Chatham, VA

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Population
1,191
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
733 ft
Median Home Value
$174,300
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$1,004/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$58,661
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
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About Chatham

As the county seat of Pittsylvania County, Chatham is a quiet Virginia town full of Southern warmth and classic architecture. Everyday life revolves around the historic courthouse square, where tree-lined sidewalks connect local cafes, independent shops, and centuries-old homes. The community is also shaped by two prestigious boarding schools, Chatham Hall and Hargrave Military Academy, giving the area a distinctive campus vibe. If you are looking for a tight-knit neighborhood set against the rolling countryside of Southside Virginia, Chatham delivers an easygoing pace with a strong sense of community.

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