Reston, VA housing market: August 2026
What's happening in the Reston market right now.
Buyer's or seller's market?
Reston, VA is a balanced market: homes in Fairfax County sell in a median of 37 days, and the number for sale is +20.5% on a year ago. Neither side has a clear edge.
12-month outlook
−1.5% to +2.5% for the typical Reston home value over the next 12 months.
A projection from past prices (the trend of the last 3 and 12 months, damped), not a prediction or advice. Local conditions can move faster than any trend.
Sources: Zillow Home Value Index, August 2026 · Zillow Observed Rent Index, August 2026 · Realtor.com county data, August 2026. Listing figures are for Fairfax County as a whole.
Reston market — questions answered
What is the typical home value in Reston, VA?
$624,958 as of August 2026, +0.3% on a year earlier (Zillow Home Value Index).
Are home prices going up in Reston, VA?
Yes — the typical home value changed +0.3% over the year to August 2026 and +16.8% over five years.
Is Reston, VA a buyer's or seller's market?
It's balanced: the median home in Fairfax County sells in 37 days (Realtor.com, August 2026).
How much is rent in Reston, VA?
The typical rent is $2,598 a month as of August 2026, +2% on a year earlier (Zillow Observed Rent Index).
How many homes are for sale in Reston, VA?
2,247 homes were listed for sale across Fairfax County in August 2026 (Realtor.com).
Who are the best real estate agents in Reston, VA?
Homegrity lists 452 licensed Reston agents, each checked against the state license register. Placement is never bought. See them at /real-estate-agents/reston.