
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Chevy Chase DC Neighborhood of Washington, DC from $1,300 (22 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Chevy Chase DC area of Washington.


The Chesapeake

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Ellicott House

Sulgrave Manor

5130 Connecticut Ave NW

The Roberta

4801 Connecticut Avenue Apartments
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Chevy Chase Tower

5100 Connecticut Avenue Apartments

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The Frontenac

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La Reine Apartments

5410 Connecticut Ave NW

5130 Connecticut Ave NW, Unit 108
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4600 Connecticut Ave NW, Unit 717

The Huntington

5315 Connecticut Ave NW, Unit 310

The Brittany

The Livingston

4600 Connecticut Ave NW, Unit 215
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Chevy Chase DC?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chevy Chase DC Studio Apartments | $1,611 | $1,389 | $2,150 |
| Chevy Chase DC 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,067 | $1,595 | $3,700 |
| Chevy Chase DC 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,736 | $2,150 | $4,224 |
| Chevy Chase DC 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,800 | $3,800 | $3,800 |
| Chevy Chase DC 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,000 | $5,000 | $5,000 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 22 rentals with your search options within a 10 mile radius of the Chevy Chase DC Neighborhood of Washington, DC.
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Cheapest Available Chevy Chase DC Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Chevy Chase DC area of Washington, DC is a Studio unit found at Connecticut Heights priced from $1,438. The Chesapeake has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,472. Here are the most affordable Chevy Chase DC apartments for rent in Washington, DC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Connecticut Heights | Studio D | Studio, 1BA | $1,438 |
| The Chesapeake | Studio 08 | Studio, 1BA | $1,472 |
| Ellicott House | S | Studio, 1BA | $1,498 |
| The Roberta | Studio | Studio, 1BA | $1,538 |
| 4801 Connecticut Avenue Apartments | Studio, 1 bath | Studio, 1BA | $1,550 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chevy Chase DC, DC
As of September 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Chevy Chase DC area is the $2.79 price per square foot 2 Beds, 1 Baths Model at 5402 Connecticut Ave NW in the North Cleveland Park neighborhood starting from $2,700. The second greatest value Chevy Chase DC apartment is the 1 Bed-1 Bath -825 Model at Brandywine Apartments in the Northwest Washington neighborhood starting at $1,950 with a $2.36 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Chevy Chase DC apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5402 Connecticut Ave NW | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR, 1BA | $2.79 |
| Brandywine Apartments | 1 Bed-1 Bath -825 | 1BR, 1BA | $2.36 |
| The Chesapeake | 2 BR 11 | 2BR, 1BA | $3.63 |
| Legation House | One Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $2.49 |
| Chevy Chase Tower | One Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $2.28 |
| Lincoln Arms Apartments | One bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $2.74 |
| The Frontenac | Studio E 14 Tier | Studio, 1BA | $3.28 |
| Ellicott House | S1 | Studio, 1BA | $3.45 |
| The Roberta | Studio | Studio, 1BA | $3.24 |
| 4801 Connecticut Avenue Apartments | Studio, 1 bath | Studio, 1BA | $3.58 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
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Lafayette Elementary School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Chevy Chase DC Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Chevy Chase DC?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Chevy Chase DC is under $1,700.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Chevy Chase DC?
The cheapest apartment in Chevy Chase DC is Chevy Chase Tower which is listed at $1,595, while the average apartment in Chevy Chase DC costs $1,949.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Chevy Chase DC?
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 42 regular apartments in Chevy Chase DC that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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