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Property Description
Welcome home to a rare retreat where space, comfort, and convenience come together on 1.27 private acres with no HOA. Imagine mornings spent tending the enclosed garden with six raised beds for vegetables or flowers, afternoons enjoying the expansive fenced backyard, and evenings relaxing on the sundeck beneath towering shade trees. Inside, the beautifully remodeled kitchen is designed to inspire, featuring abundant oak cabinetry for exceptional storage, stainless steel appliances, recessed halogen lighting, and effortless flow into the inviting family room, where a custom oak wet bar makes entertaining a delight. As the seasons change, gather around the dramatic floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace, creating a warm and welcoming centerpiece for family and friends. Thoughtfully updated bathrooms, a convenient main-level bedroom, and spacious living areas offer flexibility for today's lifestyle, while the impressive four-car garage provides ample room for vehicles, hobbies, and storage. Perfectly positioned just minutes from the Metro Silver Line and major commuter routes, this exceptional property offers the rare opportunity to enjoy peaceful country-like living with outstanding access to everything Northern Virginia has to offer.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1229 Reston Ave
General
- Price: $975,000
- Taxes: $8,812 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: BrightMLSMidAtlantic
- MLS ID: VAFX2326498
- Updated: Today (7/9/2026)
- Added to Site: Today
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Basement, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2
- Interior Features: Kitchen - Country, Kitchen - Table Space, Kitchen - Eat-In, Entry Level Bedroom, Window Treatments, Wet/Dry Bar, Wood Floors, Recessed Lighting, Floor Plan - Traditional
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Appliances: Washer/Dryer Hookups Only, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Oven - Double, Refrigerator, Washer
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Upper Floor Baths: 1
- Upper - Full Baths: 1
- Main Floor Baths: 1
- Main - Full Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
- Bedrooms Upper: 3
- Bedrooms Main & Up: 1
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Secure Storage, Lawn Sprinkler
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Deck(s), Porch(es)
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 4
- Total Spaces: 4
- Parking Features: Asphalt Driveway
- Parking Type: Off Street, Driveway, Detached Garage
- Garage Description: Oversized, Covered Parking, Additional Storage Area
Location
- County: FAIRFAX
- Subdivision: DRANESVILLE
- Driving Directions: From Reston Town Center: Reston Parkway to left on Wiehle to right on Reston Ave to home on right.
School Information
- School District: Fairfax County Public Schools
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Forced Air
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: Septic Exists
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Cable TV Available
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Farmhouse/National Folk
- Structure Type: Detached
- Construction: Aluminum Siding
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Entrance: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Connecting Stairway, Outside Entrance, Side Entrance, Sump Pump, Unfinished, Walkout Stairs, Full
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Walls/Ceilings: Vaulted Ceilings
- Windows: Double Pane, Skylights
- Doors: French
- Stories Description: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
- Square Feet: 2,600
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Living Area: 2,600 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 2,600 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1940
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Shed
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 1.27
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 55,504
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Zoning: 110
- Lot Description: Backs to Trees, Landscaping, Premium
- Fencing (Description): Rear
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $375
- Assessment Year: 2026
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax: $8,556
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $763,990
- Tax Amount: $8,812
- Tax Year: 2025
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 2568
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Exclusions: wine fridge in basement, garage freezer, fountain in backyard, rain barrel in garden, tomato cages in garden, portable dehumidifier in basement
- Inclusions: wine fridge in wet bar, sprinkler system, separate well that is only used for watering plants all convey as-is
Listed by Redfin Corporation, Gitte Long
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Schools
Schools serving 1229 Reston Ave
School District:Fairfax County Public Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Armstrong Elementary School 11900 Lake Newport Road, Reston, VA 20194 | K-6 | 1 mi |
Herndon Middle School 901 Locust Street, Herndon, VA 20170 | 7-8 | 2.9 mi |
Herndon High School 700 Bennett Street, Herndon, VA 20170 | 9-12 | 1.6 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 1229 Reston Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
7/09/2026
Listed
$975,000
62.5%
MLS
6/27/2013
Sold
$600,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 1229 Reston Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$8,609
4%
$744,730
4%
2024
$8,293
4%
$715,820
1%
2023
$8,012
5%
$710,010
6%
2022
$7,654
7%
$669,320
9%
2021
$7,179
-1%
$611,760
—
2020
$7,240
2%
$611,760
2%
2019
$7,122
3%
$601,760
—
2018
$6,920
-1%
$601,760
48%
2017
$6,986
26%
$406,680
-15%
2016
$5,562
6%
$480,120
2%
2015
$5,247
—
$470,120
-1%
2014
$5,263
3%
$472,660
2%
2013
$5,127
—
$463,590
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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1229 Reston Avenue, Herndon, VA 20170 (MLS# VAFX2326498) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 1229 Reston Avenue is currently listed for $975,000 and was received on July 09, 2026. Want to learn more about 1229 Reston Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Herndon? You can browse all Herndon real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

