Chevy Chase, DC Community Page

This century-old neighborhood was deemed the “best suburb of the National Capital” by the Washington Post. This proves, once again, that Chevy Chase, D.C. real estate is some of the most desirable in the area. This can easily be reflected in the parks and recreation options, the diversity of restaurants, and the quality of both private and public education.

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Shopping and Dining

An aspect that distinguishes this community from many other neighborhoods is that residents and commuters have continued to strongly patronize local businesses, ensuring they remain a vital part of the economy. Still, familiar, high quality shopping is available at Chevy Chase Pavilion with shops such as Pottery Barn and Talbots and eateries such as the Cheesecake Factory and Starbucks.

Parks, Recreation & the Arts

Chevy Chase, D.C. has a plethora of cultural and artistic opportunities. Avalon Theater is the D.C. area’s oldest community theatre. Volunteer driven, the Avalon Theatre is nonprofit film center showing myriad movies, including mainstream films and a range of other offerings. While visiting, patrons enjoy the café featuring ice cream, coffee, sandwiches, and baked goods. For those interested in live theater, a visit to the Chevy Chase Players is a special treat. This is the D.C. area’s oldest community theater. Also volunteer driven, they provide an average of three plays per year to entertain and enlighten the theater goers. For artisans and athletes, the Chevy Chase Community Center provides many inexpensive or free activities for residents. Classes have included basketball, piano, pottery, ballet, art, fencing, and gymnastics.

Living

This warm community aspires to preserve the integrity of the neighborhood and its rich heritage. Culture and affluence abound in Chevy Chase, D.C.. With fantastic architecture, excellent food, and top-rated schools, this community provides the best of D.C. living. Chevy Chase is mere miles from the heart of all that D.C. has to offer, including the National Gallery of Art and the Smithsonian Institution.

Schools, Health, and Transportation

Served by the District of Columbia Public Schools, the public schools that comprise Chevy Chase are Lafayette Elementary, Ben W. Murch Elementary, Alice Deal Middle School, and Woodrow Wilson Senior High. Learn more at www.dcschoolsearch.com. Private schools include Blessed Sacrament Catholic Elementary and St. John’s College High School.

World-class health care is nearby, with multiple nationally and internationally recognized hospitals. Chevy Chase, D.C. residents enjoy ready access to Washington D.C. area medical centers including Georgetown University Hospital, Providence Hospital, and Children’s National Medical Center. Transportation options include taxi services, public bus, train service, and Metrorail. Dulles International Airport also serves the D.C. metro area.