City Chic Real Estate Becomes Reverie Residential

Redefining independence and elevated real estate service in the Metro DC area.

For over 14 years, City Chic Real Estate has helped Washingtonians find their place — in the city’s most vibrant neighborhoods, and across Northern Virginia and Maryland. Today, that story continues under a new name: Reverie Residential.

The rebrand marks more than a new look. It’s a reflection of how both the firm and its clients have evolved. What began as a boutique brokerage guiding first-time buyers through DC’s emerging markets has grown into a refined, strategy-driven real estate firm helping people find homes that reflect their lives — from Capitol Hill to Arlington, Alexandria, Bethesda, and beyond.

A New Name for a New Chapter

“Our clients have grown, their dreams have evolved, and so have we,” said Lindsay Dreyer, Founder and Principal Broker of Reverie Residential. “Reverie captures what has always defined our work — that every real estate journey begins with a dream. It’s about turning vision into reality through thoughtful guidance, creative strategy, and deep local expertise.”

The new brand also comes at a defining moment in the industry. As national firms consolidate and local identity becomes rare, Reverie stands proudly independent — a woman-owned boutique brokerage with a track record that speaks for itself:

  • Over $1 billion in career sales

  • Named Best of DC by Washington City Paper

  • Named Best of Washingtonian by Washingtonian Magazine

  • 400+ five-star Google reviews from happy clients

Rooted in Connection, Built on Strategy

At its core, Reverie Residential is about more than real estate — it’s about how home shapes life. The firm’s tagline, For Dreams Well Lived, reflects its belief that every home should support the way its owners want to live — now and in the future.

Reverie’s approach blends creativity and clarity through four guiding pillars that shape every client experience:

  • Creative Approach: Where dreams meet strategy.

  • Lifestyle Lens: Transformations over transactions.

  • Personalized Support: A real estate experience designed for you.

  • Hyper-Connected: Deep roots in DC, Northern Virginia, and Maryland.

Standing Apart in a Time of Change

“In an industry dominated by mergers and acquisitions, staying independent isn’t just a choice — it’s a commitment,” Dreyer said. “We’ve built something intentionally personal and enduring. Reverie is a space where both clients and agents can pursue their goals with confidence and care.”

The launch of Reverie Residential reaffirms the firm’s mission to pair creative thinking with strategic execution, offering a deeply human approach to buying and selling homes in one of the nation’s most competitive markets.

About Reverie Residential

Reverie Residential is an independent, woman-owned real estate brokerage serving the Metro DC area — including Washington DC, Arlington, Alexandria, and Maryland’s surrounding suburbs. Founded by Lindsay Dreyer, Reverie has achieved over $1 billion in career sales, earned recognition as Best of DC and Best of Washingtonian, and amassed 400+ five-star Google reviews.

Blending creative insight with strategic expertise, Reverie helps clients design lives they love — one home at a time. Rooted in connection and guided by purpose, Reverie Residential is where dreams meet strategy — and where possibility finds its place.