Just north of Clarendon is Lyon Village, an intimate neighborhood that has all the amenities a home buyer could desire with friendly neighbors, the security that comes from living in a place with an almost non-existent crime rate and the convenience of being within walking distance to a plethora of services. Tucked inside a curve of I-66, Lyon Village is bordered by Lee Highway on the north, Kirkwood Road on the west, Wilson Boulevard on the south and North Veitch Street on the east. This kid-friendly community boasts an abundance of parks full of native trees and winding streams, and is near the Orange Line Metro corridor with its many casual and fine dining restaurants and shopping options, making Lyon Village an ideal place to buy a home.

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this neighborhood was developed by real estate mogul Frank Lyon in the 1920s. This fairy tale neighborhood, comprised of approximately 900 homes, is a pedestrian’s dream and has the third-highest Walk Score of all Arlington neighborhoods. As a resident you will enjoy the amenities of the nearby Clarendon as well as annual Lyon Village community events such as the Easter egg hunt, July 4th parade, and other holiday parties.

The average 3-4 bedroom home price in Lyon Village is $1 million and homes don’t typically stay on the market long, so if you are interested in being a part of this prestigious community, don’t procrastinate. Homes vary in size and style, from Cape Cods to bungalows and condos. In addition to having some amazing real estate, Lyon Village also has amazing schools. Students in Lyon Village attend Taylor, Key Immersion, Jamestown or Arlington Science Focus Elementary, Williamsburg Middle and Washington-Lee High schools. This wholly residential community has a very tight-knit, friendly feel despite its growing exclusivity.

If you would like to buy a home in Lyon Village or have other real estate questions, please contact us today for more information.