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Chevy Chase DC, DC
Chevy Chase DC · DC 20015
Updated June 19, 2026 · Would You Live There? · Covers: Chevy Chase DC, Washington
Good for now
Verdict
$1.2M
Median Price
49/100
Walk Score
7.6/10
Schools
17 min
to Washington, DC
Score Breakdown
CAffordability
63/100
BSafety
78/100
BSchools
76/100
CQuietness
60/100
B+Commute
85/100
DWalkability
49/100
WYLT Score69/100
Our Take
Chevy Chase DC is a pricey, affluent suburb with great schools and a short commute to Washington. It’s not very walkable and you’ll need a car, but the low flood risk and solid community make it a solid choice for families and professionals looking for a safe, upscale environment.
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The Good
- ✓High median income and home values reflect strong local economy
- ✓Excellent public and private school options
- ✓Low flood risk (Zone X)
- ✓Convenient 17‑minute drive to downtown Washington, DC
Real Talk
- !Very expensive housing and rental market
- !Limited walkability – car dependency is high
- !Potential for local debate over affordable housing projects
- !Noise and traffic from nearby major roads can be intrusive
- $High property taxes and insurance premiums
- $HOA fees in many condo complexes
- $Higher utility costs compared to national averages
Best For
Affluent familiesYoung professionalsDC commutersStudents
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeLow
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Chevy Chase DC, DC
B
Safety grade
Safety score78 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Low1.6incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
57% safer than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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