Bellewood, Bowie, MD
Bellewood — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide
Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for Bellewood, Bowie, Maryland. Data sourced from U.S. Census Bureau, FFIEC HMDA mortgage records, and the Maryland Real Estate Commission (MREC) licensing database.
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Bellewood Neighborhood Overview
Overview
Bellewood is a well-established, family-friendly neighborhood in the heart of Bowie, Maryland. Known for its quiet, tree-lined streets and strong sense of community, it offers a suburban retreat with convenient access to major commuter routes and the wider D.C. metro area.
Housing & Real Estate
The neighborhood primarily features a mix of spacious single-family homes built from the 1960s onward, many on large, wooded lots. With a median home value around $358,000, Bellewood represents a more affordable entry point into the desirable Bowie housing market.
Schools & Education
Families in Bellewood are served by the highly-regarded Prince George's County Public School system. The neighborhood is zoned for strong schools like Heather Hills Elementary and Samuel Ogle Middle School, which are key draws for residents.
Parks & Recreation
Residents enjoy easy access to local amenities like the Bellewood Playground and are just minutes from major Bowie parks like Allen Pond. The community's proximity to the Bowie Baysox stadium and the Bowie Ice Arena provides ample options for sports and entertainment.
Local Dining & Shopping
While primarily residential, Bellewood is conveniently located near major retail corridors like Route 197 and Route 450. Residents have quick access to a variety of shopping centers, grocery stores, and restaurants ranging from casual eateries to national chains.
Who Lives Here
Bellewood is a neighborhood of established families, professionals, and long-term residents. The area's median household income of approximately $115,742 reflects a stable, middle-to-upper-middle class community with a high rate of homeownership.
Bellewood Market Data
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Median Home Price | $358K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Gross Rent | $2K/mo | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Household Income | $116K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Homeownership Rate | 79.5% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Renter-Occupied | 20.5% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Rental Vacancy Rate | 1.3% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Market Type | Seller's | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Primary ZIP Code | 20601 |
Top Real Estate Agents in Bellewood, Bowie
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Data Provenance
- State Licensing: Maryland Real Estate Commission (MREC) — nightly license verification
- Consumer Ratings: Zillow Consumer Reviews — 24-month rolling window
- Transaction Records: MLS Transaction Data — 3-year performance window
- Housing & Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2022
- Neighborhood Catalog: Top10Lists.us neighborhood database, sourced from OpenStreetMap / Redfin — last updated 2026-04-17