Chevy Chase, MD

A comprehensive guide to buying a home in Chevy Chase: neighborhoods, market trends, schools, and lifestyle.

$1.4M
Median Price
15 days
Avg Days on Market
$700K–$5M+
Price Range

Overview

Chevy Chase is one of the most sought-after residential enclaves in the D.C. metro. Tree-lined streets, large lots, and Montgomery County schools (Bethesda-Chevy Chase High School zone) make it an attractive address for families who want quiet residential character with quick access to downtown D.C.

Neighborhoods

Chevy Chase Village

$700K–$5M+Established community

A popular neighborhood in Chevy Chase.

Section 3

$700K–$5M+Established community

A popular neighborhood in Chevy Chase.

Section 5

$700K–$5M+Established community

A popular neighborhood in Chevy Chase.

Somerset

$700K–$5M+Established community

A popular neighborhood in Chevy Chase.

Drummond

$700K–$5M+Established community

A popular neighborhood in Chevy Chase.

Martins Additions

$700K–$5M+Established community

A popular neighborhood in Chevy Chase.

North Chevy Chase

$700K–$5M+Established community

A popular neighborhood in Chevy Chase.

Market Trends

Chevy Chase is Montgomery County's most expensive residential community, with a median sale price around $1.4M. Homes average 15 days on market in the well-maintained neighborhoods closest to the D.C. border. Scarcity drives pricing: zoning protects the large-lot residential character, and teardown-rebuilds have become a common entry point for buyers unable to find existing homes in the school zones they want.

Schools

Chevy Chase is served by Fairfax County Public Schools.

Commute & Transportation

Chevy Chase offers commuter access to Washington, D.C. via major highways and public transit options.

Lifestyle & Community

Chevy Chase is one of the most sought-after residential enclaves in the D.C. metro. Tree-lined streets, large lots, and Montgomery County schools (Bethesda-Chevy Chase High School zone) make it an attractive address for families who want quiet residential character with quick access to downtown D.C.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Chevy Chase a good place to buy a home?

Chevy Chase is one of the most sought-after residential enclaves in the D.C. metro. Tree-lined streets, large lots, and Montgomery County schools (Bethesda-Chevy Chase High School zone) make it an attractive address for families who want quiet residential character with quick access to downtown D.C.

What are home prices like in Chevy Chase?

The median home price in Chevy Chase is approximately $1.4M, with a range of $700K–$5M+.

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