Market Overview
Henrico's median sold price is $390K with homes averaging 29 days on market; Williamsburg is at $510K and 46 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). Williamsburg is pricier ($510K median vs $390K), a difference of about $120K. Henrico moves faster, with homes averaging 29 days on market compared to 46 in Williamsburg. Henrico offers a lower entry point at $150K–$1.2M.
Henrico
VA
Williamsburg
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Aug 2026
$390K
$510K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Aug 2026
29 days
46 days
Price Range
$150K–$1.2M
$150K–$1.5M
Notable Neighborhoods
Short Pump, Glen Allen, West End, Innsbrook
Colonial Williamsburg, Kingsmill, New Town, Ford's Colony
Schools
Henrico has a 78% average SOL pass rate; Williamsburg has 84% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Henrico include Deep Run High School and Glen Allen High School; in Williamsburg, Lafayette High School and Warhill High School. See Henrico schools | See Williamsburg schools
Henrico
VA
Williamsburg
VA
Avg Pass Rate
78%
84%
Public schools
Deep Run High School, Glen Allen High School, Mills Godwin High School
Lafayette High School, Warhill High School, Berkeley Middle School
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 ~25 minutes. Neither city has direct Metro access. Major highway access: Henrico (I-64, I-95, I-295), Williamsburg (I-64, Rt 60, Rt 199).
Henrico
VA
Williamsburg
VA
Drive to Downtown
~15 min
~25 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-64, Rt 60, Rt 199
Commuter Rail
None
None
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Henrico or Williamsburg more affordable?
Henrico is more affordable with a median sold price of $390K, compared to $510K in Williamsburg (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. Williamsburg prices range from $150K–$1.5M.
What are the public-school pass rates in Henrico and Williamsburg?
Henrico public schools have a 78% average SOL pass rate; Williamsburg has 84% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Henrico include Deep Run High School and Glen Allen High School; in Williamsburg, Lafayette High School and Warhill 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 Williamsburg?
Henrico has the shorter commute to downtown at ~15 minutes vs ~25 minutes. Henrico has no direct Metro access. Williamsburg has no direct Metro access.
How do Henrico and Williamsburg compare?
Henrico County is a major Richmond suburb with housing from the urban-adjacent West End to the rural eastern reaches. Williamsburg blends colonial history with modern living. 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.