South Riding is a census-designated place and planned community in Loudoun County, Virginia, United States.

The population was 33,877 at the 2020 census,[3] The South Riding homeowner association was founded in January 1995 to provide services to the community.

In 2009, South Riding Proprietary was granted 501(c)(4) status by the Internal Revenue Service.

[5] South Riding features numerous green spaces, with around 6 miles of trails.

Residents in South Riding, can even catch international flights at Dulles Airport only 10 miles from town.

Neighboring communities are Arcola and Dulles to the north, Stone Ridge to the west, Conklin to the south, Schneider Crossroads to the southeast, and Chantilly in Fairfax County to the east.

The climate in this area is characterized by hot, humid summers and generally mild to cool winters.

By the governing documents, members are subject to responsibilities, and are granted rights and privileges.

The Proprietary is headquartered at Town Hall on Center Street, and is led by General Manager Kristi Felouzis.

As stated by the governing documents, the Board's responsibilities include, "developing the annual budget and setting assessments, promulgating and enforcing rules and regulations, administering the architectural scheme of the community and regulating exterior appearance of the homes and providing for the necessary personnel and contractual services to maintain all commonly owned property and facilities".

South Riding is also covered by AOL's Patch service's Chantilly division.