Chevy Chase DC, Chevy Chase DC DC — neighborhood review

Chevy Chase DC, DC

Chevy Chase DC · DC 20015

Updated August 4, 2026 · Would You Live There?

Good for now

Verdict

$1.2M

Median Price

83/100

Walk Score

7.7/10

Schools

17 min

to Washington, DC

Score Breakdown

CAffordability
63/100
BSafety
78/100
BSchools
77/100
CQuietness
60/100
B+Commute
85/100
B+Walkability
83/100
WYLT Score74/100

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
Low
1.6incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+

57% safer than the national average

🔒Property Crime
Moderate
19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+

2% higher than the national average

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