Market Overview
Centreville is pricier ($600K median vs $280K), a difference of about $320K. Centreville moves faster, with homes averaging 16 days on market compared to 24 in Norfolk. Norfolk offers a lower entry point at $100K–$1M.
Centreville
VA
Norfolk
VA
Median Price
$600K
$280K
Avg Days on Market
16 days
24 days
Price Range
$245K–$3.1M
$100K–$1M
Notable Neighborhoods
Centre Ridge, Sully Station, Virginia Run, Little Rocky Run
Ghent, Downtown Norfolk, West Ghent, Colonial Place
Schools
Centreville has a 84% average SOL pass rate; Norfolk has 65% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Centreville include Centreville High School and Westfield High School; in Norfolk, Maury High School and Granby High School. See Centreville schools | See Norfolk schools
Centreville
VA
Norfolk
VA
Avg Pass Rate
84%
65%
Public schools
Centreville High School, Westfield High School, Liberty Middle School
Maury High School, Granby High School, Norfolk Academy (private)
These are district-wide assessment results. Verify current school assignments, boundaries, and programs with each local district for a specific address.
Commute
Norfolk is closer to downtown at ~10 minutes vs ~40 minutes. Neither city has direct Metro access. Major highway access: Centreville (I-66, Rt 28, Rt 29), Norfolk (I-264, I-64, I-564).
Centreville
VA
Norfolk
VA
Drive to Downtown
~40 min
~10 min
Metro Stations
No Metro access
No Metro access
Metro Lines
N/A
N/A
Major Highways
I-66, Rt 28, Rt 29
I-264, I-64, I-564, Rt 13
Commuter Rail
None
None
Walkability
Norfolk is more walkable with a Walk Score of 42 (Car-Dependent), compared to 25 in Centreville. Transit scores: Centreville (15) vs Norfolk (22). Walkability varies significantly by neighborhood. Urban corridors like Centre Ridge and Ghent score much higher than suburban areas.
Centreville
VA
Norfolk
VA
Walk Score
Transit Score
15
22
Bike Score
28
48
Reported Crime Data
The cited public datasets report city-level violent- and property-crime rates for Centreville and Norfolk. 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.
Centreville
VA
Norfolk
VA
Reported Violent Crime
0.7/1K
4.2/1K
Reported Property Crime
9.1/1K
24.8/1K
VA
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Centreville or Norfolk more affordable?
Norfolk is more affordable with a median home price of $280K, compared to $600K in Centreville. Both cities offer a wide range of housing options, from condos and townhomes to single-family homes. Centreville prices range from $245K–$3.1M. Norfolk prices range from $100K–$1M.
What are the public-school pass rates in Centreville and Norfolk?
Centreville public schools have a 84% average SOL pass rate; Norfolk has 65% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Centreville include Centreville High School and Westfield High School; in Norfolk, Maury High School and Granby 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 Norfolk?
Norfolk has the shorter commute to downtown at ~10 minutes vs ~40 minutes. Centreville has no direct Metro access. Norfolk has no direct Metro access.
How do Centreville and Norfolk compare?
Centreville offers spacious homes and residential neighborhoods at accessible price points. Norfolk is the cultural hub of Hampton Roads, home to Naval Station Norfolk, the world's largest naval base. 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.
Market data verified by smover using real transaction records. 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.