Market Overview
Centreville's median sold price is $579K with homes averaging 26 days on market; Chesterfield is at $400K and 37 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). Centreville is pricier ($579K median vs $400K), a difference of about $179K. Centreville moves faster, with homes averaging 26 days on market compared to 37 in Chesterfield. Chesterfield offers a lower entry point at $150K–$900K.
Centreville
VA
Chesterfield
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Aug 2026
$579K
$400K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Aug 2026
26 days
37 days
Price Range
$245K–$3.1M
$150K–$900K
Notable Neighborhoods
Centre Ridge, Sully Station, Virginia Run, Little Rocky Run
Midlothian, Brandermill, Woodlake, Moseley
Schools
Centreville has a 84% average SOL pass rate; Chesterfield has 79% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Centreville include Centreville High School and Westfield High School; in Chesterfield, Cosby High School and Clover Hill High School. See Centreville schools | See Chesterfield schools
Centreville
VA
Chesterfield
VA
Avg Pass Rate
84%
79%
Public schools
Centreville High School, Westfield High School, Liberty Middle School
Cosby High School, Clover Hill High School, Midlothian High School
Pass Rate
Commute
Chesterfield is closer to downtown at ~20 minutes vs ~40 minutes. Neither city has direct Metro access. Major highway access: Centreville (I-66, Rt 28, Rt 29), Chesterfield (I-95, I-295, Rt 1).
Centreville
VA
Chesterfield
VA
Drive to Downtown
~40 min
~20 min
Metro Stations
No Metro access
No Metro access
Metro Lines
N/A
N/A
Major Highways
I-66, Rt 28, Rt 29
I-95, I-295, Rt 1, Rt 10, Rt 360
Commuter Rail
None
None
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Centreville or Chesterfield more affordable?
Chesterfield is more affordable with a median sold price of $400K, compared to $579K in Centreville (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. Centreville prices range from $245K–$3.1M. Chesterfield prices range from $150K–$900K.
What are the public-school pass rates in Centreville and Chesterfield?
Centreville public schools have a 84% average SOL pass rate; Chesterfield has 79% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Centreville include Centreville High School and Westfield High School; in Chesterfield, Cosby High School and Clover Hill High School. Pass rates reflect district-wide assessment results; check the specific assigned schools for any address.
Which is easier to commute from, Centreville or Chesterfield?
Chesterfield has the shorter commute to downtown at ~20 minutes vs ~40 minutes. Centreville has no direct Metro access. Chesterfield has no direct Metro access.
How do Centreville and Chesterfield compare?
Centreville offers spacious homes and residential neighborhoods at accessible price points. Chesterfield County is one of the fastest-growing counties in the Richmond metro, offering new construction, public schools, and affordable homes south of the James River. The right choice depends on your priorities: budget, commute length, home types, and neighborhood feel. smover can connect you with a verified agent 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 August 2026.