Market Overview
Chesterfield's median sold price is $400K with homes averaging 37 days on market; Reston is at $591K and 26 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). Reston is pricier ($591K median vs $400K), a difference of about $191K. Reston moves faster, with homes averaging 26 days on market compared to 37 in Chesterfield. Chesterfield offers a lower entry point at $150K–$900K.
Chesterfield
VA
Reston
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Aug 2026
$400K
$591K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Aug 2026
37 days
26 days
Price Range
$150K–$900K
$250K–$1.5M
Notable Neighborhoods
Midlothian, Brandermill, Woodlake, Moseley
Lake Anne, North Point, South Lakes, Hunters Woods
Schools
Chesterfield has a 79% average SOL pass rate; Reston has 83% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Chesterfield include Cosby High School and Clover Hill High School; in Reston, South Lakes High School and Langston Hughes Middle School. See Chesterfield schools | See Reston schools
Chesterfield
VA
Reston
VA
Avg Pass Rate
79%
83%
Public schools
Cosby High School, Clover Hill High School, Midlothian High 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
Chesterfield is closer to downtown at ~20 minutes vs ~30 minutes. Reston has 2 Metro stations, including Reston Town Center on the Silver line. Major highway access: Chesterfield (I-95, I-295, Rt 1), Reston (Dulles Toll Road, Rt 7, Rt 267).
Chesterfield
VA
Reston
VA
Drive to Downtown
~20 min
~30 min
Metro Stations
No Metro access
2 Metro stations (nearest: Reston Town Center)
Metro Lines
N/A
Silver
Major Highways
I-95, I-295, Rt 1, Rt 10, Rt 360
Dulles Toll Road, Rt 7, Rt 267
Commuter Rail
None
None
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Chesterfield or Reston more affordable?
Chesterfield is more affordable with a median sold price of $400K, compared to $591K in Reston (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. Chesterfield prices range from $150K–$900K. Reston prices range from $250K–$1.5M.
What are the public-school pass rates in Chesterfield and Reston?
Chesterfield public schools have a 79% average SOL pass rate; Reston has 83% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Chesterfield include Cosby High School and Clover Hill 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, Chesterfield or Reston?
Chesterfield has the shorter commute to downtown at ~20 minutes vs ~30 minutes. Chesterfield has no direct Metro access. Reston has Metro access (Reston Town Center).
How do Chesterfield and Reston compare?
Chesterfield County is one of the fastest-growing counties in the Richmond metro, with new construction and a range of housing prices south of the James River. 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.