City Comparison

Henrico vs Springfield: How they compare

Henrico County is a major Richmond suburb offering diverse neighborhoods from the urban-adjacent West End to the rural eastern reaches. Springfield sits at the crossroads of I-95 and the Fairfax County Parkway, offering unmatched commuter access. Both are strong options, but the details matter. Here is how they compare across price, schools, commute, taxes, walkability, and safety.

Market Overview

Henrico's median sold price is $390K with homes averaging 29 days on market; Springfield is at $690K and 22 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Jul 2026). Springfield is pricier ($690K median vs $390K), a difference of about $300K. Springfield moves faster, with homes averaging 22 days on market compared to 29 in Henrico. Henrico offers a lower entry point at $150K–$1.2M.

Henrico

VA

Springfield

VA

Median Sold Price

12 months through Jul 2026

$390K

$690K

Avg Days on Market

12 months through Jul 2026

29 days

22 days

Price Range

$150K–$1.2M

$210K–$1.7M

Notable Neighborhoods

Short Pump, Glen Allen, West End, Innsbrook

West Springfield, North Springfield, Saratoga, Kings Park

Schools

Henrico has a 78% average SOL pass rate; Springfield has 82% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Henrico include Deep Run High School and Glen Allen High School; in Springfield, West Springfield High School and Robert E. Lee High School. See Henrico schools | See Springfield schools

Henrico

VA

Springfield

VA

Avg Pass Rate

78%

82%

Public schools

Deep Run High School, Glen Allen High School, Mills Godwin High School

West Springfield High School, Robert E. Lee High School, Irving Middle School

Pass Rate

78%
82%

Commute

Henrico is closer to downtown at ~15 minutes vs ~30 minutes. Springfield has 1 Metro station, including Franconia-Springfield on the Blue line. Major highway access: Henrico (I-64, I-95, I-295), Springfield (I-95, I-395, I-495).

Henrico

VA

Springfield

VA

Drive to Downtown

~15 min

~30 min

Metro Stations

No Metro access

1 Metro station (nearest: Franconia-Springfield)

Metro Lines

N/A

Blue

Major Highways

I-64, I-95, I-295, Rt 250, Rt 33

I-95, I-395, I-495, Franconia-Springfield Pkwy

Commuter Rail

None

None

VA

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Henrico or Springfield more affordable?

Henrico is more affordable with a median sold price of $390K, compared to $690K in Springfield (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. Springfield prices range from $210K–$1.7M.

What are the public-school pass rates in Henrico and Springfield?

Henrico public schools have a 78% average SOL pass rate; Springfield has 82% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Henrico include Deep Run High School and Glen Allen High School; in Springfield, West Springfield High School and Robert E. Lee High School. Pass rates reflect district-wide assessment results; check the specific assigned schools for any address.

Which is easier to commute from, Henrico or Springfield?

Henrico has the shorter commute to downtown at ~15 minutes vs ~30 minutes. Henrico has no direct Metro access. Springfield has Metro access (Franconia-Springfield).

How do Henrico and Springfield compare?

Henrico County is a major Richmond suburb offering diverse neighborhoods from the urban-adjacent West End to the rural eastern reaches. Springfield sits at the crossroads of I-95 and the Fairfax County Parkway, offering unmatched commuter access. 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.

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