City Comparison

Chevy Chase vs McLean: How they compare

Chevy Chase has tree-lined streets, large lots, and quick access to downtown D. McLean is synonymous with luxury living in Northern Virginia. The details differ. Here is the sourced context for price, schools, commute, taxes, walkability, and reported crime data.

Market Overview

Chevy Chase's median sold price is $1.2M with homes averaging 47 days on market; McLean is at $1.4M and 41 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). McLean is pricier ($1.4M median vs $1.2M), a difference of about $151K. McLean moves faster, with homes averaging 41 days on market compared to 47 in Chevy Chase. Chevy Chase offers a lower entry point at $700K–$5M+.

Chevy Chase

MD

McLean

VA

Median Sold Price

12 months through Aug 2026

$1.2M

$1.4M

Avg Days on Market

12 months through Aug 2026

47 days

41 days

Price Range

$700K–$5M+

$700K–$5M+

Notable Neighborhoods

Chevy Chase Village, Section 3, Section 5, Somerset

Langley Farms, Chain Bridge Forest, Broyhill Langley Estates, McLean Hamlet

MD

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VA

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Chevy Chase or McLean more affordable?

Chevy Chase is more affordable with a median sold price of $1.2M, compared to $1.4M in McLean (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 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+. McLean prices range from $700K–$5M+.

How do Chevy Chase and McLean compare?

Chevy Chase has tree-lined streets, large lots, and quick access to downtown D. McLean is synonymous with luxury living in Northern Virginia. The right choice depends on your priorities: budget, commute length, home types, and neighborhood feel. smover lets you compare agent profiles and available transaction records in either city.

Median sold prices and days on market are 12-month aggregates of settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 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 September 2026.

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