Market Overview
Henrico's median sold price is $390K with homes averaging 29 days on market; Vienna is at $1.1M and 31 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). Vienna is pricier ($1.1M median vs $390K), a difference of about $733K. Henrico moves faster, with homes averaging 29 days on market compared to 31 in Vienna. Henrico offers a lower entry point at $150K–$1.2M.
Henrico
VA
Vienna
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Aug 2026
$390K
$1.1M
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Aug 2026
29 days
31 days
Price Range
$150K–$1.2M
$500K–$2.5M
Notable Neighborhoods
Short Pump, Glen Allen, West End, Innsbrook
Downtown Vienna, Westwood Hills, Vienna West, Bowman Heights
Schools
Henrico has a 78% average SOL pass rate; Vienna has 92% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Henrico include Deep Run High School and Glen Allen High School; in Vienna, James Madison High School and Thoreau Middle School. See Henrico schools | See Vienna schools
Henrico
VA
Vienna
VA
Avg Pass Rate
78%
92%
Public schools
Deep Run High School, Glen Allen High School, Mills Godwin High School
James Madison High School, Thoreau Middle School, Wolftrap Elementary
Pass Rate
Commute
Henrico is closer to downtown at ~15 minutes vs ~25 minutes. Vienna has 1 Metro station, including Vienna/Fairfax-GMU on the Orange line. Major highway access: Henrico (I-64, I-95, I-295), Vienna (I-66, Rt 123, Rt 29).
Henrico
VA
Vienna
VA
Drive to Downtown
~15 min
~25 min
Metro Stations
No Metro access
1 Metro station (nearest: Vienna/Fairfax-GMU)
Metro Lines
N/A
Orange
Major Highways
I-64, I-95, I-295, Rt 250, Rt 33
I-66, Rt 123, Rt 29
Commuter Rail
None
None
VA
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Henrico or Vienna more affordable?
Henrico is more affordable with a median sold price of $390K, compared to $1.1M in Vienna (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. Vienna prices range from $500K–$2.5M.
What are the public-school pass rates in Henrico and Vienna?
Henrico public schools have a 78% average SOL pass rate; Vienna has 92% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Henrico include Deep Run High School and Glen Allen High School; in Vienna, James Madison High School and Thoreau 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 Vienna?
Henrico has the shorter commute to downtown at ~15 minutes vs ~25 minutes. Henrico has no direct Metro access. Vienna has Metro access (Vienna/Fairfax-GMU).
How do Henrico and Vienna compare?
Henrico County is a major Richmond suburb offering diverse neighborhoods from the urban-adjacent West End to the rural eastern reaches. Vienna offers a quintessential small-town atmosphere with big-city proximity. 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 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 August 2026.