McLean’s 22102 Zip Code: Tysons Then and Now

Matt Cheney has spent time in nearly every corner of McLean, Virginia, and one of the areas he returns to often is the 22102 zip code, the residential and commercial footprint most people associate with Tysons. In an earlier episode of his “Onsite” video series, Matt Cheney walked viewers through this part of McLean, offering a ground-level look at the residential neighborhoods, the emerging Tysons core, and the market data driving buyer interest at the time. That video remains a useful reference point, and this post builds on it with updated figures and observations from mid-2026. It remains one of the more dynamic corners of Fairfax County to track over time.

Getting Your Bearings in 22102

Tysons, originally known as Tysons Corner, has a longer history than its glass towers suggest. Matt Cheney explains that the area was farmland, including peach groves, at the time of the Civil War, long before it became metropolitan Washington’s major shopping mall hub in the latter half of the twentieth century. Today, Tysons functions as the de facto central business district for Fairfax County, with roughly 46 million square feet of office space and four Metro stations along the Silver Line. Fairfax County’s long-range planning continues to push Tysons toward becoming a more walkable, mixed-use “edge city,” rather than the car-dependent commercial corridor it was originally built as.

The 22102 zip code overlaps most of what people generally call Tysons, but it also includes the residential neighborhoods of McLean that sit outside the Capital Beltway. Geographically, this part of McLean borders the Potomac River to the east, Great Falls to the north, and Vienna and Route 7 to the west. Matt Cheney points to several neighborhoods buyers will find within 22102, including The Reserve, Garfield Park, Bellview Place, Potomac Overlook, and the Tysons core itself.

Looking Back: The 2022 Snapshot

When Matt Cheney recorded this episode in the fall of 2022, the trailing twelve months showed 165 single-family houses trading in the 22102 zip code, at an average sales price of $2,163,000, and an average of 39 days on the market. That represented a notable shift from just a few years earlier. In 2019, only 14 homes in the zip code sold for more than $3 million, compared to 34 such sales in the year leading up to the video, with the average sales price in 2019 sitting at $1,479,000, a roughly 46 percent increase by 2022.

Condo and co-op activity told a similar story of a fast-moving market at the time. Matt Cheney’s 2022 figures showed 306 condo and co-op units trading in the zip code over the prior year, at an average sales price of $504,000 and an average of 37 days on the market.

Two individual sales from that period stand out as historical benchmarks, reflecting 2022 market conditions. The highest-priced single-family sale in the zip code that year was a circa-2006 stone manor in The Reserve, a roughly 15,000-square-foot home on just under an acre, with seven bedrooms and ten full and two half baths, which traded for $8,700,000 in July 2022. On the condo side, a 25th-floor penthouse at The Verse Condominium in The Boro development, roughly 2,500 square feet with two bedrooms and two full and one half baths plus a 900-square-foot terrace, sold with two parking spaces in March 2022 for $2,800,000, or about $1,140 per square foot. Matt Cheney and Laila have not yet confirmed a directly comparable current record sale for the zip code, so if this figure is one buyers or sellers want updated, it’s worth reaching out to Matt Cheney directly for the latest information.

Where the 22102 Market Stands Now

Several years on, and after a meaningfully different rate environment took hold, the 22102 market has continued to evolve from the conditions captured in the 2022 video, though the underlying geography and neighborhood character described above hasn’t changed.

According to Bright MLS, the median sale price in ZIP code 22102 was approximately $2,021,500 during the first half of 2026, with homes going under contract in an average of 9 days. Compared with the same period in 2025, median sale prices decreased by approximately 3.8%, reflecting a modest market adjustment in McLean.

According to Bright MLS, condominiums and cooperative homes in ZIP code 22102 had a median sale price of approximately $395,000 during the first half of 2026, with homes going under contract in an average of 20 days. Compared with the same period in 2025, median sale prices decreased by approximately 8.1%, reflecting shifting market conditions in the McLean condo and co-op market. Market conditions vary by building, amenities, unit size, location, and timing. Contact Matt Cheney for a personalized market analysis based on current MLS data.

The market statistics above are segmented by property type using Bright MLS data, with fee simple homes (including detached homes, twin homes, and townhomes) reported separately from condominiums and cooperative homes. Because ZIP code 22102 includes a diverse mix of housing types, separating the data provides a more accurate view of market trends than combining all residential properties into a single set of statistics.

That diversity is part of what makes 22102 unique. Established neighborhoods such as The Reserve and Potomac Overlook are known for larger detached homes on spacious lots, while Tysons and communities like The Boro offer modern condominium living with walkable amenities and convenient access to four Metro stations. This combination of traditional residential neighborhoods and an urban lifestyle continues to make 22102 one of the most distinctive housing markets in the Washington, DC region.

Buyers and sellers looking for the latest market insights should keep in mind that conditions can vary significantly by property type, price range, and neighborhood. For the most accurate analysis, Matt Cheney can provide a customized Bright MLS market report with current statistics, including sales activity, median sale prices, and days on market, tailored to the specific property type and area that best matches your real estate goals.

What Hasn’t Changed

While market conditions continue to shift, the qualities that make ZIP code 22102 desirable remain the same. The area offers convenient access to the Potomac River, Great Falls, Vienna, and Washington, DC, along with four Silver Line Metro stations that connect residents throughout the region. Continued investment in Tysons has also expanded its mix of shopping, dining, office space, and walkable neighborhoods, making it one of Northern Virginia’s most dynamic communities. As the market evolves, Matt Cheney continues to monitor both residential trends and the ongoing growth of Tysons to help buyers and sellers make informed real estate decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What neighborhoods are in McLean’s 22102 zip code?

The 22102 zip code includes The Reserve, Garfield Park, Bellview Place, Potomac Overlook, and the Tysons commercial and residential core.

Is 22102 the same as Tysons Corner?

Most of what people refer to as Tysons falls within the 22102 zip code, but 22102 also includes residential McLean neighborhoods outside the Beltway that aren’t typically thought of as “Tysons.”

How has the 22102 market changed since 2022?

The 22102 market has changed since 2022, with fee simple homes and condominiums/co-ops following different pricing trends. For the most accurate picture of current market conditions, Matt Cheney can provide a customized Bright MLS market analysis tailored to your property type and real estate goals.

What is driving development in Tysons?

Fairfax County’s long-term planning continues to push Tysons toward a more walkable, transit-oriented environment built around its four Metro stations, a shift from its original car-dependent, mall-centered layout.

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