Market Overview
Centreville's median sold price is $579K with homes averaging 26 days on market; Richmond is at $390K and 31 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). Centreville is pricier ($579K median vs $390K), a difference of about $189K. Centreville moves faster, with homes averaging 26 days on market compared to 31 in Richmond. Richmond offers a lower entry point at $125K–$1.5M.
Centreville
VA
Richmond
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Aug 2026
$579K
$390K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Aug 2026
26 days
31 days
Price Range
$245K–$3.1M
$125K–$1.5M
Notable Neighborhoods
Centre Ridge, Sully Station, Virginia Run, Little Rocky Run
The Fan, Carytown, Church Hill, Scott's Addition
Schools
Centreville has a 84% average SOL pass rate; Richmond has 67% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Centreville include Centreville High School and Westfield High School; in Richmond, Maggie L. Walker Governor's School and Open High School. See Centreville schools | See Richmond schools
Centreville
VA
Richmond
VA
Avg Pass Rate
84%
67%
Public schools
Centreville High School, Westfield High School, Liberty Middle School
Maggie L. Walker Governor's School, Open High School, Thomas Jefferson High School
Pass Rate
Commute
Richmond 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), Richmond (I-95, I-64, I-195).
Centreville
VA
Richmond
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-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 25 in Centreville. Transit scores: Centreville (15) vs Richmond (28). Walkability varies significantly by neighborhood. Urban corridors like Centre Ridge and The Fan score much higher than suburban areas.
Centreville
VA
Richmond
VA
Walk Score
Transit Score
15
28
Bike Score
28
52
Safety
Centreville is rated "Very Safe" with a total crime rate 42% below Virginia average. Richmond is rated "Below Average" (83% above Virginia average). Both cities compare favorably to broader regional trends. Crime rates vary by neighborhood, so check specific areas when house hunting.
Centreville
VA
Richmond
VA
Safety Rating
Violent Crime
0.7/1K
5.8/1K
Property Crime
9.1/1K
25.2/1K
vs Virginia Avg
42% below Virginia average
83% above Virginia average
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Centreville or Richmond more affordable?
Richmond is more affordable with a median sold price of $390K, 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. Richmond prices range from $125K–$1.5M.
What are the public-school pass rates in Centreville and Richmond?
Centreville public schools have a 84% average SOL pass rate; Richmond has 67% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Centreville include Centreville High School and Westfield 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, Centreville or Richmond?
Richmond has the shorter commute to downtown at ~10 minutes vs ~40 minutes. Centreville has no direct Metro access. Richmond has no direct Metro access.
How do Centreville and Richmond compare?
Centreville offers spacious homes and residential neighborhoods at accessible price points. 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 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.