City Guide
Bowie, MD
Overview
Bowie, MD, is known for its horse racing track, Bowie Race Track. Bowie is home to around 60,000 residents, making it a smaller city in Maryland. An interesting fact about Bowie is that it used to be called Huntington City. It was later renamed in the honor of Governor Oden Bowie.
What’s it like to live in Bowie, MD ?
If you're looking to buy a home for sale in Bowie, MD you'll find that the median sale price is
$476,450
and homes stay on the market for 20 days. You'll find that the median sale prices of
a single family home and a condo/co-op in Bowie are $508,500
and $305,990
, respectively. Bowie area townhouses have a median sale price of $458,830
, making them less expensive
than single family homes. If you’re not ready to buy a home, consider one of the many apartments for rent in Bowie, MDExplore our Bowie housing market page for insights about how home values have changed over
the years and how Bowie home prices compare to other markets. Explore our Bowie rental market trends page for insights about how rental prices have changed and how Bowie rental prices compare to other rental markets. If you're curious about the most valuable home features in Bowie, or looking for a new home improvement project,
discover what home features and design trends may help increase your home's value.
Popular neighborhoods in and around Bowie
Neighborhood | Median Sale Price | Compete Score | Walk Score | Real Estate |
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Idlewild | -- | -- | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
Heather Hills | -- | -- | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
Collington | -- | -- | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
Glendale Heights | -- | -- | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
Essington | -- | -- | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
Popular homes for sale in Bowie
See all homes for saleRental listings in Bowie
See how much rent you can affordSee all rental listingsBowie Migration & Relocation Trends
In Feb '24 - Apr '24, 18% of Bowie homebuyers searched to move out of Bowie, while 82% looked to stay within the metropolitan area.
- Across the nation, 3% of homebuyers searched to move into Bowie from outside metros.
- New York homebuyers searched to move into Bowie more than any other metro followed by Hartford and Atlanta.
Where are people moving to Bowie from?
- 82% of Bowie homebuyers searched to stay within the Bowie metropolitan area.
- Salisbury was the most popular destination among Bowie homebuyers followed by Virginia Beach and Miami.
Where are people from Bowie moving to?
Number of People Moving to Bowie
least
most
People are moving to Bowie from
Inbound | Net inflow | ||
---|---|---|---|
Metros | Feb '24 - Apr '24 | ||
1 | 3,393 | ||
2 | 1,561 | ||
3 | 642 | ||
4 | 348 | ||
5 | 314 | ||
6 | 19 | ||
7 | 12 | ||
8 | 12 | ||
9 | 10 | ||
10 | 9 |
People are leaving Bowie for
Outbound | Net outflow | ||
---|---|---|---|
Metros | Feb '24 - Apr '24 | ||
1 | 4,468 | ||
2 | 2,447 | ||
3 | 1,942 | ||
4 | 1,579 | ||
5 | 1,486 | ||
6 | 1,371 | ||
7 | 1,288 | ||
8 | 1,272 | ||
9 | 947 | ||
10 | 832 |
Methodology
This data does not reflect actual moves. The latest migration analysis is based on a sample of about two
million Redfin.com users who searched for homes across more than 100 metro areas. To be included in this dataset, a Redfin.com user
must have viewed at least 10 homes in a three month period. This dataset excludes all rentals data.
What is there to do in Bowie, MD ?
There are countless great ways to spend your time in Bowie, MD, from enjoying local art, dining at some of the top restaurants in town, or spending time at a park. Some of the numerous museums you can visit include Belair Mansion, John Wayne Museum, and Radio & Television Museum, and are popular attractions amongst locals and tourists alike. Performing arts venues like Bowie Center for the Performing Arts and Boswell Hall are popular. The city is also known for its parks and green spaces like Allen Pond Park, White Marsh Park, just to name a few. You can even take your dog to play at the Bowie Dog Park. There are a variety of unique eateries and restaurants that appeal to every palette in the city. Don't miss out on popular spots like Three Brothers Italian Restaurant, China Chef Restaurant, and BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse.
Explore some of the best things to do in Bowie
What's the best way to get around Bowie, MD ?
The best way to get around Bowie is by car, but there are many methods for getting around the city. If you’re exploring the city by foot, Bowie has a walk score of 25, meaning this area is car dependent. Another way to get around the city is by public transportation. Bowie has a transit score of 24, and almost all errands require a car. Most bus stations and rail stations are located in 20715. You can also get around Bowie by bike. With a bike score of 38, there is a minimal amount of infrastructure for biking.
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
Bowie Transportation
Bus Station
Buses can be found throughout the city and are easily accessible to commute in the city.
Rail Station
Bowie has 1 heavy rail station; Bowie State MARC Station. This means you might be able to use heavy rail to commute or travel, depending on where you live and where you want to go.
Tram Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Metro Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Car & Bike Rentals
Renting a car is another good way to get around the city. There are 4 car rental locations.