Market Overview
McLean's median sold price is $1.4M with homes averaging 41 days on market; Reston is at $591K and 26 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). McLean is pricier ($1.4M median vs $591K), a difference of about $759K. Reston moves faster, with homes averaging 26 days on market compared to 41 in McLean. Reston offers a lower entry point at $250K–$1.5M.
McLean
VA
Reston
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Aug 2026
$1.4M
$591K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Aug 2026
41 days
26 days
Price Range
$700K–$5M+
$250K–$1.5M
Notable Neighborhoods
Langley Farms, Chain Bridge Forest, Broyhill Langley Estates, McLean Hamlet
Lake Anne, North Point, South Lakes, Hunters Woods
Property Tax
On a $1.4M home in McLean, you would pay ~$14,985/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.
McLean
VA
Reston
VA
Rate per $100
$1.110
$1.110
Est. Annual Tax
Based on median home price
$14,985/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 28 in McLean. Transit scores: McLean (22) vs Reston (35). Walkability varies significantly by neighborhood. Urban corridors like Langley Farms and Lake Anne score much higher than suburban areas.
McLean
VA
Reston
VA
Walk Score
Transit Score
22
35
Bike Score
32
52
Reported Crime Data
The cited public datasets report city-level violent- and property-crime rates for McLean 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.
McLean
VA
Reston
VA
Reported Violent Crime
0.3/1K
0.8/1K
Reported Property Crime
6.5/1K
11.5/1K
VA
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is McLean or Reston more affordable?
Reston is more affordable with a median sold price of $591K, compared to $1.4M in McLean (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. McLean prices range from $700K–$5M+. Reston prices range from $250K–$1.5M.
What are property taxes in McLean vs Reston?
McLean has a property tax rate of $1.110 per $100 (~$14,985/yr on a $1.4M 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 McLean and Reston compare?
McLean is synonymous with luxury living in Northern Virginia. 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.