Market Overview
Richmond's median sold price is $390K with homes averaging 31 days on market; Woodbridge is at $488K and 31 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). Woodbridge is pricier ($488K median vs $390K), a difference of about $98K. Both cities average 31 days on market. Richmond offers a lower entry point at $125K–$1.5M.
Richmond
VA
Woodbridge
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Aug 2026
$390K
$488K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Aug 2026
31 days
31 days
Price Range
$125K–$1.5M
$145K–$2.9M
Notable Neighborhoods
The Fan, Carytown, Church Hill, Scott's Addition
Dale City, Lake Ridge, Occoquan, Potomac Mills
Schools
Richmond has a 67% average SOL pass rate; Woodbridge has 73% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Richmond include Maggie L. Walker Governor's School and Open High School; in Woodbridge, Woodbridge High School and Gar-Field High School. See Richmond schools | See Woodbridge schools
Richmond
VA
Woodbridge
VA
Avg Pass Rate
67%
73%
Public schools
Maggie L. Walker Governor's School, Open High School, Thomas Jefferson High School
Woodbridge High School, Gar-Field High School, Rippon Middle School
These are district-wide assessment results. Verify current school assignments, boundaries, and programs with each local district for a specific address.
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), Woodbridge (I-95, Rt 1, Rt 123).
Richmond
VA
Woodbridge
VA
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-95, Rt 1, Rt 123
Commuter Rail
None
VRE (Fredericksburg line)
Walkability
Richmond is more walkable with a Walk Score of 50 (Somewhat Walkable), compared to 22 in Woodbridge. Transit scores: Richmond (28) vs Woodbridge (12). Walkability varies significantly by neighborhood. Urban corridors like The Fan and Dale City score much higher than suburban areas.
Richmond
VA
Woodbridge
VA
Walk Score
Transit Score
28
12
Bike Score
52
20
Reported Crime Data
The cited public datasets report city-level violent- and property-crime rates for Richmond and Woodbridge. These historical figures do not describe a specific address or predict an individual's experience. Review the source period and local agency information for current context.
Richmond
VA
Woodbridge
VA
Reported Violent Crime
5.8/1K
1.3/1K
Reported Property Crime
25.2/1K
13.8/1K
VA
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Richmond or Woodbridge more affordable?
Richmond is more affordable with a median sold price of $390K, compared to $488K in Woodbridge (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. Richmond prices range from $125K–$1.5M. Woodbridge prices range from $145K–$2.9M.
What are the public-school pass rates in Richmond and Woodbridge?
Richmond public schools have a 67% average SOL pass rate; Woodbridge has 73% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Richmond include Maggie L. Walker Governor's School and Open High School; in Woodbridge, Woodbridge High School and Gar-Field 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 Woodbridge?
Richmond has the shorter commute to downtown at ~10 minutes vs ~40 minutes. Richmond has no direct Metro access. Woodbridge has no direct Metro access.
How do Richmond and Woodbridge compare?
Richmond is Virginia's capital and a city experiencing a major renaissance. Woodbridge is the commercial heart of eastern Prince William County. 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.