Chevy Chase, DC Neighborhood Guide
Chevy Chase sits in Northwest DC along Connecticut Avenue NW with Chevy Chase Circle at the DC and Maryland boundary. The neighborhood developed in the early twentieth century with a strong main street presence, detached houses on a tree lined grid, small apartment and condo buildings near the avenue, and direct access to parks and recreation.
Fast Facts
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Location: Northwest DC at the DC and Maryland line
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Main Corridors: Connecticut Avenue NW for shops and services, Military Road NW for cross town travel, Western Avenue NW along the boundary
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Parks and Recreation: Lafayette Pointer Recreation Center and fields, Broad Branch Stream valley, Rock Creek Park trail connections nearby
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Housing Types: Early twentieth century detached houses including Colonial Revival and Tudor influences, smaller multifamily buildings and condos near Connecticut Avenue NW
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Landmarks: Chevy Chase Circle, Avalon Theatre, Chevy Chase Library and Community Center
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Transit: Metrobus routes on Connecticut Avenue NW with service to Friendship Heights, Van Ness, and downtown connections, Capital Bikeshare stations along the corridor
Overview and History
Chevy Chase grew with streetcar era development that followed Connecticut Avenue NW. The street grid and lot pattern produced a mix of detached houses and small multifamily buildings. Commercial storefronts line the avenue with neighborhood retail, services, and dining. The circle at Western Avenue NW and Connecticut Avenue NW marks the boundary between DC and Maryland. Proximity to Rock Creek Park provides trail access and natural areas a short distance from the main streets.
Lifestyle and Amenities
Main Street and Everyday Errands
Connecticut Avenue NW offers grocery, pharmacies, banks, hardware, fitness studios, and service businesses. Side streets include additional small storefronts and professional offices. The Chevy Chase Library and Community Center host programs and meeting spaces.
Dining and Entertainment
Restaurants and cafes cluster along Connecticut Avenue NW with options that change over time. The Avalon Theatre is a historic cinema with first run films and special screenings. Seasonal events and small markets appear at various points on the corridor.
Parks and Recreation
Lafayette Pointer Recreation Center provides a gym, fields, and a playground. Nearby access points lead into Rock Creek Park for running, cycling, and nature trails. Broad Branch Stream improvements add walking paths and green space connections toward the park system.
Housing and Real Estate Snapshot
Chevy Chase includes a range of home types shaped by early twentieth century growth patterns.
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Detached Houses
Brick and frame construction with Colonial Revival and Tudor influenced details, pitched roofs, and front porches or stoops. Many homes include basements and rear yards. -
Rowhouse and Semi detached pockets
Select blocks feature attached or semi detached homes that mirror the era and materials of nearby detached houses. -
Small Multifamily and Condos
Along Connecticut Avenue NW and adjacent streets, smaller apartment buildings and condominium conversions provide additional housing choices with common areas such as lobbies, bike rooms, and shared outdoor space in select properties.
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Transportation and Accessibility
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Metrorail
The neighborhood does not have a station within its boundaries. The nearest Red Line stations are Friendship Heights to the northwest in DC and Maryland, and Van Ness to the south. Riders often use Metrobus to reach these stations. -
Bus
Metrobus routes operate along Connecticut Avenue NW with frequent service to Red Line stations and downtown connections. Additional routes run on Military Road NW and Western Avenue NW. -
Biking
Capital Bikeshare docks are placed along the corridor. Bike routes connect to Rock Creek Park trails and to nearby neighborhoods. -
Driving and Parking
Connecticut Avenue NW, Military Road NW, and Western Avenue NW serve as primary routes. Residential permit parking applies on many side streets where posted. Metered spaces line commercial blocks.
Community Landmarks
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Chevy Chase Circle
Traffic circle at Western Avenue NW and Connecticut Avenue NW that marks the DC and Maryland boundary.
Alt text suggestion: Fountain at Chevy Chase Circle, Chevy Chase DC. -
Avalon Theatre
Historic movie theater on Connecticut Avenue NW with first run films and special events. -
Chevy Chase Library and Community Center
Public library and community facility with meeting rooms and programs. -
Lafayette Pointer Recreation Center
Recreation facility with gym, fields, and playground on the neighborhood’s northern side.
FAQs
- Where is Chevy Chase in DC
Chevy Chase is in Northwest DC at the DC and Maryland line. It centers on Connecticut Avenue NW with Chevy Chase Circle at the boundary with Maryland. - What types of homes are common in Chevy Chase
Most residential blocks feature early twentieth century detached houses. There are also small apartment buildings and condominiums near Connecticut Avenue NW. - Does Chevy Chase have a Metro station
There is no station within the neighborhood. Riders use Metrobus on Connecticut Avenue NW to connect to Red Line stations at Friendship Heights and Van Ness. - What parks are nearby
Lafayette Pointer Recreation Center provides fields and a playground. Rock Creek Park is nearby with trails and natural areas. Broad Branch Stream improvements add walking paths and green space. - Where can I run daily errands
Grocery, pharmacies, banks, hardware, and services are located along Connecticut Avenue NW with additional options on side streets.
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