Market Overview
Henrico's median sold price is $390K with homes averaging 29 days on market; Newport News is at $300K and 41 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). Henrico is pricier ($390K median vs $300K), a difference of about $90K. Henrico moves faster, with homes averaging 29 days on market compared to 41 in Newport News. Newport News offers a lower entry point at $100K–$700K.
Henrico
VA
Newport News
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Aug 2026
$390K
$300K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Aug 2026
29 days
41 days
Price Range
$150K–$1.2M
$100K–$700K
Notable Neighborhoods
Short Pump, Glen Allen, West End, Innsbrook
Hilton Village, Oyster Point, Denbigh, Kiln Creek
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Henrico or Newport News more affordable?
Newport News is more affordable with a median sold price of $300K, compared to $390K in Henrico (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. Newport News prices range from $100K–$700K.
How do Henrico and Newport News compare?
Henrico County is a major Richmond suburb with housing from the urban-adjacent West End to the rural eastern reaches. Newport News stretches from the James River to the Chesapeake Bay, anchored by Newport News Shipbuilding, one of the nation's largest industrial employers. 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.