Market Overview
Chantilly is pricier ($710K median vs $570K), a difference of about $140K. Reston moves faster, with homes averaging 14 days on market compared to 19 in Chantilly. Reston offers a lower entry point at $250K–$1.5M.
Chantilly
VA
Reston
VA
Median Price
$710K
$570K
Avg Days on Market
19 days
14 days
Price Range
$25K–$2.8M
$250K–$1.5M
Top Neighborhoods
Sully Station, South Riding, Poplar Tree Estates, Westfields
Lake Anne, North Point, South Lakes, Hunters Woods
Schools
Chantilly has a 85% average SOL pass rate; Reston has 83% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Chantilly include Chantilly High School and Rocky Run Middle School; in Reston, South Lakes High School and Langston Hughes Middle School. See Chantilly schools | See Reston schools
Chantilly
VA
Reston
VA
Avg Pass Rate
85%
83%
Public schools
Chantilly High School, Rocky Run Middle School, Greenbriar West Elementary
South Lakes High School, Langston Hughes Middle School, Terraset Elementary
Pass Rate
Commute
Reston is closer to downtown at ~30 minutes vs ~40 minutes. Chantilly has 1 Metro station, including Dulles Airport on the Silver line. Reston has 2 Metro stations, including Reston Town Center on the Silver line. Major highway access: Chantilly (I-66, Rt 28, Rt 50), Reston (Dulles Toll Road, Rt 7, Rt 267).
Chantilly
VA
Reston
VA
Drive to Downtown
~40 min
~30 min
Metro Stations
1 Metro station (nearest: Dulles Airport)
2 Metro stations (nearest: Reston Town Center)
Metro Lines
Silver
Silver
Major Highways
I-66, Rt 28, Rt 50
Dulles Toll Road, Rt 7, Rt 267
Commuter Rail
None
None
Property Tax
On a $710K home in Chantilly, you would pay ~$7,881/yr in property tax. In Reston, a $570K home costs ~$6,327/yr. Both cities share the same rate of $1.110 per $100 of assessed value.
Chantilly
VA
Reston
VA
Rate per $100
$1.110
$1.110
Est. Annual Tax
Based on median home price
$7,881/yr
$6,327/yr
Notes
Fairfax County rate
Fairfax County rate
Walkability
Reston is more walkable with a Walk Score of 45 (Car-Dependent), compared to 20 in Chantilly. Transit scores: Chantilly (12) vs Reston (35). Walkability varies significantly by neighborhood. Urban corridors like Sully Station and Lake Anne score much higher than suburban areas.
Chantilly
VA
Reston
VA
Walk Score
Transit Score
12
35
Bike Score
22
52
Safety
Chantilly is rated "Very Safe" with a total crime rate 44% 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.
Chantilly
VA
Reston
VA
Safety Rating
Violent Crime
0.6/1K
0.8/1K
Property Crime
8.8/1K
11.5/1K
vs Virginia Avg
44% below Virginia average
27% below Virginia average
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Chantilly or Reston more affordable?
Reston is more affordable with a median home price of $570K, compared to $710K in Chantilly. Both cities offer a wide range of housing options, from condos and townhomes to single-family homes. Chantilly prices range from $25K–$2.8M. Reston prices range from $250K–$1.5M.
What are the public-school pass rates in Chantilly and Reston?
Chantilly public schools have a 85% average SOL pass rate; Reston has 83% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Chantilly include Chantilly High School and Rocky Run 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, Chantilly or Reston?
Reston has the shorter commute to downtown at ~30 minutes vs ~40 minutes. Chantilly has Metro access (Dulles Airport). Reston has Metro access (Reston Town Center).
What are property taxes in Chantilly vs Reston?
Chantilly has a property tax rate of $1.110 per $100 (~$7,881/yr on a $710K home). Reston's rate is $1.110 per $100 (~$6,327/yr on a $570K home). Tax rates are set annually by each locality.
How do Chantilly and Reston compare?
Chantilly offers spacious homes and public schools in western Fairfax County. 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.
Market data verified by smover using real transaction records. 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 June 2026.