Fairfax County
Moving to Reston, VA
Fairfax County planned community with Silver Line access
What county is Reston, VA in?
Reston, VA is in Fairfax County. It is an unincorporated planned community, so Fairfax County handles property assessments, real estate tax, planning, permits and public schools. Reston is not in Loudoun County.
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Living in Reston, Virginia
Reston is an unincorporated planned community in Fairfax County. Many homes belong to the Reston Association and may also belong to a cluster or condominium association, so community documents matter as much as the house. This guide covers practical checks for a specific Reston property rather than quoting an undated price or commute time.
Local information reviewed . Check linked agencies for current schedules, rates and property-specific requirements.
Reston quick stats
- County: Fairfax
- Rail: Silver Line
- Bus: Fairfax Connector
Housing and location in Reston
County government
Reston has no town government; Fairfax County handles records and permits.
Two Silver Line stations
Wiehle-Reston East and Reston Town Center serve Reston.
Layered associations
Check Reston Association plus any cluster or condo association for the property.
Compare by housing type
Separate condo, townhome and detached-home comparisons.
Popular neighborhoods
- Lake Anne
- Lake Audubon
- Lake Newport
- North Point
- Hunters Woods
- Reston Town Center
What county is Reston, VA in?
Reston is in Fairfax County, not Loudoun County. Use Fairfax County's assessment records to look up the specific parcel, and confirm the current tax rate before building a monthly budget.
Commuting from Reston: Silver Line and buses
Metrorail's Silver Line stops at Wiehle-Reston East and Reston Town Center. Measure the trip from the exact property to the station and check current WMATA schedules. Fairfax Connector publishes local bus routes.
A train ride and a door-to-door commute are different measurements; test the full trip at the time you would travel.
Reston Association and cluster documents
Many Reston homes are in the Reston Association, and some also belong to a cluster or condominium association with separate fees and rules. Buyers should review every association's resale documents; sellers can order them early.
Public schools
Reston addresses are served by Fairfax County Public Schools. Confirm the assigned schools for the exact address with the FCPS boundary locator.
Buying or selling in Reston?
Review the home-buying process, seller's guide or request a home valuation.
Reston real estate FAQs
What county is Reston, VA in?
Reston is an unincorporated planned community in Fairfax County, Virginia.
Is Reston in Loudoun County?
No. Reston is in Fairfax County. Loudoun County begins to the west.
How many Metro stations does Reston have?
Two Silver Line stations: Wiehle-Reston East and Reston Town Center.
Which schools serve Reston?
Fairfax County Public Schools. Confirm assignment for the exact address with the FCPS boundary locator.
Do Reston homes pay association fees?
Many belong to the Reston Association and possibly a cluster or condo association. Review each association's documents and fees.
What should I gather before selling a Reston home?
Order all association resale documents early and gather permits, maintenance records and utility information.
Contact Johnny Sarkis for Reston relocation guidance.