Market Overview
Chevy Chase's median sold price is $1.2M with homes averaging 47 days on market; Henrico is at $390K and 29 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). Chevy Chase is pricier ($1.2M median vs $390K), a difference of about $809K. Henrico moves faster, with homes averaging 29 days on market compared to 47 in Chevy Chase. Henrico offers a lower entry point at $150K–$1.2M.
Chevy Chase
MD
Henrico
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Aug 2026
$1.2M
$390K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Aug 2026
47 days
29 days
Price Range
$700K–$5M+
$150K–$1.2M
Notable Neighborhoods
Chevy Chase Village, Section 3, Section 5, Somerset
Short Pump, Glen Allen, West End, Innsbrook
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Chevy Chase or Henrico more affordable?
Henrico is more affordable with a median sold price of $390K, compared to $1.2M in Chevy Chase (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. Chevy Chase prices range from $700K–$5M+. Henrico prices range from $150K–$1.2M.
How do Chevy Chase and Henrico compare?
Chevy Chase has tree-lined streets, large lots, and quick access to downtown D. Henrico County is a major Richmond suburb with housing from the urban-adjacent West End to the rural eastern reaches. 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.