Market Overview
Reston's median sold price is $591K with homes averaging 26 days on market; Williamsburg is at $510K and 46 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). Reston is pricier ($591K median vs $510K), a difference of about $81K. Reston moves faster, with homes averaging 26 days on market compared to 46 in Williamsburg. Williamsburg offers a lower entry point at $150K–$1.5M.
Reston
VA
Williamsburg
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Aug 2026
$591K
$510K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Aug 2026
26 days
46 days
Price Range
$250K–$1.5M
$150K–$1.5M
Notable Neighborhoods
Lake Anne, North Point, South Lakes, Hunters Woods
Colonial Williamsburg, Kingsmill, New Town, Ford's Colony
Schools
Reston has a 83% average SOL pass rate; Williamsburg has 84% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Reston include South Lakes High School and Langston Hughes Middle School; in Williamsburg, Lafayette High School and Warhill High School. See Reston schools | See Williamsburg schools
Reston
VA
Williamsburg
VA
Avg Pass Rate
83%
84%
Public schools
South Lakes High School, Langston Hughes Middle School, Terraset Elementary
Lafayette High School, Warhill High School, Berkeley Middle School
These are district-wide assessment results. Verify current school assignments, boundaries, and programs with each local district for a specific address.
Commute
Williamsburg is closer to downtown at ~25 minutes vs ~30 minutes. Reston has 2 Metro stations, including Reston Town Center on the Silver line. Major highway access: Reston (Dulles Toll Road, Rt 7, Rt 267), Williamsburg (I-64, Rt 60, Rt 199).
Reston
VA
Williamsburg
VA
Drive to Downtown
~30 min
~25 min
Metro Stations
2 Metro stations (nearest: Reston Town Center)
No Metro access
Metro Lines
Silver
N/A
Major Highways
Dulles Toll Road, Rt 7, Rt 267
I-64, Rt 60, Rt 199
Commuter Rail
None
None
Walkability
Reston is more walkable with a Walk Score of 45 (Car-Dependent), compared to 35 in Williamsburg. Transit scores: Reston (35) vs Williamsburg (10). Walkability varies significantly by neighborhood. Urban corridors like Lake Anne and Colonial Williamsburg score much higher than suburban areas.
Reston
VA
Williamsburg
VA
Walk Score
Transit Score
35
10
Bike Score
52
42
Reported Crime Data
The cited public datasets report city-level violent- and property-crime rates for Reston and Williamsburg. 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.
Reston
VA
Williamsburg
VA
Reported Violent Crime
0.8/1K
1.2/1K
Reported Property Crime
11.5/1K
15.2/1K
VA
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Reston or Williamsburg more affordable?
Williamsburg is more affordable with a median sold price of $510K, 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. Reston prices range from $250K–$1.5M. Williamsburg prices range from $150K–$1.5M.
What are the public-school pass rates in Reston and Williamsburg?
Reston public schools have a 83% average SOL pass rate; Williamsburg has 84% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Reston include South Lakes High School and Langston Hughes Middle School; in Williamsburg, Lafayette High School and Warhill High School. Pass rates reflect district-wide assessment results; check the specific assigned schools for any address.
Which is easier to commute from, Reston or Williamsburg?
Williamsburg has the shorter commute to downtown at ~25 minutes vs ~30 minutes. Reston has Metro access (Reston Town Center). Williamsburg has no direct Metro access.
How do Reston and Williamsburg compare?
Reston is a planned community built around lakes, wooded trails, and town centers. Williamsburg blends colonial history with modern living. 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.