If You Lived Here

Chevy Chase

Residents like realtor Julie Roberts love the parks, markets and the Avalon Theatre that give Chevy Chase's "D.C. side" its small-town feel. Julie guides John and Christine through three beautiful homes that feature corner cabinets, corner showers and even corner bathtubs. Plus, the important story of how Lafayette-Pointer Park was recently renamed to honor Captain George Pointer and his family.

Chevy Chase

28m 50s

Residents like realtor Julie Roberts love the parks, markets and the Avalon Theatre that give Chevy Chase's "D.C. side" its small-town feel. Julie guides John and Christine through three beautiful homes that feature corner cabinets, corner showers and even corner bathtubs. Plus, the important story of how Lafayette-Pointer Park was recently renamed to honor Captain George Pointer and his family.

Previews + Extras

  • Preview: Chevy Chase, DC: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Preview: Chevy Chase, DC

    S2 E12 - 30s

    Residents like realtor Julie Roberts love the parks, markets and the Avalon Theatre that give Chevy Chase's "D.C. side" its small-town feel. Julie guides John and Christine through three beautiful homes that feature corner cabinets, corner showers and even corner bathtubs. Plus, the important story of how Lafayette-Pointer Park was recently renamed to honor Captain George Pointer and his family.

  • Truth and Reconciliation in Chevy Chase: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Truth and Reconciliation in Chevy Chase

    S2 E12 - 3m 31s

    For almost a century, descendants of freed slave Captain George Pointer and Elizabeth Townsend owned land in the area that became Chevy Chase, D.C. In 1928, their property was seized by eminent domain to build an elementary school and park for white children. In 2018, Historic Chevy Chase DC worked with Pointer family descendants to rename the park in honor of the site's African American history.

  • Vintage Charm and Cozy Comfort in Chevy Chase, DC: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Vintage Charm and Cozy Comfort in Chevy Chase, DC

    S2 E12 - 5m 40s

    The archways, corner cabinets and classic bathroom tile give this Chevy Chase, DC home plenty of vintage charm, but don't be fooled. Modern renovations, including a wet bar in the basement and a new kitchen pack a lot of comfort into the cozy space.

  • 1930s Charm with Plenty of Room to Spread Out: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    1930s Charm with Plenty of Room to Spread Out

    S2 E12 - 6m 14s

    This 6 bedroom, 4.5 bath house was much smaller when it was originally built in 1930, but the large lot left room for a big addition. A great room and screened in porch bring the light into rear of the home, while large windows in the front offer great views of the quiet street. Plus, there's a surprise on the top level!

  • A style "so cohesive, it knocks my socks off!": asset-mezzanine-16x9

    A style "so cohesive, it knocks my socks off!"

    S2 E12 - 7m 32s

    This Chevy Chase, DC home is a throwback to an earlier time, with such a classic style that you might be surprised to learn it was built in 1989. On the main floor, the woodwork and details create a space perfect for entertaining, while matching bay windows knock John's socks off. Upstairs, tall trees outside keep the bedrooms cool and shady while the master bath is a sight to behold.

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