Market Overview
Centreville is pricier ($600K median vs $370K), a difference of about $230K. Centreville moves faster, with homes averaging 16 days on market compared to 24 in Suffolk. Suffolk offers a lower entry point at $175K–$800K.
Centreville
VA
Suffolk
VA
Median Price
$600K
$370K
Avg Days on Market
16 days
24 days
Price Range
$245K–$3.1M
$175K–$800K
Notable Neighborhoods
Centre Ridge, Sully Station, Virginia Run, Little Rocky Run
Harbour View, Bennetts Creek, Godwin Boulevard, Riverfront
Schools
Centreville has a 84% average SOL pass rate; Suffolk has 72% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Centreville include Centreville High School and Westfield High School; in Suffolk, Nansemond River High School and King's Fork High School. See Centreville schools | See Suffolk schools
Centreville
VA
Suffolk
VA
Avg Pass Rate
84%
72%
Public schools
Centreville High School, Westfield High School, Liberty Middle School
Nansemond River High School, King's Fork High School, Lakeland High School
These are district-wide assessment results. Verify current school assignments, boundaries, and programs with each local district for a specific address.
Commute
Suffolk is closer to downtown at ~30 minutes vs ~40 minutes. Neither city has direct Metro access. Major highway access: Centreville (I-66, Rt 28, Rt 29), Suffolk (Rt 58, Rt 13, Rt 460).
Centreville
VA
Suffolk
VA
Drive to Downtown
~40 min
~30 min
Metro Stations
No Metro access
No Metro access
Metro Lines
N/A
N/A
Major Highways
I-66, Rt 28, Rt 29
Rt 58, Rt 13, Rt 460, I-664
Commuter Rail
None
None
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Centreville or Suffolk more affordable?
Suffolk is more affordable with a median home price of $370K, 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. Suffolk prices range from $175K–$800K.
What are the public-school pass rates in Centreville and Suffolk?
Centreville public schools have a 84% average SOL pass rate; Suffolk has 72% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Centreville include Centreville High School and Westfield High School; in Suffolk, Nansemond River High School and King's Fork 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 Suffolk?
Suffolk has the shorter commute to downtown at ~30 minutes vs ~40 minutes. Centreville has no direct Metro access. Suffolk has no direct Metro access.
How do Centreville and Suffolk compare?
Centreville offers spacious homes and residential neighborhoods at accessible price points. Suffolk is the largest city by area in Virginia, offering a mix of new construction communities and rural charm. 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.