Market Overview
Ashburn's median sold price is $729K with homes averaging 29 days on market; Reston is at $591K and 26 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). Ashburn is pricier ($729K median vs $591K), a difference of about $137K. Reston moves faster, with homes averaging 26 days on market compared to 29 in Ashburn. Reston offers a lower entry point at $250K–$1.5M.
Ashburn
VA
Reston
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Aug 2026
$729K
$591K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Aug 2026
29 days
26 days
Price Range
$350K–$1.2M
$250K–$1.5M
Notable Neighborhoods
Broadlands, Brambleton, Lansdowne, One Loudoun
Lake Anne, North Point, South Lakes, Hunters Woods
Schools
Ashburn has a 89% average SOL pass rate; Reston has 83% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Ashburn include Briar Woods High School and Stone Bridge High School; in Reston, South Lakes High School and Langston Hughes Middle School. See Ashburn schools | See Reston schools
Ashburn
VA
Reston
VA
Avg Pass Rate
89%
83%
Public schools
Briar Woods High School, Stone Bridge High School, Eagle Ridge Middle School
South Lakes High School, Langston Hughes Middle School, Terraset Elementary
These are district-wide assessment results. Verify current school assignments, boundaries, and programs with each local district for a specific address.
Commute
Reston is closer to downtown at ~30 minutes vs ~45 minutes. Ashburn has 2 Metro stations, including Ashburn on the Silver line. Reston has 2 Metro stations, including Reston Town Center on the Silver line. Major highway access: Ashburn (Rt 7, Rt 28, Dulles Greenway), Reston (Dulles Toll Road, Rt 7, Rt 267).
Ashburn
VA
Reston
VA
Drive to Downtown
~45 min
~30 min
Metro Stations
2 Metro stations (nearest: Ashburn)
2 Metro stations (nearest: Reston Town Center)
Metro Lines
Silver
Silver
Major Highways
Rt 7, Rt 28, Dulles Greenway
Dulles Toll Road, Rt 7, Rt 267
Commuter Rail
None
None
Property Tax
On a $729K home in Ashburn, you would pay ~$6,339/yr in property tax. In Reston, a $591K home costs ~$6,563/yr. Ashburn has the lower rate at $0.870 per $100 of assessed value.
Ashburn
VA
Reston
VA
Rate per $100
$0.870
$1.110
Est. Annual Tax
Based on median home price
$6,339/yr
$6,563/yr
Notes
Loudoun County rate
Fairfax County rate
Walkability
Reston is more walkable with a Walk Score of 45 (Car-Dependent), compared to 28 in Ashburn. Transit scores: Ashburn (22) vs Reston (35). Walkability varies significantly by neighborhood. Urban corridors like Broadlands and Lake Anne score much higher than suburban areas.
Ashburn
VA
Reston
VA
Walk Score
Transit Score
22
35
Bike Score
35
52
Reported Crime Data
The cited public datasets report city-level violent- and property-crime rates for Ashburn and Reston. 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.
Ashburn
VA
Reston
VA
Reported Violent Crime
0.4/1K
0.8/1K
Reported Property Crime
6.9/1K
11.5/1K
VA
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ashburn or Reston more affordable?
Reston is more affordable with a median sold price of $591K, compared to $729K in Ashburn (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. Ashburn prices range from $350K–$1.2M. Reston prices range from $250K–$1.5M.
What are the public-school pass rates in Ashburn and Reston?
Ashburn public schools have a 89% average SOL pass rate; Reston has 83% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Ashburn include Briar Woods High School and Stone Bridge High School; in Reston, South Lakes High School and Langston Hughes Middle School. Pass rates reflect district-wide assessment results; check the specific assigned schools for any address.
Which is easier to commute from, Ashburn or Reston?
Reston has the shorter commute to downtown at ~30 minutes vs ~45 minutes. Ashburn has Metro access (Ashburn). Reston has Metro access (Reston Town Center).
What are property taxes in Ashburn vs Reston?
Ashburn has a property tax rate of $0.870 per $100 (~$6,339/yr on a $729K home). Reston's rate is $1.110 per $100 (~$6,563/yr on a $591K home). Tax rates are set annually by each locality.
How do Ashburn and Reston compare?
Ashburn is one of Loudoun County's fastest-growing communities. Reston is a planned community built around lakes, wooded trails, and town centers. 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.