
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Chevy Chase Neighborhood of Washington, DC from $1,200 (25 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Chevy Chase area of Washington.


Connecticut Heights

The Woodner

The Glade on Laurel

Ellicott House

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La Reine Apartments
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5301 Connecticut Ave NW

5130 Connecticut Ave NW

4801 Connecticut Avenue Apartments
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Atwell on Spring

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Chevy Chase, Washington, DC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Chevy Chase?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Chevy Chase Studio Apartments | $1,895 | $1,210 | $2,750 |
Chevy Chase 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,611 | $1,479 | $4,195 |
Chevy Chase 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,881 | $1,523 | $6,995 |
Chevy Chase 3 Bedroom Apartments | $8,021 | $3,800 | $10,000+ |
Chevy Chase 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,000 | $5,000 | $5,000 |
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There are currently 25 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Chevy Chase Neighborhood of Washington, DC.
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Cheapest Available Chevy Chase Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Chevy Chase area of Washington, DC is a Studio unit found at The Kenmore priced from $1,325. Connecticut Heights has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,468. Here are the most affordable Chevy Chase apartments for rent in Washington, DC:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Kenmore | Studio - S1A | Studio,1BA | $1,325 |
Connecticut Heights | Studio B | Studio,1BA | $1,468 |
The Woodner | Standard Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,475 |
Blair Plaza | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,505 |
Ellicott House | S2 | Studio,1BA | $1,550 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chevy Chase, DC
As of May 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Chevy Chase area is the $2.62 price per square foot 2 Bed-2 Bath -1125 Model at Brandywine Apartments in the in the Northwest Washington neighborhood starting from $2,950. The second greatest value Chevy Chase apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Legation House starting at $2,862 with a $2.77 price per square foot in the North Cleveland Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Chevy Chase apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Brandywine Apartments | 2 Bed-2 Bath -1125 | 2BR,2BA | $2.62 |
Legation House | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.77 |
Atwell on Spring | PC3.1 | 2BR,2BA | $3.45 |
Sulgrave Manor | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.13 |
The Chesapeake | 2 BR 05 | 2BR,1BA | $3.58 |
Chevy Chase Tower | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.20 |
The Saratoga Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.46 |
The Frontenac | Studio G 09 Tier | Studio ,1BA | $3.12 |
Blair Plaza | Studio Eco | Studio ,1BA | $3.04 |
The Woodner | Standard Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.77 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleChevy Chase, Washington, DC
Ranked #36
Among neighborhoods in Washington, DC for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Chevy Chase, Washington, DC
Lafayette Elementary School
Jackson-Reed High School
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Washington. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for proximity to parks, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, features that make it easier to raise kids, and more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Getting Around the Chevy Chase Neighborhood in Washington, DC
Walk Score®
80 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
62 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
59 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Chevy Chase Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Chevy Chase?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Chevy Chase is under $1,705.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Chevy Chase?
The cheapest apartment in Chevy Chase is Chevy Chase Tower which is listed at $1,650, while the average apartment in Chevy Chase costs $7,765.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Chevy Chase?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 59 regular apartments in Chevy Chase that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Chevy Chase?
Cheap apartments in Chevy Chase have an average cost of $664 which is $7,101 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Chevy Chase.
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