For Sale: $499,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
Townhome
Cape Cod
1,268 sq ft
Lot 0.03 acres
2 Assigned Spots: 167 & 168
Year Built: 1985
Property Tax: $5,799/year
HOA Fees: $390/quarter

Features & Upgrades

Welcome to 1609 Fieldthorn Ct

This is the house where I can walk to Trader Joe's and still feel like I live in the woods. I have loved that about it since the day I moved in. Inside, I redid the whole kitchen with white shaker cabinets, quartz counters, and built-ins, and the bar overhang opens it to the dining and family room so the person cooking is never off by themselves. Because this is an end unit, there are windows on the side and the natural light reaches every level. Laminate floors run through the main and upper levels, and the coat closet on the main level can easily become a powder room. I have the estimate and schematics to hand over. Upstairs, two generous bedrooms share a nicely updated full bath, and the primary has its own separate vanity and opens right into that bath. Closet space is generous throughout. The lower level has a large rec room with a wood burning fireplace, a refreshed full bath, the washer and dryer, and a big unfinished area for storage. The rec room walks out to the patio and a fully fenced rear yard that backs to trees. It is private and quiet, and you see nature from your windows. The big updates are done: new roof in 2026, water heater in 2024, HVAC in 2020, copper water supply line in 2018, patio, fence, and exterior doors in 2025, appliances in 2021 and 2022, and windows from 2010. Two assigned parking spaces, 167 and 168, are close by. Reston Town Center is an easy walk, with restaurants, shops, the pavilion, ice skating in winter, and the Saturday farmers market, and North Point shopping plaza is close too. The Metro is about 1.5 miles on foot, and Dulles is ten minutes away. As part of Reston Association, residents enjoy access to 15 pools, 55 miles of trails, numerous parks, 4 beautiful lakes, 52 tennis courts, 18 pickle ball courts, a variety of community events and programs throughout the year including festivals, concerts, workshops, and social gatherings, plus several community centers including the Reston Association headquarters, Walker Nature Center, and the Lake House at Lake Newport, which offer space for meetings, classes, and special events.

Floor Plans

No floor plans have been added for this property.

Thorn Hill Cluster & Reston Association

Thorn Hill Cluster
An established enclave of traditional townhomes in North Reston
$390
Quarterly Cluster Fee
1986
Established
3-Level
Townhomes
Thorn Hill is a settled pocket of North Reston where traditional brick-and-siding townhomes line quiet cul-de-sacs off Fieldthorn Drive. Built in the mid-1980s, the three-level homes back to trees and sit on calm, low-traffic streets, the kind of place where the setting does the heavy lifting. The cluster looks after the shared grounds and the private streets, while automatic membership in Reston Association opens up the pools, lakes, and trails that define life here.
What the Cluster Fee Covers
Common Area Maintenance
Management
Reserve Funds
Road Maintenance
Snow Removal
Trash
The Thorn Hill cluster fee is $390 per quarter, about $1,560 a year, and is billed separately from the Reston Association assessment. Confirm the current amount and exactly what it covers in the resale packet.

