Summary answer: Given Reston's current price stabilization (roughly flat to slightly down depending on data source) and rising price reductions, waiting for rates carries less risk here than it would in a still-appreciating market — a rate drop paired with continued moderation could genuinely work in your favor.
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The trade-off, run through real numbers
| Scenario | Rate | Price Assumption | Net Effect |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buy now | ~6.65% | Today's price | Baseline |
| Wait 6–12 months | Possibly somewhat lower | Roughly flat to modest movement, based on current stabilization | Could genuinely net out better if prices stay flat |
Why this is a closer call in Reston than in a still-hot market
With price reductions up from 22.88% to 28.68% and above-asking sales down from 53.75% to 42.55%, Reston's current trajectory doesn't carry the same "buy now before it's more expensive" urgency as a market still accelerating.
What you can do regardless of which way rates move
- Negotiate hard on today's terms — rising price reductions already give you leverage on some listings
- Buy now with a plan to refinance later if rates do drop meaningfully
- Ask about a temporary rate buydown on listings that have already seen a price cut
The real risk either way
Rate predictions are genuinely uncertain, and so is whether Reston's current moderation continues. Both are worth acknowledging.
Let's run your actual numbers
Reach out and let's walk through the real trade-off for your specific target price and timeline.
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