Market Overview
Bristow's median sold price is $719K with homes averaging 19 days on market; Reston is at $591K and 26 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). Bristow is pricier ($719K median vs $591K), a difference of about $128K. Bristow moves faster, with homes averaging 19 days on market compared to 26 in Reston. Reston offers a lower entry point at $250K–$1.5M.
Bristow
VA
Reston
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Aug 2026
$719K
$591K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Aug 2026
19 days
26 days
Price Range
$300K–$900K
$250K–$1.5M
Notable Neighborhoods
Kingsbrooke, Victory Lakes, Braemar, Linton Hall
Lake Anne, North Point, South Lakes, Hunters Woods
Schools
Bristow has a 79% average SOL pass rate; Reston has 83% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Bristow include Patriot High School and Marsteller Middle School; in Reston, South Lakes High School and Langston Hughes Middle School. See Bristow schools | See Reston schools
Bristow
VA
Reston
VA
Avg Pass Rate
79%
83%
Public schools
Patriot High School, Marsteller Middle School, Bristow Run Elementary
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 ~50 minutes. Reston has 2 Metro stations, including Reston Town Center on the Silver line. Major highway access: Bristow (I-66, Rt 28, Rt 29), Reston (Dulles Toll Road, Rt 7, Rt 267).
Bristow
VA
Reston
VA
Drive to Downtown
~50 min
~30 min
Metro Stations
No Metro access
2 Metro stations (nearest: Reston Town Center)
Metro Lines
N/A
Silver
Major Highways
I-66, Rt 28, Rt 29
Dulles Toll Road, Rt 7, Rt 267
Commuter Rail
VRE (Manassas line)
None
Walkability
Reston is more walkable with a Walk Score of 45 (Car-Dependent), compared to 15 in Bristow. Transit scores: Bristow (8) vs Reston (35). Walkability varies significantly by neighborhood. Urban corridors like Kingsbrooke and Lake Anne score much higher than suburban areas.
Bristow
VA
Reston
VA
Walk Score
Transit Score
8
35
Bike Score
12
52
Reported Crime Data
The cited public datasets report city-level violent- and property-crime rates for Bristow 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.
Bristow
VA
Reston
VA
Reported Violent Crime
0.6/1K
0.8/1K
Reported Property Crime
7.9/1K
11.5/1K
VA
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bristow or Reston more affordable?
Reston is more affordable with a median sold price of $591K, compared to $719K in Bristow (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. Bristow prices range from $300K–$900K. Reston prices range from $250K–$1.5M.
What are the public-school pass rates in Bristow and Reston?
Bristow public schools have a 79% average SOL pass rate; Reston has 83% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Bristow include Patriot High School and Marsteller Middle 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, Bristow or Reston?
Reston has the shorter commute to downtown at ~30 minutes vs ~50 minutes. Bristow has no direct Metro access. Reston has Metro access (Reston Town Center).
How do Bristow and Reston compare?
Bristow is a growing community in Prince William County offering spacious newer homes, residential neighborhoods, and convenient access to I-66. 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.