Market Overview
Henrico's median sold price is $390K with homes averaging 29 days on market; Winchester is at $405K and 44 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Jul 2026). Winchester is pricier ($405K median vs $390K), a difference of about $15K. Henrico moves faster, with homes averaging 29 days on market compared to 44 in Winchester. Henrico offers a lower entry point at $150K–$1.2M.
Henrico
VA
Winchester
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Jul 2026
$390K
$405K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Jul 2026
29 days
44 days
Price Range
$150K–$1.2M
$150K–$700K
Notable Neighborhoods
Short Pump, Glen Allen, West End, Innsbrook
Old Town, Stonewall Industrial, Kernstown, Meadow Branch
Schools
Henrico has a 78% average SOL pass rate; Winchester has 75% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Henrico include Deep Run High School and Glen Allen High School; in Winchester, John Handley High School and Daniel Morgan Middle School. See Henrico schools | See Winchester schools
Henrico
VA
Winchester
VA
Avg Pass Rate
78%
75%
Public schools
Deep Run High School, Glen Allen High School, Mills Godwin High School
John Handley High School, Daniel Morgan Middle School, Quarles Elementary
Pass Rate
Commute
Winchester is closer to downtown at ~10 minutes vs ~15 minutes. Neither city has direct Metro access. Major highway access: Henrico (I-64, I-95, I-295), Winchester (I-81, Rt 7, Rt 11).
Henrico
VA
Winchester
VA
Drive to Downtown
~15 min
~10 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-81, Rt 7, Rt 11, Rt 50, Rt 522
Commuter Rail
None
None
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Henrico or Winchester more affordable?
Henrico is more affordable with a median sold price of $390K, compared to $405K in Winchester (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. Winchester prices range from $150K–$700K.
What are the public-school pass rates in Henrico and Winchester?
Henrico public schools have a 78% average SOL pass rate; Winchester has 75% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Henrico include Deep Run High School and Glen Allen High School; in Winchester, John Handley High School and Daniel Morgan 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 Winchester?
Winchester has the shorter commute to downtown at ~10 minutes vs ~15 minutes. Henrico has no direct Metro access. Winchester has no direct Metro access.
How do Henrico and Winchester compare?
Henrico County is a major Richmond suburb offering diverse neighborhoods from the urban-adjacent West End to the rural eastern reaches. Winchester is a historic Shenandoah Valley city known for apple orchards, Civil War heritage, and a revitalized downtown. 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.