Cheverly Maryland Map

About Cheverly, Maryland

Cheverly is a locality in Prince George's County, Maryland, United States. It has a population of approximately 6,096. The population density is 1793.3 people per km². Cheverly is located at 38.9282°N, 76.9158°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 20785.

Cheverly unfolds as a verdant expanse, its rolling terrain a gentle sigh of the Mid-Atlantic's topography, where mature oaks and maples cast deep, cool shadows across manicured lawns and well-trodden sidewalks. It lies 3.8 miles south-south-east of College Park, MD (from College Park, MD: bearing 163°T), and is situated 6.9 miles east-north-east of Washington. The air here carries a particular stillness, broken only by the distant hum of traffic from the nearby Beltway or the cheerful chatter of children playing in neighborhood parks. Streets curve with a practiced ease, lined with homes that speak of decades of quiet habitation, their porches often adorned with blooming hydrangeas or the stoic presence of a well-loved rocking chair. The subtle scent of pine needles mingles with the damp earth after a summer shower, creating an atmosphere that is both grounded and softly ethereal, a place where the light at dusk seems to linger, painting the sky in hues of soft lavender and rose. Originally conceived as a streetcar suburb, Cheverly's history is deeply intertwined with the growth of the Washington D.C. metropolitan area, offering a tranquil retreat from the urban bustle while remaining intimately connected. Its early development capitalized on the burgeoning need for residential spaces, fostering a sense of community that persists today, evident in the local traditions and the strong neighborhood associations that help shape its character. The economic pulse of Cheverly is largely residential, a hub for families and professionals who commute to the surrounding employment centers, yet it boasts its own collection of small businesses and services that lend a distinct local flavor. The presence of established green spaces, like the tracts of protected woodland that still grace its edges, evokes a connection to the natural landscape that has been carefully preserved, a quiet testament to the foresight of its founders and the enduring appeal of its leafy embrace.

About This Cheverly Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Cheverly, Maryland — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 38.928167, -76.915807. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Cheverly and Prince George's County.

Detailed location data for Cheverly includes the ZIP code (20785), telephone area code (301, 240), county seat of Prince George's County (Upper Marlboro), and school district assignment (Prince George's County Public Schools). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Cheverly is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.