Chatham, Fort Myer, VA
Chatham — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide
Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for Chatham, Fort Myer, Virginia. Data sourced from U.S. Census Bureau, FFIEC HMDA mortgage records, and the Virginia Real Estate Board (VREB) licensing database.
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Chatham Neighborhood Overview
Overview
Chatham is a quiet, established neighborhood located in the Fort Myer area of Arlington, Virginia. Its prime location offers residents easy access to Washington D.C. and the surrounding military and government facilities.
Housing & Real Estate
The neighborhood primarily features a mix of mid-century single-family homes and townhouses. While specific home value data is not available, its desirable Arlington location typically commands a premium in the real estate market.
Schools & Education
Chatham is served by the highly-ranked Arlington Public Schools system. Students typically attend nearby schools such as Long Branch Elementary, Gunston Middle, and Wakefield High School.
Parks & Recreation
Residents enjoy proximity to several parks, including the large Long Branch Park & Stream Valley. The neighborhood's tree-lined streets and sidewalks also provide pleasant spaces for walking and cycling.
Local Dining & Shopping
While primarily residential, Chatham is a short drive from the retail and dining hubs of Columbia Pike and Pentagon City. These areas offer a diverse array of restaurants, grocery stores, and shopping centers.
Who Lives Here
The neighborhood is popular with military families, due to its proximity to Fort Myer and the Pentagon, as well as with government professionals and long-term Arlington residents. It fosters a strong sense of community among its inhabitants.
Chatham Market Data
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Homeownership Rate | 0.0% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Renter-Occupied | 100.0% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Rental Vacancy Rate | 0.0% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Market Type | Seller's | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Primary ZIP Code | 20742 |
Top Real Estate Agents in Chatham, Fort Myer
0 qualified agents currently meet our merit gate for Chatham
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Data Provenance
- State Licensing: Virginia Real Estate Board (VREB) — nightly license verification
- Consumer Ratings: Zillow Consumer Reviews — 24-month rolling window
- Transaction Records: MLS Transaction Data — 3-year performance window
- Housing & Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2022
- Neighborhood Catalog: Top10Lists.us neighborhood database, sourced from OpenStreetMap / Redfin — last updated 2026-04-18