester

Average Sales Price

$489,343

Median Sales Price

$416,500

Total Listings

200

Population

43,280

Small-town pace, big-time access.

Chester sits in the southern end of Chesterfield County, and it’s one of those areas that feels distinctly its own — a little slower, a little more rooted, and a lot more affordable than its western Chesterfield neighbors.

The neighborhoods here range widely. You’ve got established subdivisions with mature trees and reasonable lot sizes, newer builds going in along the edges, and the occasional older home on larger acreage. Downtown Chester has a real Main Street feel with local shops, restaurants, and the historic Chester Village Green hosting community events through the year — including a popular farmers market.

Location is a quiet superpower here. You’re right on I-95, which means downtown Richmond is roughly 20 minutes north, Petersburg is just south, and Fort Gregg-Adams is an easy commute. The area has strong commuter access in every direction.

Public schools are part of Chesterfield County Public Schools, with Thomas Dale High School anchoring the area. Chester offers value, community, and convenience — often delivering more house and more land for the money than addresses further west.

LISTINGS

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New

$ 335,000

5 Beds4 Baths2,798 SqFt

3561 Thornsett DR, Chester, VA 23831

Single Family Home

Listed by EXP Realty, LLC
1/44 44

Active

$ 549,900

3 Beds3 Baths3,285 SqFt

12600 Brook LN, Chester, VA 23831

Single Family Home

Listed by EXP Realty, LLC
1/28 28

Price Dropped by $5K

$ 349,900

3 Beds3 Baths1,868 SqFt

11419 Dunmore Mill CT, Chester, VA 23831

Townhouse

Listed by EXP Realty, LLC