How much does it cost to rent in Reston, VA?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Reston, VA is $2,598. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Reston cheaper than other Virginia cities?

Reston is one of the pricier cities in Virginia, ranking #17 out of 83 cities tracked at $2,598/mo.

When was Reston rent data last updated?

Reston rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

City Report · VA

Reston

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Pop. 64,414·17th most expensive in Virginia·Reston rents are up 7.4% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$2,598/mo

Year-over-Year

+7.4%

Month-over-Month

+2.0%

vs US Median

+$633

Rising (Monthly)

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Reston · $2,598

More expensive than 82% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

38/100

Overpriced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 6% above what Reston's 10-year trend predicts — running hotter than its own history.

Actual rent

$2,598/mo

Expected by trend

$2,456/mo

The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Reston's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$2,197

1 BR

$2,243

2 BR

$2,527

3 BR

$3,160

4 BR+

$3,727

Research median

$2,527/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost

$31,176/yr

At $2,598/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 7.4% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+7.4% YoY, +2.0% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Reston, VA is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 72% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

64,414

Median income

$148,710

Median age

40.1

Renters

39.4%

Age distribution

18.6%

24.8%

26.8%

13.6%

16.2%

Under 1818.6%

18–3424.8%

35–5426.8%

55–6413.6%

65+16.2%

Gender

48.6%

51.4%

Male48.6%

Female51.4%

Race & ethnicity

59.4%

16.4%

White59.4%

Black8%

Hispanic16.4%

Asian11%

Other5.2%

Education (25+)

15.2%

72%

No HS diploma3.8%

HS diploma9.1%

Some college15.2%

Bachelor's+72%

Housing tenure

60.6%

39.4%

Owner60.6%

Renter39.4%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How Reston, VA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,908 → $2,598

up 36.2%

Income

$126,571 → $148,710

up 17.5%

Population

62,453 → 64,414

up 3.1%

Renter share

38.3% → 39.4%

+1.1 pts

Bachelor's+

71.2% → 72%

+0.8 pts

Median age

39.6 → 40.1

+0.5 yrs

Compared with 2021, rent in Reston, VA has climbed by $690 per month, settling near $2,598 after starting the period at $1,908. Median household income grew from $126,571 to $148,710 between 2021 and 2024, a 17.5% shift. Rent outpaced income growth by roughly 18.7 percentage points, which means renters are spending a larger slice of each paycheck on housing than they did in 2021. Headcount in the area went from 62,453 to 64,414 between 2021 and 2024, a 3.1% change. Taken together, the five-year picture in Reston, VA reflects how housing costs and the people paying them have evolved through a stretch that included a pandemic, a hot rental market, and a recent cooling phase.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Reston on your salary?

At $2,598/mo, how Reston rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $96,370/yr · Rent = 32.4% income

stretched

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $68,422/yr · Rent = 45.6% income

rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $78,815/yr · Rent = 39.6% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $140,872/yr · Rent = 22.1% income

affordable

Lawyer

Avg $179,999/yr · Rent = 17.3% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $64,066/yr · Rent = 48.7% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $57,844/yr · Rent = 53.9% income

severely rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $71,298/yr · Rent = 43.7% income

rent-burdened

By apartment size

Reston rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Reston. Click any size for full breakdown.

Local insights

Tips for renters in Reston

About renting in Reston, VA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Reston is $2,598/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $2,197/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,527/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,243/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,160/mo.

At 21% of local median household income ($148,710/yr), Reston ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 7.4% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Reston an affordable city for renters?

Reston is considered very affordable for renters. At $2,598/mo, rent takes approximately 21% of the local median household income ($148,710/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Reston falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Reston?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $104,000/year (~$50/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,598/mo in Reston. The local median household income is $148,710/yr, meaning the typical Reston household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Reston?

Rent in Reston has increased 7.4% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Reston neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Reston are 20191 ($2,537/mo), 20194 ($2,555/mo), and 20190 ($2,647/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Reston is $2,598/mo.

How does Reston rent compare to other cities in Virginia?

Reston is one of the pricier cities in Virginia for rent, ranking #17 out of 83 tracked cities at $2,598/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Reston?

Herndon is nearby and more affordable at $2,467/mo, which is $131 less than Reston.

What percentage of Reston residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 39.4% of Reston households are renters, while 60.6% are owner-occupied. Reston leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Reston rent compare to the national average?

Reston's median rent of $2,598/mo is $633 (32%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Virginia, it ranks #17 out of 83 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

21%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $2,598/mo, rent takes ~21% of Reston's median household income ($148,710/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Reston 21%Benchmark 30%

State income tax2–5.75%

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