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$1,244,104$651 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 89How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jun 23, 2026
Last sold for $690,000 on Jan 27, 2016

1278 LAMPLIGHTER WAY

RESTON, VA 20194
3
Beds
4 / 1
Baths
1,911 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.14 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1990
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$1.2M
$1.1M low$1.4M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$690,000 · Jan 27, 2016
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$584,104
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$467,283
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.53%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$355,000
MCLEAN MTG · recorded Jan 27, 2016
2nd MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$305,000
CARDINAL FIN'L

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$11,545 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$959,680 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$338,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$621,680
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$959,680
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$959,680

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Split Level
CountyFairfax
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.14
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Wood Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.BalconyDeck · 420 ft²Patio · 420 ft²Porch · 24 ft²

Transaction History(2)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Aldrin Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.3 mi
H
Herndon High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.2 mi
M
Herndon Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 3.3 mi

District: Fairfax County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 20194These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.102
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.81
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.34

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.98%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.41%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.0%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.12,726
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,023 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$171,725
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$194,691
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.43 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.63%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

1278 Lamplighter Way measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 84% of homes in Fairfax County
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Reston 20194
  • Has a smaller lot than 66% of homes in Fairfax County
  • Newer than 72% of homes in Fairfax County

What homes are worth in Reston 20194

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$332K$1.8M

This home is worth more than 81% of homes in Reston 20194.

How it measures up in Reston 20194

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Reston 20194.

Estimated value$1,244,104
CheaperTypical $819,871Pricier

Pricier than 81% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$651
CheaperTypical $451Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Living area1,911 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,737 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 58% of homes nearby

Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 4,051 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 57% of homes nearby

Year built1990
OlderTypical 1989Newer

Newer than 57% of homes nearby

How 1278 Lamplighter Way ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeReston 20194Fairfax County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,244,10481% of homes84% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$651almost all homes93% of homes
Living areabigger than1,911 ft²58% of homes61% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.14 ac57% of homes34% of homes
Year builtnewer than199057% of homes72% of homes

About 1278 Lamplighter Way

How much is 1278 Lamplighter Way, Reston, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1278 Lamplighter Way, Reston, VA is $1,244,104 as of Jun 23, 2026. The likely range is $1,107,252 to $1,380,955. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1278 Lamplighter Way, Reston, VA last sell?

1278 Lamplighter Way, Reston, VA last sold on Jan 27, 2016 for $690,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1278 Lamplighter Way, Reston, VA?

1278 Lamplighter Way, Reston, VA has 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 1,911 square feet of living space and a 0.14-acre lot.

When was 1278 Lamplighter Way, Reston, VA built?

1278 Lamplighter Way, Reston, VA was built in 1990, making it 36 years old. It is a split level home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1278 Lamplighter Way, Reston, VA?

1278 Lamplighter Way, Reston, VA is assigned to Aldrin Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Herndon High School (high), rated D-; Herndon Middle School (middle), rated D. All sit in Fairfax County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1278 Lamplighter Way, Reston, VA compare to other homes in Reston 20194?

Among the 4,696 homes in Reston 20194, it is worth more than 81% of them ($1,244,104 against a typical $819,871), its price per square foot is higher than almost all of them ($651 against a typical $451), it is bigger than 58% of them (1,911 ft² against a typical 1,737 ft²), its lot is bigger than 57% of them (0.14 ac against a typical 4,051 ft²) and it is newer than 57% of them (1990 against a typical 1989). Measured against all of Fairfax County, it is worth more than 84% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 1278 Lamplighter Way, Reston, VA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1278 Lamplighter Way, Reston, VA was $11,545. The county assessed it at $959,680.

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