Apartments to rent in 20190, Reston

20190 covers Reston Town Center, Sunset Hills and nearby residential pockets — a mixed-use core with shops, offices and strong transit links on the Silver Line. The ZIP has a broad rental market (from newer condos near the metro to garden-style apartments) and convenient access to grocery, parks and healthcare.

Nearby ZIPs Comparison

ZIPsCostSchoolsSafetyWalkability
20190 — Reston Town Center High Good Safe Good
20191 — North Reston / Hunters Woods Average Good Safe Fair
20194 — North/West Reston High Good Safe Fair
20170 — Herndon (east) Average Good Safe Fair
20172 — Herndon / PO Box zone Average Fair Safe Fair
Excellent/Good
Average
Poor/Less Safe

Source: Zillow Rentals

ZIP 20190 Rental Prices

Studio
$1,600 – $2,600
1 bedroom
$1,800 – $3,200
2 bedroom
$2,000 – $4,600
3 bedroom
$2,300 – $4,800

Source: Zillow Rentals

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20190 Schools & Education

Top Public Schools

Hughes Middle School

⭐ 6/10 GreatSchools / NCES
11401 Ridge Heights Rd, Reston, VA 20191
🧭 ~1.3 mi (serves parts of 20190)

South Lakes High School

⭐ 6/10 GreatSchools
11400 South Lakes Dr, Reston, VA 20191
🧭 ~1.5 mi (nearby; serves 20190)

Top Private Schools

Source: GreatSchools / NCES

20190 Safety & Crime Overview

Safe

20190 (Reston Town Center / Sunset Hills) experiences typical suburban Northern Virginia crime patterns: low rates of violent crime compared with national averages but periodic property-crime issues (theft, vehicle break-ins) centered around retail and parking areas. Fairfax County Police maintain an active Reston District station and community outreach; take usual urban-suburban precautions (secure vehicles, well-lit parking).

Source: Fairfax County Police Department (Reston District)

20190 Walkability, Transit & Bike Scores

Walk Score ~52
Somewhat walkable — many errands can be done on foot around Reston Town Center and adjacent development zones.
Transit Score ~58
Good transit access — Silver Line Metrorail + Fairfax Connector and regional buses provide frequent service to DC and to Dulles Airport.
Bike Score ~60
Bikeable — local paths and mixed-use streets make short trips feasible.
≈40–55 min
By Silver Line to downtown (Metro Center / Metro) roughly 40–55 minutes depending on station/transfer and time of day; driving to downtown DC is typically 30–60 minutes depending on rush-hour congestion.

Source: WalkScore.com / WMATA / trip planners

20190, Reston Summary

Overview

ZIP 20190 sits at the heart of Reston’s mixed-use core with Reston Town Center, newer transit-oriented developments and quick Silver Line access. It’s a desirable rental market for professionals who want walkable dining, shops and relatively direct rail service to Washington, D.C. Rental prices are higher than the national average, especially for newer condos and units closest to the metro.

Key Features

  • Transit & Access: Silver Line stations and multiple bus routes give good regional connectivity (Reston Town Center and Wiehle areas).
  • Town Center Lifestyle: Concentrated shopping, dining and a public square/park create a lively urban-suburban core.
  • Parks & Outdoors: Lake Anne and Lake Fairfax offer outdoor recreation within a short drive; Reston’s trail system connects neighborhoods.
  • Healthcare & Employers: Reston Hospital Center and several headquarters (Leidos, NVR) put jobs and healthcare nearby.

Housing Snapshot

  • Mix of newer high-rise condos and mid-rise apartment communities near the Town Center and transit nodes.
  • Rents are above national averages — premium for walkable, transit-adjacent units.
  • Strong market for professionally managed rentals and corporate-leased units.

History

  • Planned community: Reston was designed in the 1960s as a planned community emphasizing open space, neighborhoods and mixed use; that planning shaped 20190’s town-center character.
  • Town Center development: Reston Town Center evolved into the ZIP’s retail and cultural core with restaurants, offices and events that draw regional visitors.

Demographics and Lifestyle

  • Professionals & families: The ZIP draws a mix of young professionals and families—higher-than-average household income and educational attainment.
  • Transit-oriented residents: Proximity to the Silver Line and regional bus service attracts commuters working across Northern Virginia and D.C.
  • Active lifestyle: Reston’s trail network, parks and fitness options support an active, outdoor-oriented lifestyle.