Market Overview
Chevy Chase's median sold price is $1.2M with homes averaging 46 days on market; Columbia is at $485K and 23 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Jul 2026). Chevy Chase is pricier ($1.2M median vs $485K), a difference of about $711K. Columbia moves faster, with homes averaging 23 days on market compared to 46 in Chevy Chase. Columbia offers a lower entry point at $200K–$1.2M.
Chevy Chase
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Columbia
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Median Sold Price
12 months through Jul 2026
$1.2M
$485K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Jul 2026
46 days
23 days
Price Range
$700K–$5M+
$200K–$1.2M
Notable Neighborhoods
Chevy Chase Village, Section 3, Section 5, Somerset
Wilde Lake, Kings Contrivance, River Hill, Long Reach
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Chevy Chase or Columbia more affordable?
Columbia is more affordable with a median sold price of $485K, compared to $1.2M in Chevy Chase (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Jul 2026). Both cities offer a wide range of housing options, from condos and townhomes to single-family homes. Chevy Chase prices range from $700K–$5M+. Columbia prices range from $200K–$1.2M.
How do Chevy Chase and Columbia compare?
Chevy Chase is one of the most sought-after residential enclaves in the D. Columbia is a master-planned community in Howard County, known for its village system, lakefront living, and area schools. The right choice depends on your priorities: budget, commute length, home types, and neighborhood feel. smover can connect you with a verified agent in either city.
Median sold prices and days on market are 12-month aggregates of settled sales in smover's records, through Jul 2026. School data from Virginia DOE, Maryland MSDE, and DC OSSE public reports. Property tax rates from Virginia Dept. of Taxation (2024). Walkability scores from Walk Score (2024). Crime data from FBI UCR and Virginia State Police (2023). Commute times are approximate rush-hour estimates. Updated August 2026.