Mid Reston

Few places in Fairfax County can rival Mid Reston when it comes to location and desirability. As one of the most coveted addresses in Northern Virginia, this area encompasses the central area of the master-planned community of Reston. Its winning combination of residential, commercial, and recreational spaces gives residents a wide range of shopping, dining, and lifestyle options.

It offers some of the finest Reston houses for sale with plenty of living space and great value for the money while its modern condo towers and apartment buildings provide access to shared amenities like pools and fitness centers. Located near major transportation routes and metro stations, Mid Reston also provides easy access to other areas of Northern Virginia and Washington, D.C.

What You'll Love About Mid Reston

• Upscale retail and dining: Reston Town Center is a vibrant mixed-use development that serves as the central hub of Mid Reston with an array of shops, restaurants, offices, apartments and condos. Lake Anne Plaza is a historic area with specialty stores, restaurants, salons, and art galleries. The plaza also hosts various outdoor concerts and art events throughout the year.

  Reston Station is the newest mixed use shopping center in Reston, anchored by the Wiehle Metro Station local favorites like Founding Farmers Restaurant, Davio’s Italian Steakhouse and also offering a to be built JW Marriot with luxury condos and hotel rooms. Just down the road you will find Plaza America, a 165,000-square foot retail center anchored by Whole Foods, CVS, Starbucks, and UPS as well as an array of fast food options.

• Well-maintained green spaces: Lake Fairfax Park encompasses 476 acres of green space for birdwatching, fishing, and other outdoor activities. It features a marina, water park, skate park, carousel, pump track, athletic fields, campgrounds, and hiking and biking trails. The park also hosts camps, classes, and special events and many weekend youth activities. During the summer months, hang out, unwind and splash around at The Water Mine Family Swimmin’ Hole. (Daily passes and season tickets are available.)
• Outstanding recreational facilities: Reston Community Center (RCC) Lake Anne features an art gallery, fitness rooms, and art and ceramic studios for leisure and personal enrichment. It also serves as an events space that can be reserved for private events and special gatherings.
• Exceptional golf: The Hidden Creek Country Club is a private golf club located just south of Lake Thoreau and features an 18-hole, Ed Ault-designed golf course, practice facilities, tennis courts, saunas, fitness center, 25-meter swimming pool, and spacious clubhouse for socials and private events.
• Fantastic leisure and relaxation: The Washington & Old Dominion Trail, better known as W&OD Trail for short, runs through Mid Reston and offers numerous opportunities for hiking, running, and biking. The entire trail extends for over 90 miles across several counties in Northern Virginia with a parallel horseback riding trail and a few hotels and bed & breakfasts at various stops. Bike from Reston to Washington D.C or the Georgetown waterfront for brunch, or take a tour through Historic Downtown Herndon on your way out to Purcellville for many Civil War historic sites.
• Thriving arts scene: The Reston Gallery & Studios (RAGS) has been bringing art and culture to Mid Reston for over 36 years. It hosts a monthly rotating exhibit in the main gallery featuring paintings, prints, photos, calligraphy, and sculptures in an array of mediums. It also organizes art classes, juried sculpture shows, and an annual invitational exhibition featuring the works of non-resident artists.

Real Estate In Mid Reston

Mid Reston primarily offers condos, apartments, and townhomes in addition to a number of single-family properties ranging from starter homes to custom-built homes. It also features several co-housing and senior living communities. Some of the largest properties in the area feature manicured lawns and mature landscaping. Mid Reston is also known for having a wealth of architectural styles, including Mid-Century Modern, Contemporary Farmhouse, Colonial Revival, and Tudor Revival.