Reston, Virginia

Reston: Census-designated place in Fairfax County, Virginia, United States

About

Reston is a CDP located in the county of Fairfax in the U.S. state of Virginia.

Exploring Reston, Virginia: A Vibrant DC Suburb

Located in Fairfax County, Virginia, Reston is an engaging suburban community about 25 miles outside of Washington D.C. With its live entertainment, public art, and recreation, Reston offers an appealing lifestyle.

Overview of Reston

Reston was founded in 1964 and covers over 25 square miles. It was one of America's first modern planned communities and now has a population around 60,000. The community has an emphasis on green space with over 55 miles of walking trails weaving through neighborhoods.

Reston is home to an educated, professional population with incomes higher than national averages. The community has excellent public resources like schools, libraries, and facilities.

Things to Do in Reston

Top attractions and activities in Reston include:

  • Listening to live music at Reston Town Center pavilion
  • Hiking forest trails at Lake Fairfax Park
  • Browsing the Reston Museum to learn about the area's history
  • Catching a show at CenterStage theater
  • Riding bikes along the W&OD Trail
  • Playing a round at the Reston National Golf Course

Annual Events

Reston hosts several large annual events including the Northern Virginia Fine Arts Festival, Taste of Reston food festival, and Reston Multicultural Festival. These events reflect the engaged, cultured community.

With its emphasis on the arts, nature, and activities, Reston offers exceptional suburban D.C. living. The community is vibrant and well-connected.

Reston locator map
Location of Reston on Virginia map.

Quick Facts about Reston

Population : 58,404
Country : United States of America
State : Virginia (United States)
County : Fairfax County
Postal code : 20190, 20191, 20194
Area : 40.53 km2
Altitude : 328 feet / 100 meters
Establishment : April 04, 1964 (60 years ago)
Time Zone : America/New_York
Local time : 00:02:28 (22nd December 2024)
Reston town center image
Reston town center
Reston town center image

Geography

Reston is located at 38°58'7"N 77°20'28"W (38.9687200, -77.3411000).

Reston map

Reston zip code is 20190. County name: Fairfax, County fips: 51059

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People born in Reston (19)

People born in Reston, including record producer and songwriter from Virginia Benny Blanco, rapper Big Pooh, Lingerie football player Angela Rypien, .

List

  • Arnold Kramish (American physicist) he was born in 06/06/1923
  • Christopher Royal (American football player and coach) he was born in 19/01/1983
  • Scott Scurlock (American bank robber) he was born in 05/03/1955
  • Matt Duke (American musician) he was born in 20/01/1985
  • Andrew Gold (American singer-songwriter and record producer born 1996) he was born in 17/03/1996
  • Thomas Mayo (American football wide receiver) he was born in 13/02/1990
  • Chloe Angelides (American singer, songwriter and producer) she was born in 21/05/1992
  • Deon King (American-football player (1993-)) he was born in 02/07/1993
  • Evan Helmuth (American actor (1977-2017)) he was born in 18/05/1977
  • Carlyn Baldwin (US association football player) she was born in 17/03/1996
  • Zachary Oxman he was born in 01/01/1968
  • Emma Gunter (figure skater) she was born in 15/02/2002
  • Pat Viray (association football player) he was born in 14/11/1985
  • Collin Verfurth (soccer player) he was born in 08/03/1996
  • Anna Lavrova (ice dancer) she was born in 28/06/2005
  • Dexter MacBride he was born in 21/10/1964

Schools in Reston

College & universities near Reston, VA

Code Name City ZIP
484923 Dermal Science International Aesthetics and Nail Academy Reston (VA) 20190

Stations (22)

Amtrak & bus stations near Reston, VA

Code Name Address Type
BCV Burke Centre 10399 Premier Court RAIL
RKV Rockville station 251 Hungerford Drive at Park Rd. RAIL
MSS Manassas station 9431 West Street RAIL
WAS Washington Union Station 50 Massachusetts Ave NE RAIL
ALX Union Station 110 Callahan Drive RAIL

Post offices near Reston

Post Office Name City ZIP
Reston Post Office Reston (VA) 20190

Other cities in Fairfax County

Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Fairfax County , VA. (more)

City Name Population Title
McLean 48,115 A city in Fairfax County, Virginia.
Burke 41,055 A census-designated place in Fairfax County, Virginia.
Annandale 41,008 Census designated place in Virginia, United Stetes
Oakton 34,166 Unincorporated community in Virginia
Herndon 24,573 Town in Virginia, United States
Baileys Crossroads 23,643 Census designated place
Lincolnia 22,855 Census designated place in Fairfax County, Virginia, United States
West Springfield 22,460 City in Hampden County, Massachusetts
Rose Hill 20,226 City in Mahaska County, Iowa, United States
Tysons Corner 19,627 Unincorporated census-designated place (CDP) in Fairfax County, Virginia, United States
Lorton 18,610 Census designated place
Franconia 18,245 Census designated place
Idylwood 17,288 Census designated place
Vienna 16,518 Town in Fairfax County, Virginia
Wolf Trap 16,131 Census designated place
Fort Hunt 16,045 Census designated place

Distance to Other Cities

Reston distances to largest Virginia cities