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Chevy Chase DC, DC vs Takoma, DC
Chevy Chase DC, DC vs Takoma, DC: What the data shows
Chevy Chase DC, DC is in Chevy Chase DC, DC while Takoma, DC is in Takoma, DC — both in the same state. On home prices, Takoma, DC is the more affordable option at $791,600 median — $383,700 less than Chevy Chase DC, DC's $1,175,300. WYLT rates Chevy Chase DC, DC as “Good for now” — a solid choice worth serious consideration — and Takoma, DC as “Good for now” — a solid choice worth serious consideration.
Chevy Chase DC, DC has the stronger safety profile of the two. Chevy Chase DC, DC has Low violent crime and Moderate property crime. Takoma, DC has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. On environmental risk, Chevy Chase DC, DC has Low flood risk and Takoma, DC has Low flood risk.
Chevy Chase DC, DC is the more walkable neighborhood. Chevy Chase DC, DC scores 49/100 (mostly car-dependent) versus Takoma, DC's 45/100 (mostly car-dependent). For families weighing school quality, Chevy Chase DC, DC has the higher school rating — Chevy Chase DC, DC rates 7.6/10 and Takoma, DC rates 7.5/10.
| Category | Chevy Chase DC, DC | Takoma, DC |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| Verdict | Good for now | Good for now |
| Median Price | $1.18M | $792K ✓ Lower price |
| Median Rent | $2K | $1K ✓ Lower rent |
| Median Income | $236K ✓ Higher income | $110K |
| Price Volatility | Moderate | Moderate |
| Getting Around | ||
| Walk Score | 49/100 ✓ More walkable | 45/100 |
| Transit Score | 26/100 | 42/100 ✓ Better transit |
| Bike Score | 40/100 | 44/100 ✓ More bikeable |
| Commute | 17 min | 17 min ✓ Shorter commute |
| Safety & Environment | ||
| Safety Grade | B ✓ Safer | D+ |
| Violent Crime | Low ✓ Lower risk | Moderate |
| Property Crime | Moderate | Moderate |
| Flood Risk | Low | Low |
| Air Quality | Good | Good |
| Community | ||
| Schools | 7.6/10 ✓ Better schools | 7.5/10 |
| Best for | Affluent familiesYoung professionalsDC commuters | Young professionalsFamilies with childrenProgressive activists |
Bottom line
Both neighborhoods have distinct trade-offs — review the data above to find your best fit.
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