Market Overview
Annapolis's median sold price is $620K with homes averaging 36 days on market; Richmond is at $390K and 31 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). Annapolis is pricier ($620K median vs $390K), a difference of about $230K. Richmond moves faster, with homes averaging 31 days on market compared to 36 in Annapolis. Richmond offers a lower entry point at $125K–$1.5M.
Annapolis
MD
Richmond
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Aug 2026
$620K
$390K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Aug 2026
36 days
31 days
Price Range
$200K–$3M+
$125K–$1.5M
Notable Neighborhoods
Downtown Annapolis, Eastport, West Annapolis, Parole
The Fan, Carytown, Church Hill, Scott's Addition
Schools
Annapolis has a 80% average SOL pass rate; Richmond has 67% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Annapolis include Annapolis High School and Broadneck High School; in Richmond, Maggie L. Walker Governor's School and Open High School. See Annapolis schools | See Richmond schools
Annapolis
MD
Richmond
VA
Avg Pass Rate
80%
67%
Public schools
Annapolis High School, Broadneck High School, Annapolis Middle School
Maggie L. Walker Governor's School, Open High School, Thomas Jefferson High School
These are district-wide assessment results. Verify current school assignments, boundaries, and programs with each local district for a specific address.
Commute
Richmond is closer to downtown at ~10 minutes vs ~45 minutes. Neither city has direct Metro access. Major highway access: Annapolis (Rt 50, Rt 2, I-97), Richmond (I-95, I-64, I-195).
Annapolis
MD
Richmond
VA
Drive to Downtown
~45 min
~10 min
Metro Stations
No Metro access
No Metro access
Metro Lines
N/A
N/A
Major Highways
Rt 50, Rt 2, I-97
I-95, I-64, I-195, Rt 1, Rt 301
Commuter Rail
None
None
Walkability
Richmond is more walkable with a Walk Score of 50 (Somewhat Walkable), compared to 45 in Annapolis. Transit scores: Annapolis (18) vs Richmond (28). Walkability varies significantly by neighborhood. Urban corridors like Downtown Annapolis and The Fan score much higher than suburban areas.
Annapolis
MD
Richmond
VA
Walk Score
Transit Score
18
28
Bike Score
52
52
Reported Crime Data
The cited public datasets report city-level violent- and property-crime rates for Annapolis and Richmond. These historical figures do not describe a specific address or predict an individual's experience. Review the source period and local agency information for current context.
Annapolis
MD
Richmond
VA
Reported Violent Crime
2.2/1K
5.8/1K
Reported Property Crime
20.5/1K
25.2/1K
MD
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Annapolis or Richmond more affordable?
Richmond is more affordable with a median sold price of $390K, compared to $620K in Annapolis (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). Both cities offer a wide range of housing options, from condos and townhomes to single-family homes. Annapolis prices range from $200K–$3M+. Richmond prices range from $125K–$1.5M.
What are the public-school pass rates in Annapolis and Richmond?
Annapolis public schools have a 80% average SOL pass rate; Richmond has 67% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Annapolis include Annapolis High School and Broadneck High School; in Richmond, Maggie L. Walker Governor's School and Open High School. Pass rates reflect district-wide assessment results; check the specific assigned schools for any address.
Which is easier to commute from, Annapolis or Richmond?
Richmond has the shorter commute to downtown at ~10 minutes vs ~45 minutes. Annapolis has no direct Metro access. Richmond has no direct Metro access.
How do Annapolis and Richmond compare?
Annapolis is Maryland's capital and the home of the U. Richmond is Virginia's capital and a city experiencing a major renaissance. The right choice depends on your priorities: budget, commute length, home types, and neighborhood feel. smover lets you compare agent profiles and available transaction records in either city.
Median sold prices and days on market are 12-month aggregates of settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026. School data from Virginia DOE, Maryland MSDE, and DC OSSE public reports. Property tax rates from Virginia Dept. of Taxation (2024). Walkability scores from Walk Score (2024). Crime data from FBI UCR and Virginia State Police (2023). Commute times are approximate rush-hour estimates. Updated September 2026.