
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Chevy Chase Neighborhood of Washington, DC from $1,200 (21 Rentals)
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Chevy Chase Tower

The Kenmore

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Ellicott House

Connecticut Heights

The Chesapeake

4801 Connecticut Avenue Apartments
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5406 Connecticut Ave NW, Unit 705, Unit 705

5100 Connecticut Avenue Apartments

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The Frontenac

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Sulgrave Manor

4600 Connecticut Ave NW, Unit 517, Unit 517
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5315 Connecticut Ave NW, Unit 502, Unit 502

5130 Connecticut Ave NW, Unit 108

The Huntington

Legation House

4600 Connecticut Ave NW

The Livingston

The Brittany
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chevy Chase Studio Apartments | $1,592 | $1,225 | $2,150 |
| Chevy Chase 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,015 | $1,399 | $2,712 |
| Chevy Chase 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,783 | $2,365 | $4,150 |
| Chevy Chase 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,000 | $3,800 | $4,200 |
| Chevy Chase 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,000 | $5,000 | $5,000 |
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There are currently 21 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 Roberta priced from $1,225. Chevy Chase Tower has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,250. Here are the most affordable Chevy Chase apartments for rent in Washington, DC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Roberta | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,225 |
| Chevy Chase Tower | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
| The Kenmore | Studio - S1D | Studio,1BA | $1,298 |
| Ellicott House | S | Studio,1BA | $1,429 |
| Connecticut Heights | Studio E | Studio,1BA | $1,453 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chevy Chase, DC
As of May 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Chevy Chase area is the $2.56 price per square foot 1 Bed-1 Bath -800 Model at Brandywine Apartments in the in the Northwest Washington neighborhood starting from $2,049. The second greatest value Chevy Chase 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 apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brandywine Apartments | 1 Bed-1 Bath -800 | 1BR,1BA | $2.56 |
| Sulgrave Manor | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.15 |
| The Mason at Chevy Chase | One Bedroom Garden | 1BR,1BA | $2.67 |
| Chevy Chase Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.71 |
| The Frontenac | Studio E 14 Tier | Studio ,1BA | $3.23 |
| Ellicott House | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $3.24 |
| The Roberta | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.58 |
| 4801 Connecticut Avenue Apartments | Studio, 1 bath | Studio ,1BA | $3.58 |
| Legation House | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.55 |
| Chevy Chase Tower | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.13 |
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Best Local Schools in Chevy Chase, Washington, DC
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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 $1,600.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Chevy Chase?
The cheapest apartment in Chevy Chase is The Kenmore which is listed at $1,599, while the average apartment in Chevy Chase costs $5,000.
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 50 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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