Chesapeake, WV

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Population
1,270
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
608 ft
USGS GNIS community points and 3DEP elevation · GNIS 2026-07-06; USGS 3DEP sampled 2026-07-23
Median Home Value
$84,500
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$967/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$60,927
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
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Chesapeake sits along the south bank of the Kanawha River, just a short drive southeast of Charleston. Named after the historic railway that helped shape the valley, the town stretches comfortably between the water and the wooded hills. Living here gives you quiet residential streets, scenic river views, and easy access to MacCorkle Avenue, making daily travel around the valley quick and simple.

For anyone moving to the area, Chesapeake offers a relaxed, small-town atmosphere with easy access to city amenities. You are only about fifteen minutes from downtown Charleston for work, dining, and healthcare, while coming home to a tight-knit community by the water. It is an appealing option for newcomers who want affordable housing and a peaceful neighborhood setting in the Kanawha Valley.

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