Market Overview
Henrico's median sold price is $390K with homes averaging 29 days on market; Manassas is at $550K and 28 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Jul 2026). Manassas is pricier ($550K median vs $390K), a difference of about $160K. Manassas moves faster, with homes averaging 28 days on market compared to 29 in Henrico. Henrico offers a lower entry point at $150K–$1.2M.
Henrico
VA
Manassas
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Jul 2026
$390K
$550K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Jul 2026
29 days
28 days
Price Range
$150K–$1.2M
$60K–$1.9M
Notable Neighborhoods
Short Pump, Glen Allen, West End, Innsbrook
Old Town Manassas, Georgetown South, Signal Hill, Sudley
Schools
Henrico has a 78% average SOL pass rate; Manassas has 72% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Henrico include Deep Run High School and Glen Allen High School; in Manassas, Osbourn High School and Metz Middle School. See Henrico schools | See Manassas schools
Henrico
VA
Manassas
VA
Avg Pass Rate
78%
72%
Public schools
Deep Run High School, Glen Allen High School, Mills Godwin High School
Osbourn High School, Metz Middle School, Round Elementary
Pass Rate
Commute
Henrico is closer to downtown at ~15 minutes vs ~45 minutes. Neither city has direct Metro access. Major highway access: Henrico (I-64, I-95, I-295), Manassas (I-66, Rt 28, Rt 234).
Henrico
VA
Manassas
VA
Drive to Downtown
~15 min
~45 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-66, Rt 28, Rt 234
Commuter Rail
None
VRE (Manassas line)
VA
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Henrico or Manassas more affordable?
Henrico is more affordable with a median sold price of $390K, compared to $550K in Manassas (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Jul 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. Manassas prices range from $60K–$1.9M.
What are the public-school pass rates in Henrico and Manassas?
Henrico public schools have a 78% average SOL pass rate; Manassas has 72% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Henrico include Deep Run High School and Glen Allen High School; in Manassas, Osbourn High School and Metz Middle School. Pass rates reflect district-wide assessment results; check the specific assigned schools for any address.
Which is easier to commute from, Henrico or Manassas?
Henrico has the shorter commute to downtown at ~15 minutes vs ~45 minutes. Henrico has no direct Metro access. Manassas has no direct Metro access.
How do Henrico and Manassas compare?
Henrico County is a major Richmond suburb offering diverse neighborhoods from the urban-adjacent West End to the rural eastern reaches. Manassas is a charming independent city with a revitalized downtown, diverse dining, and proximity to the Civil War battlefield. 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 Jul 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.