Old Lyme, Fort Myer, VA
Old Lyme — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide
Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for Old Lyme, 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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Old Lyme Neighborhood Overview
Overview
Old Lyme is a residential neighborhood in the Fort Myer area of Arlington, Virginia. It offers a quiet, suburban feel with the significant advantage of being close to Washington D.C. and key military installations.
Housing & Real Estate
The neighborhood primarily features single-family homes, many with classic mid-century designs and mature landscaping. The median home value here is approximately $451,400, reflecting its desirability and Arlington location.
Schools & Education
Families in Old Lyme are served by the highly-ranked Arlington Public Schools system. Specific schools are typically assigned based on the neighborhood's location within the county's attendance zones.
Parks & Recreation
Residents enjoy easy access to nearby parks, trails, and community amenities. The neighborhood's tree-lined streets also provide a pleasant environment for walking and cycling.
Local Dining & Shopping
While primarily residential, Old Lyme is a short drive from the retail and dining hubs of Clarendon and Ballston. Residents can find a wide variety of shops, restaurants, and grocery stores within minutes.
Who Lives Here
The neighborhood is home to a mix of military families, professionals, and long-term residents. With a median household income around $120,947, it is an affluent community with a stable economic base.
Old Lyme Market Data
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Median Home Price | $451K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Gross Rent | $2K/mo | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Household Income | $121K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Homeownership Rate | 78.8% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Renter-Occupied | 21.2% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Rental Vacancy Rate | 2.5% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Market Type | Seller's | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Primary ZIP Code | 21093 |
Top Real Estate Agents in Old Lyme, Fort Myer
0 qualified agents currently meet our merit gate for Old Lyme
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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 2026-04-15