Market Overview
Herndon's median sold price is $700K with homes averaging 27 days on market; Reston is at $591K and 26 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). Herndon is pricier ($700K median vs $591K), a difference of about $109K. Reston moves faster, with homes averaging 26 days on market compared to 27 in Herndon. Reston offers a lower entry point at $250K–$1.5M.
Herndon
VA
Reston
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Aug 2026
$700K
$591K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Aug 2026
27 days
26 days
Price Range
$175K–$2.2M
$250K–$1.5M
Notable Neighborhoods
Herndon Town Center, McNair Farms, Reflection Lake, West Ox Cluster
Lake Anne, North Point, South Lakes, Hunters Woods
Schools
Herndon has a 80% average SOL pass rate; Reston has 83% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Herndon include Herndon High School and Rachel Carson Middle School; in Reston, South Lakes High School and Langston Hughes Middle School. See Herndon schools | See Reston schools
Herndon
VA
Reston
VA
Avg Pass Rate
80%
83%
Public schools
Herndon High School, Rachel Carson Middle School, Dranesville 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 ~35 minutes. Herndon has 2 Metro stations, including Herndon on the Silver line. Reston has 2 Metro stations, including Reston Town Center on the Silver line. Major highway access: Herndon (Dulles Toll Road, Rt 7, Rt 28), Reston (Dulles Toll Road, Rt 7, Rt 267).
Herndon
VA
Reston
VA
Drive to Downtown
~35 min
~30 min
Metro Stations
2 Metro stations (nearest: Herndon)
2 Metro stations (nearest: Reston Town Center)
Metro Lines
Silver
Silver
Major Highways
Dulles Toll Road, Rt 7, Rt 28
Dulles Toll Road, Rt 7, Rt 267
Commuter Rail
None
None
Property Tax
On a $700K home in Herndon, you would pay ~$7,770/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.
Herndon
VA
Reston
VA
Rate per $100
$1.110
$1.110
Est. Annual Tax
Based on median home price
$7,770/yr
$6,563/yr
Notes
Fairfax County rate; Town of Herndon adds $0.2650
Fairfax County rate
Walkability
Reston is more walkable with a Walk Score of 45 (Car-Dependent), compared to 40 in Herndon. Transit scores: Herndon (28) vs Reston (35). Walkability varies significantly by neighborhood. Urban corridors like Herndon Town Center and Lake Anne score much higher than suburban areas.
Herndon
VA
Reston
VA
Walk Score
Transit Score
28
35
Bike Score
45
52
Reported Crime Data
The cited public datasets report city-level violent- and property-crime rates for Herndon 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.
Herndon
VA
Reston
VA
Reported Violent Crime
0.9/1K
0.8/1K
Reported Property Crime
12.8/1K
11.5/1K
VA
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Herndon or Reston more affordable?
Reston is more affordable with a median sold price of $591K, compared to $700K in Herndon (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. Herndon prices range from $175K–$2.2M. Reston prices range from $250K–$1.5M.
What are the public-school pass rates in Herndon and Reston?
Herndon public schools have a 80% average SOL pass rate; Reston has 83% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Herndon include Herndon High School and Rachel Carson 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, Herndon or Reston?
Reston has the shorter commute to downtown at ~30 minutes vs ~35 minutes. Herndon has Metro access (Herndon). Reston has Metro access (Reston Town Center).
What are property taxes in Herndon vs Reston?
Herndon has a property tax rate of $1.110 per $100 (~$7,770/yr on a $700K 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 Herndon and Reston compare?
Herndon is a walkable town near the Dulles technology corridor. 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.