Old Town Bowie, Bowie, MD
Old Town Bowie — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide
Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for Old Town Bowie, 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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Old Town Bowie Neighborhood Overview
Overview
Old Town Bowie is the historic heart of Bowie, Maryland, offering a charming blend of past and present. This walkable neighborhood features well-preserved early 20th-century architecture alongside modern conveniences, centered around the historic Bowie Railroad Station.
Housing & Real Estate
The housing stock is a distinctive mix of historic bungalows, Cape Cods, and Victorian-style homes, alongside newer townhomes and condominiums. With a median home value of approximately $421,000, it provides a more accessible entry point to the Bowie market compared to some of the city's larger suburban developments.
Schools & Education
Families are served by Prince George's County Public Schools, with local schools including Heather Hills Elementary and Samuel Ogle Middle School. The neighborhood's central location also provides convenient access to several highly-regarded public and private school options throughout the city.
Parks & Recreation
Residents enjoy easy access to Allen Pond Park, a 85-acre community hub featuring sports fields, playgrounds, a boating lake, and an amphitheater. The neighborhood itself is very walkable, with tree-lined streets and proximity to the Bowie Town Center's recreational facilities.
Local Dining & Shopping
The commercial spine along Chestnut Avenue and Annapolis Road offers a variety of local eateries, cafes, and unique small businesses. For broader retail needs, the nearby Bowie Town Center provides major stores, while the weekly Bowie Farmers Market is a popular community event.
Who Lives Here
Old Town Bowie attracts a diverse mix of young professionals, families, and long-time residents who appreciate its historic character and sense of community. The neighborhood has a median household income of around $80,569, reflecting its middle- to upper-middle-class demographic.
Old Town Bowie Market Data
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Median Home Price | $498K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Gross Rent | $3K/mo | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Household Income | $159K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Homeownership Rate | 93.9% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Renter-Occupied | 6.1% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Rental Vacancy Rate | 5.1% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Market Type | Balanced | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Primary ZIP Code | 20720 |
Top Real Estate Agents in Old Town Bowie, 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 2026-04-19