
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Chevy Chase Neighborhood of Washington, DC from $1,300 (30 Rentals)
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Connecticut Heights

The Chesapeake

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Ellicott House

Sulgrave Manor

5130 Connecticut Ave NW

The Roberta
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The Frontenac

5100 Connecticut Avenue Apartments

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La Reine Apartments

5410 Connecticut Ave NW
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4600 Connecticut Ave NW

5315 Connecticut Ave NW

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5410 Connecticut Ave NW, Unit 707

The Huntington

5315 Connecticut Ave NW, Unit 310

The Livingston

The Brittany

4600 Connecticut Ave NW, Unit 215

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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Chevy Chase?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chevy Chase Studio Apartments | $1,611 | $1,389 | $2,150 |
| Chevy Chase 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,061 | $1,595 | $3,700 |
| Chevy Chase 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,736 | $2,150 | $4,224 |
| Chevy Chase 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,800 | $3,800 | $3,800 |
| Chevy Chase 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,000 | $5,000 | $5,000 |
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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 $1,389. Connecticut Heights has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,438. Here are the most affordable Chevy Chase apartments for rent in Washington, DC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Kenmore | Studio - S1C | Studio, 1BA | $1,389 |
| Connecticut Heights | Studio D | Studio, 1BA | $1,438 |
| The Chesapeake | Studio 08 | Studio, 1BA | $1,472 |
| Ellicott House | S | Studio, 1BA | $1,478 |
| The Roberta | Studio | Studio, 1BA | $1,538 |
| The Livingston | Studio | Studio, 1BA | $1,542 |
| 4801 Connecticut Avenue Apartments | Studio, 1 bath | Studio, 1BA | $1,550 |
| Chevy Chase Tower | One Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1,595 |
| The Frontenac | Studio E 14 Tier | Studio, 1BA | $1,650 |
| 5100 Connecticut Avenue Apartments | Studio | Studio, 1BA | $1,650 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chevy Chase, DC
As of September 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Chevy Chase 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 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 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 |
| 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 |
| The Livingston | Studio | Studio, 1BA | $3.60 |
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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 $1,650.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Chevy Chase?
The cheapest apartment in Chevy Chase is The Kenmore which is listed at $1,165, while the average apartment in Chevy Chase costs $1,949.
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 42 regular apartments in Chevy Chase that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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