Market Overview
Richmond's median sold price is $389K with homes averaging 30 days on market; Severn is at $510K and 35 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Jul 2026). Severn is pricier ($510K median vs $389K), a difference of about $121K. Richmond moves faster, with homes averaging 30 days on market compared to 35 in Severn. Richmond offers a lower entry point at $125K–$1.5M.
Richmond
VA
Severn
MD
Median Sold Price
12 months through Jul 2026
$389K
$510K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Jul 2026
30 days
35 days
Price Range
$125K–$1.5M
$200K–$750K
Notable Neighborhoods
The Fan, Carytown, Church Hill, Scott's Addition
Severn Run, Meade Village, Piney Orchard, Arundel Mills
Schools
Richmond has a 67% average SOL pass rate; Severn has 77% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Richmond include Maggie L. Walker Governor's School and Open High School; in Severn, Meade High School and Old Mill High School. See Richmond schools | See Severn schools
Richmond
VA
Severn
MD
Avg Pass Rate
67%
77%
Public schools
Maggie L. Walker Governor's School, Open High School, Thomas Jefferson High School
Meade High School, Old Mill High School, Severn River Middle School
Pass Rate
Commute
Richmond is closer to downtown at ~10 minutes vs ~40 minutes. Neither city has direct Metro access. Major highway access: Richmond (I-95, I-64, I-195), Severn (I-97, Rt 32, Rt 3).
Richmond
VA
Severn
MD
Drive to Downtown
~10 min
~40 min
Metro Stations
No Metro access
No Metro access
Metro Lines
N/A
N/A
Major Highways
I-95, I-64, I-195, Rt 1, Rt 301
I-97, Rt 32, Rt 3
Commuter Rail
None
None
VA
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Richmond or Severn more affordable?
Richmond is more affordable with a median sold price of $389K, compared to $510K in Severn (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. Richmond prices range from $125K–$1.5M. Severn prices range from $200K–$750K.
What are the public-school pass rates in Richmond and Severn?
Richmond public schools have a 67% average SOL pass rate; Severn has 77% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Richmond include Maggie L. Walker Governor's School and Open High School; in Severn, Meade High School and Old Mill High School. Pass rates reflect district-wide assessment results; check the specific assigned schools for any address.
Which is easier to commute from, Richmond or Severn?
Richmond has the shorter commute to downtown at ~10 minutes vs ~40 minutes. Richmond has no direct Metro access. Severn has no direct Metro access.
How do Richmond and Severn compare?
Richmond is Virginia's capital and a city experiencing a major renaissance. Severn is a growing community in Anne Arundel County, conveniently located near Fort Meade and the NSA. 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.