Market Overview
Henrico's median sold price is $390K with homes averaging 29 days on market; Lorton is at $710K and 29 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). Lorton is pricier ($710K median vs $390K), a difference of about $320K. Both cities average 29 days on market. Henrico offers a lower entry point at $150K–$1.2M.
Henrico
VA
Lorton
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Aug 2026
$390K
$710K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Aug 2026
29 days
29 days
Price Range
$150K–$1.2M
$250K–$1.2M
Notable Neighborhoods
Short Pump, Glen Allen, West End, Innsbrook
Lorton Station, Laurel Hill, Gunston, Newington
Schools
Henrico has a 78% average SOL pass rate; Lorton has 81% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Henrico include Deep Run High School and Glen Allen High School; in Lorton, South County High School and Hayfield Secondary School. See Henrico schools | See Lorton schools
Henrico
VA
Lorton
VA
Avg Pass Rate
78%
81%
Public schools
Deep Run High School, Glen Allen High School, Mills Godwin High School
South County High School, Hayfield Secondary School, Lorton Station Elementary
These are district-wide assessment results. Verify current school assignments, boundaries, and programs with each local district for a specific address.
Commute
Henrico is closer to downtown at ~15 minutes vs ~30 minutes. Neither city has direct Metro access. Major highway access: Henrico (I-64, I-95, I-295), Lorton (I-95, Rt 1, Lorton Rd).
Henrico
VA
Lorton
VA
Drive to Downtown
~15 min
~30 min
Metro Stations
No Metro access
No Metro access
Metro Lines
N/A
N/A
Major Highways
I-64, I-95, I-295, Rt 250, Rt 33
I-95, Rt 1, Lorton Rd
Commuter Rail
None
VRE (Fredericksburg line)
VA
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Henrico or Lorton more affordable?
Henrico is more affordable with a median sold price of $390K, compared to $710K in Lorton (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. Henrico prices range from $150K–$1.2M. Lorton prices range from $250K–$1.2M.
What are the public-school pass rates in Henrico and Lorton?
Henrico public schools have a 78% average SOL pass rate; Lorton has 81% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Henrico include Deep Run High School and Glen Allen High School; in Lorton, South County High School and Hayfield Secondary School. Pass rates reflect district-wide assessment results; check the specific assigned schools for any address.
Which is easier to commute from, Henrico or Lorton?
Henrico has the shorter commute to downtown at ~15 minutes vs ~30 minutes. Henrico has no direct Metro access. Lorton has no direct Metro access.
How do Henrico and Lorton compare?
Henrico County is a major Richmond suburb with housing from the urban-adjacent West End to the rural eastern reaches. Lorton is a revitalized community in southern Fairfax County, transformed by the Workhouse Arts Center and new residential development. 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.