Military Realtor in Chevy Chase | Washington DC & Maryland
Military Relocation · Washington, D.C. & Maryland
Finding Your Home in Chevy Chase
Washington, D.C. · Maryland
Chevy Chase is a premier residential enclave defined by historic architecture, tree-lined avenues, and expansive lot sizes along the D.C.–Maryland border. Known for its quiet, suburban feel and mature green spaces, the area offers high-income families, diplomats, and senior officials a peaceful retreat without sacrificing urban convenience. Residents enjoy quick access to downtown Bethesda, Friendship Heights dining, and major commercial hubs.
Chevy Chase · Washington, D.C. & Maryland
The Neighborhood
Why to Live in Chevy Chase
Chevy Chase provides a refined setting minutes from Walter Reed and major defense headquarters. The neighborhood features expansive properties designed for both hosting and downtime, making it a practical base for high-ranking officials needing quick access to the capital alongside strong, long-term property equity.
Luxury Single-Family Homes
Features substantial lot sizes, grand historic architecture, and high-end renovated residences with the space and privacy that urban D.C. lacks.
Unmatched Base Access
Located minutes from Walter Reed and NSA Bethesda, with straightforward driving corridors south toward the Pentagon and Downtown D.C.
Prime Amenities & Metro
High-end shopping, fine dining, and Red Line Metro access (Friendship Heights and Bethesda) are positioned right along Connecticut and Wisconsin Avenues.
Established Senior Leadership Hub
An ideal address for senior officers and government executives who require a distinguished home close to regional installations.
Location & Duty Station
Military Commutes from Chevy Chase
Chevy Chase provides military buyers an unmatched commute to Walter Reed and NSA Bethesda—often under a 10-minute drive up Connecticut or Wisconsin Avenue. Southbound routes like Rock Creek Parkway offer direct driving access to the Pentagon, Fort Myer, and Navy Yard, while nearby Red Metro Line stations (Friendship Heights, Bethesda) make public transit into D.C. quick and direct.
Approximate driving times from Chevy Chase vary based on the home's exact location, traffic, time of day, road conditions, and installation access.
VA Financing
Buy a Home with a VA Loan
Eligible military buyers may be able to purchase a qualifying Chevy Chase property using a VA loan. VA financing may offer:
Learn More About VA Loans →- 0% Down Payment: Qualified buyers may be able to purchase without a down payment.
- No PMI: VA loans do not require private mortgage insurance.
- Primary Residence: The property must meet VA occupancy requirements.
- Luxury Home Financing: VA financing can be used for qualifying higher-priced properties. Buyers should discuss their specific loan structure, available cash, and financing options with their lender before making an offer.
As a Military Realtor®, I can help you identify VA-financed and potentially assumable properties in Chevy Chase and coordinate with your lender throughout the transaction.
For Current Owners
Selling Your Chevy Chase Home
Successfully selling in Chevy Chase means positioning your property to capture high-intent buyers, incoming medical staff, and military leadership relocating to Walter Reed and Bethesda. Marketing a home here requires highlighting distinct architectural details, prime lot positioning, and proximity to top-tier schools and regional transit corridors.
Seamless Remote Listing Management
If a PCS move or job relocation takes you out of the National Capital Region before closing, you can manage the sale completely hands-off. I provide full-service, long-distance seller support—coordinating pre-listing repairs, staging, professional photography, digital document execution, and remote negotiations so your transition to your next home or duty station remains seamless.
Your Military Realtor®
Diana Tommingo
Washington, D.C. · Northern Virginia · Maryland
English & Spanish
Military life is personal to me. Helping you find your place here is, too.
I’m Diana Tommingo, a full-time Military Realtor® helping active-duty service members, veterans, military families, and civilian buyers and sellers throughout Washington, D.C., Northern Virginia, and Maryland. Whether you're relocating for a PCS, purchasing an upscale home in Chevy Chase, using a VA loan, considering a VA loan assumption, or buying from out of town, I can help you evaluate homes based on your duty station, commute, budget, lifestyle, and long-term goals.
As the wife of a retired U.S. Marine Corps Major, military life is personal to me. My engineering background brings an analytical eye to your home search and negotiations. From video tours while you’re stationed overseas to preparing your Chevy Chase home for sale, you work directly with me throughout your move.
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Whether you're relocating to Washington DC on PCS orders, using a VA loan to purchase a home, selling before a military move, or simply exploring Chevy Chase, I can help you evaluate your options and navigate the transaction from start to finish. Schedule a consultation to discuss your next move.
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