Housing in Cape Charles, VA
Home values, rent, ownership rates, and housing market data
Housing Market Snapshot
Source: Zillow — January 2026Zillow Home Value Index
$390,391
Cape Charles vs Similar Cities
Source: Census ACS / Redfin (2023)Compared to cities with under 10,000 residents. Cape Charles is highlighted.
Median Home Value
92nd%ilemost expensive$589,000show rank
Median Rent
36th%ilemost expensive rent$840show rank
Rent Burden
58th%ilehighest rent burden19.7%show rank
Census Housing Data
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Median Home Value
$589,000
Median Rent
$840
Total Housing Units
1,162
Vacancy Rate
41.6%
Owner Occupied
60.5%
Renter Occupied
39.5%
Median Property Tax
$3,760
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$1,495
Housing Types
Single Family73.5%
Multi-Family26.5%
Mobile Home0.0%
The median home value in Cape Charles, VA is $589,000. According to Zillow, the home value index for Cape Charles is $390,391. The median rent is $840 per month (Census ACS). About 60.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1971. There are 1,162 total housing units.