
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Chevy Chase DC Neighborhood of Washington, DC from $1,200 (26 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Chevy Chase DC area of Washington.


The Roberta

The Kenmore

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5331 Nevada Ave NW, Unit English basement

The Chesapeake

4600 Connecticut Ave NW
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Connecticut Heights

4801 Connecticut Avenue Apartments

5406 Connecticut Ave NW, Unit 705

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Ellicott House

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The Frontenac

La Reine Apartments
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5100 Connecticut Avenue Apartments

5406 Connecticut Ave NW

Lincoln Arms Apartments

Sulgrave Manor

5315 Connecticut Ave NW, Unit 502

5315 Connecticut Ave NW, Unit 502
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4600 Connecticut Ave NW, Unit 717

5410 Connecticut Ave NW, Unit 5410 Connecticut ave

4600 Connecticut Ave NW, Unit #725

The Huntington

The Livingston

The Brittany
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5315 Connecticut Ave NW

4600 Connecticut Ave NW, Unit 215
Chevy Chase DC, Washington, DC Local Guide

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 | $1,640 | $1,250 | $2,210 |
| Chevy Chase DC 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,075 | $1,375 | $2,790 |
| Chevy Chase DC 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,722 | $2,360 | $4,200 |
| 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 26 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 Chevy Chase Tower priced from $1,250. The Roberta has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,299. Here are the most affordable Chevy Chase DC apartments for rent in Washington, DC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chevy Chase Tower | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
| The Roberta | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,299 |
| The Kenmore | Studio - S1A | Studio,1BA | $1,320 |
| The Livingston | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,491 |
| The Chesapeake | Studio 12 | Studio,1BA | $1,495 |
| Connecticut Heights | Studio E | Studio,1BA | $1,526 |
| 4801 Connecticut Avenue Apartments | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $1,550 |
| Ellicott House | S | Studio,1BA | $1,569 |
| The Frontenac | Studio A 03 Tier | Studio,1BA | $1,625 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chevy Chase DC, DC
As of June 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Chevy Chase DC area is the $2.42 price per square foot 1 Bed-1 Bath -825 Model at Brandywine Apartments in the in the Northwest Washington neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value Chevy Chase DC apartment is the 1 Bedroom Model at Sulgrave Manor starting at $1,720 with a $2.15 price per square foot in the North Cleveland Park neighborhood. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brandywine Apartments | 1 Bed-1 Bath -825 | 1BR,1BA | $2.42 |
| Sulgrave Manor | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.15 |
| Lincoln Arms Apartments | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.74 |
| 5331 Nevada Ave NW, Unit English basement | 5331 Nevada Ave NW | 1BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| The Frontenac | Studio A 03 Tier | Studio ,1BA | $3.21 |
| The Roberta | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.73 |
| Ellicott House | S | Studio ,1BA | $3.34 |
| 4801 Connecticut Avenue Apartments | Studio, 1 bath | Studio ,1BA | $3.58 |
| The Livingston | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.48 |
| Chevy Chase Tower | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.13 |
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Best Local Schools in Chevy Chase Dc, Washington, DC
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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 $1,625.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Chevy Chase DC?
The cheapest apartment in Chevy Chase DC is The Kenmore which is listed at $1,599, while the average apartment in Chevy Chase DC costs $5,000.
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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