Market Overview
Burke's median sold price is $660K with homes averaging 20 days on market; Reston is at $591K and 26 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). Burke is pricier ($660K median vs $591K), a difference of about $69K. Burke moves faster, with homes averaging 20 days on market compared to 26 in Reston. Reston offers a lower entry point at $250K–$1.5M.
Burke
VA
Reston
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Aug 2026
$660K
$591K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Aug 2026
20 days
26 days
Price Range
$235K–$1.8M
$250K–$1.5M
Notable Neighborhoods
Burke Centre, Burke Station Square, Longwood Knolls, Cherry Run
Lake Anne, North Point, South Lakes, Hunters Woods
Schools
Burke has a 86% average SOL pass rate; Reston has 83% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Burke include Lake Braddock Secondary School and Robinson Secondary School; in Reston, South Lakes High School and Langston Hughes Middle School. See Burke schools | See Reston schools
Burke
VA
Reston
VA
Avg Pass Rate
86%
83%
Public schools
Lake Braddock Secondary School, Robinson Secondary School, White Oaks Elementary
South Lakes High School, Langston Hughes Middle School, Terraset Elementary
Pass Rate
Commute
Reston is closer to downtown at ~30 minutes vs ~35 minutes. Reston has 2 Metro stations, including Reston Town Center on the Silver line. Major highway access: Burke (I-495, Rt 123, Burke Centre Pkwy), Reston (Dulles Toll Road, Rt 7, Rt 267).
Burke
VA
Reston
VA
Drive to Downtown
~35 min
~30 min
Metro Stations
No Metro access
2 Metro stations (nearest: Reston Town Center)
Metro Lines
N/A
Silver
Major Highways
I-495, Rt 123, Burke Centre Pkwy
Dulles Toll Road, Rt 7, Rt 267
Commuter Rail
VRE (Burke Centre station)
None
Property Tax
On a $660K home in Burke, you would pay ~$7,326/yr in property tax. In Reston, a $591K home costs ~$6,563/yr. Both cities share the same rate of $1.110 per $100 of assessed value.
Burke
VA
Reston
VA
Rate per $100
$1.110
$1.110
Est. Annual Tax
Based on median home price
$7,326/yr
$6,563/yr
Notes
Fairfax County rate
Fairfax County rate
Walkability
Reston is more walkable with a Walk Score of 45 (Car-Dependent), compared to 22 in Burke. Transit scores: Burke (15) vs Reston (35). Walkability varies significantly by neighborhood. Urban corridors like Burke Centre and Lake Anne score much higher than suburban areas.
Burke
VA
Reston
VA
Walk Score
Transit Score
15
35
Bike Score
25
52
Safety
Burke is rated "Very Safe" with a total crime rate 49% below Virginia average. Reston is rated "Safe" (27% below Virginia average). Both cities compare favorably to the Virginia state average. Crime rates vary by neighborhood, so check specific areas when house hunting.
Burke
VA
Reston
VA
Safety Rating
Violent Crime
0.5/1K
0.8/1K
Property Crime
8.2/1K
11.5/1K
vs Virginia Avg
49% below Virginia average
27% below Virginia average
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Burke or Reston more affordable?
Reston is more affordable with a median sold price of $591K, compared to $660K in Burke (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. Burke prices range from $235K–$1.8M. Reston prices range from $250K–$1.5M.
What are the public-school pass rates in Burke and Reston?
Burke public schools have a 86% average SOL pass rate; Reston has 83% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Burke include Lake Braddock Secondary School and Robinson Secondary 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, Burke or Reston?
Reston has the shorter commute to downtown at ~30 minutes vs ~35 minutes. Burke has no direct Metro access. Reston has Metro access (Reston Town Center).
What are property taxes in Burke vs Reston?
Burke has a property tax rate of $1.110 per $100 (~$7,326/yr on a $660K 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 Burke and Reston compare?
Burke is a well-established Fairfax County community known for Burke Lake Park and tree-lined neighborhoods. 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 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 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 August 2026.