A Well-Run Cluster
The quarterly fee reflects a cluster that is professionally managed and planned for the long term. Alongside the everyday basics of snow removal and trash, it funds reserves for future repairs and covers upkeep of the cluster's own private roads, so the streets, common grounds, and shared systems stay maintained without surprise special assessments. For a buyer, that is the quiet reassurance of a neighborhood that takes care of itself.
Quiet Streets, Close to the Good Stuff
Tucked into North Reston near Lake Newport, Thorn Hill keeps the calm of a wooded residential street while sitting minutes from daily needs. North Point Village Center, with its Giant, Starbucks, and shops, and Baron Cameron Park are both a short drive, Reston's paved pathways connect the neighborhood to the wider community on foot or by bike, and Reston Town Center, Trader Joe's, and the Silver Line Metro are an easy run down Reston Parkway or Wiehle Avenue.
Two Layers of Governance
As a Thorn Hill owner you belong to two associations, and both run with the home. The Thorn Hill Cluster handles the immediate neighborhood, which is where the covered services above come in, while Reston Association covers the community-wide pieces, the lakes, trails, pools, open space, and the design standards that keep Reston consistent. You pay an assessment to each, and each has its own rules and architectural guidelines, so it is worth reviewing both sets of documents before closing.
Right Outside Your Door
Short Drive
North Point Village Center
Giant, Starbucks, and everyday shops just up the road.
Nearby
Lake Newport Recreation Area
Pools, tennis, and open space around one of Reston's four lakes.
Nearby
Baron Cameron Park
Open space, courts, and the community dog park.
At the Edge
Reston Pathways
Paved trails linking the neighborhood to the lakes, parks, and village centers.
Minutes
Reston Town Center
Dining, shops, a winter ice rink, and the Silver Line Metro.
Reston Association
The foundation of the Reston lifestyle
$895
Annual Assessment
1,300+
Acres of Open Space
55 mi
Trails and Pathways
Reston Association is the master homeowners association that has carried Robert E. Simon's founding vision forward since the 1960s, and membership comes automatically with the home. RA maintains the shared spaces and sets the design standards that make Reston one of the most recognized planned communities in the country, while giving residents access to an extensive network of amenities, programs, and year-round events.
Recreation and Amenities
15
Outdoor Swimming Pools
54
Tennis and Pickleball Courts
4
Signature Lakes
800+
Acres of Woodlands
20 mi
Streams and Waterways
55 mi
Paved and Natural Trails

Life as a Reston Homeowner
Living in Reston means the outdoors starts at your doorstep. A pool, a lake, or a wooded trail is usually within walking distance, the village centers put coffee, dining, and a farmers market a short stroll away, and the pathway system lets you leave the car behind for much of daily life. It is a community built for people who want nature, walkability, and an active social calendar without giving up easy access to the rest of Northern Virginia.
Community Centers and Gathering Spaces
The Lake House on Lake Newport is RA's newest community building, a light-filled space with a fireplace and a deck over the water that residents rent for celebrations, meetings, and workshops for up to 145 guests. Historic Brown's Chapel, the Glade Room, and the Nature House at the Walker Nature Center host classes, scout meetings, and gatherings throughout the year, and picnic pavilions scattered across the community are open for parties and reunions. Reston is also served by the separately funded Reston Community Center, which adds an indoor pool, a theater, and a full slate of classes and camps to the mix.
Recreation Areas Close to Home
Beyond the pools and courts, RA maintains neighborhood recreation areas built for everyday use, including the Polo Fields Recreation Area, the Hook Road Recreation Area, and the ball fields at Brown's Chapel Park. The four lakes offer boat launches and quiet places to fish or paddle, and the pathway network ties it all together so most of it is reachable on foot or by bike.
Activities and Programs Year-Round
Membership opens the door to a deep calendar of programs. Summer camps, swim lessons and water fitness, tennis and pickleball play, guided hikes and nature education at the Walker Nature Center, and fitness and wellness classes for all ages run throughout the year. Volunteer Reston gives residents who want to give back a steady set of stewardship and community projects, from tree plantings to stream cleanups.
A Calendar of Community Events
April
Founder's Day
A lakeside celebration of Reston's founding and Robert Simon's vision at Lake Anne Plaza.
Spring & Fall
Community Yard Sale
A twice-yearly, community-wide yard sale and one of RA's longest-running traditions.
Summer
Aquapoolooza
A family celebration across RA pools with games, music, and warm-weather fun.
Summer
Outdoor Concert Series
Free evening concerts that bring neighbors together at the lakes and village plazas.
July
Reston Butterfly Count
A community citizen-science count held as part of the national butterfly survey.
August
National Night Out
Free neighborhood events focused on community spirit and local partnerships.
Winter
Winterfest
A seasonal winter gathering and one of RA's signature annual events.
Year-Round
Camps and Nature Programs
Summer camps, guided hikes, and the Nature and Nosh series at the Walker Nature Center.
A Resident-Led Organization
Reston Association is governed by a resident-elected Board of Directors, so decisions about community priorities, improvements, and spending stay in the hands of the people who live here. The board holds open meetings and annual elections each spring, and RA's Design Review Board sets and applies the covenants and design standards that keep the community consistent and help protect property values. For homeowners, that means a real say in how Reston runs, along with a clear and predictable process for exterior changes to your home.
Docs
Visit the Documents section of the Reston Association website to explore the latest RA Activity Guide, Welcome Guide, and a full map of the amenities available to residents.

