The places you will go.

Chevy Chase - a name that evokes timeless elegance and sophistication. This prestigious community is a combination of a town and an unincorporated census-designated place, straddling the northwest border of Washington, D.C. and Montgomery County, Maryland. The area boasts several settlements, neighborhoods, and villages, all sharing a common history and are colloquially known as "Chevy Chase".

Chevy Chase is primarily a residential suburb, known for its luxury homes and upscale living. It adjoins the vibrant shopping district of Friendship Heights, making it a sought-after location for those who value convenience and exclusivity. The National 4-H Youth Conference Center is another notable feature, hosting the prestigious National Science Bowl annually in late April or early May.

The name "Chevy Chase" has a rich history, derived from "Cheivy Chace", a land patented to Colonel Joseph Belt in 1725. The name has historic associations to a battle between Lord Percy of England and Earl Douglas of Scotland in 1388, making it a place of great historical significance.

Before 1890, Chevy Chase was nothing more than unincorporated farmland. But that changed when Senator Francis G. Newlands of Nevada and his partners began acquiring land in the area for the purpose of developing a residential streetcar suburb for Washington, D.C. Today, Chevy Chase is home to some of the most prestigious homes in the area, with a median home value of over $1 million.

The Chevy Chase Land Company was founded in 1890 by Newlands and his partners, and their holdings eventually extended along the present-day Connecticut Avenue from Florida Avenue north to Jones Bridge Road. The Chevy Chase Land Company built houses ranging from $3,000 to $5,000 on side streets and Connecticut Avenue, with the company banning all commerce from residential neighborhoods. Leon E. Dessez, a prominent architect, was Chevy Chase's first resident, and he and Lindley Johnson of Philadelphia designed the first four houses in the area.

Chevy Chase is also home to a historic school for young women. Lea M. Bouligny founded the school at the Chevy Chase Inn, which later changed its name to Chevy Chase College and Seminary for Young Ladies and then Chevy Chase Junior College in 1927. In 1951, the National 4-H Club Foundation purchased the property, and Bouligny passed away in 1954, leaving behind a legacy of education and excellence.

Chevy Chase is a place where luxury living meets history, making it a must-see destination for those who appreciate elegance and refinement.