Map & Nearby Places

1609 Fieldthorn Dr
Reston, VA 20194
2 Bed | 2 Baths

Life Beyond the Front Door

Reston Town Center
Reston Town Center is the social and cultural heartbeat of Northern Virginia, a walkable urban district where world-class dining, independent boutiques, live music, and a packed event calendar converge. It moves at a city pace with a neighborhood feel, drawing residents back week after week not out of convenience, but because there's always something worth showing up for.
1.3 mi
Distance
~7 min
By Car
~10 min
By Bike
Dining and Drinks
Barcelona Wine BarbartacoCraftHouse Fogo de ChaoJackson's Fine FoodJINYA Ramen Bar Makers UnionMorton's The SteakhouseNorth Italia Open Road DistillingPisco y NazcaSixty Vines Ted's BulletinUncle Julio's
Shopping and Wellness
AnthropologieAppleAthleta J.CrewKendra ScottLululemon SephoraSouth Moon UnderTalbots White House Black MarketScrawl Books
Signature Annual Events
JanNew Year's Day 5K
FebIce-Travaganza Winter Celebration
MayTephra ICA Arts Festival
May-SepStreetFest, Weekly Live Music
May-AugConcerts on the Town
OctChalk Fest and Trick-or-Treat Market Street
NovHoliday Parade and Tree Lighting
Nov-FebOutdoor Ice Skating Rink
Lake Anne Plaza
Lake Anne Plaza is Reston's original soul, a mid-century modern lakeside village that feels nothing like the rest of Northern Virginia. Independent cafes, artisan shops, and a beloved farmers market sit along the water's edge, and the pace here is deliberately slower. It's the kind of place where regulars know each other by name, where a Saturday morning coffee stretches into an afternoon, and where the community events feel genuinely local rather than programmed.
1.8 mi
Distance
~8 min
By Car
~12 min
By Bike
Dining and Coffee
Cafe AnneCafe MontmartreChiboo Bakery Kalypso's Sports TavernLake Anne Brew House Lake Anne Coffee House and Wine BarNordic-Knot
Shops and Wellness
Elden Street Tea ShopNew Trail Cycling and Strength Reston Art Gallery and StudiosReston's Used Book Shop Zen Nails and Day Spa
Signature Annual Events
FebKiwanis Polar Dip
AprFounder's Day Celebration
Apr-DecReston Farmers Market, Weekly
JunReston Pride
Jun-AugSunset Concerts on the Lake
SepReggae on the Lake Music Festival
DecJingle on the Lake
Reston Station
Reston Station is where Reston's next chapter is being written. Anchored by the Silver Line Metro and built around Class-A office space, open plazas, and an expanding dining scene, it has the energy of a neighborhood still coming into its own, which means the best of it is still ahead. For commuters, it's a seamless connection to D.C. and beyond. For residents, it's a walkable hub that keeps growing more useful and more interesting every year.
3 mi
Distance
~11 min
By Car
~15 min
By Bike
Dining and Coffee
Big BunsCosmos CafeDavio's Northern Italian Steakhouse Ebbitt HouseFounding FarmersNoku StarbucksThe SimonTous les Jours
Services and Wellness
Bright HorizonsCVS PharmacyHealthy Baller OrangeTheory FitnessScissors and ScotchVIDA Fitness Nordine Salon and Day Spa
Signature Annual Events
May-SepSummerbration, Outdoor Movies and Activities
May-SepSummer Concert Series, Friday Evenings
Aug-NovFootball on the Big Screen
SepAnnual Silent Dance Party
DecSanta and Grinch Brunch
DecHoliday Markets
Year-RoundCommunity Fitness Classes

Commute & Connectivity

Commute and Connectivity
Getting Around
Schedule-based
Metro Rail
Departure times are schedule-based estimates calculated from the current time, day of week, route frequency, and route-specific offsets so each route displays separately. Fairfax Connector restructured its Reston routes with the Silver Line extension, so confirm current Route 558 and RIBS 4 routing and times before traveling.
Quick picks
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Drive and transit times are approximate and reflect typical conditions. Metro times assume a short drive or the Route 558 connection to Wiehle-Reston East or Reston Town Center plus typical Silver Line service. All times vary with traffic, time of day, and schedules, so verify routes independently.

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