Why Live in Grovehurst
Grovehurst in Bowie features homes primarily built in the 1990s, with Colonial Revival and New Traditional styles made of brick and vinyl. These houses, typically with four to five bedrooms and attached garages, sit on quarter-to-half-acre lots adjacent to hardwood forests. The neighborhood is small, with only two homes sold in the past five years. Local attractions include Six Flags America and Hurricane Harbor waterpark, located less than 2 miles west, offering over 50 rides and seasonal passes. For outdoor enthusiasts, the semi-private Oak Creek Golf Club and Liberty Sports Parks are 2 miles south, while the 840-acre Watkins Regional Park, less than 4 miles west, provides campgrounds, hiking trails, and a historic carousel. The South Bowie Branch Library, about a mile east, hosts regular events for children. Shopping needs are met at Collington Plaza, 5 miles northeast, featuring a Walmart Supercenter and Giant, along with Bowie Town Center's 70 stores. Central Avenue connects Grovehurst to Interstate 495 and U.S. Route 50, making Washington, D.C., a 20-mile drive west and Baltimore 30 miles north. The Bowie State University MARC station, 9 miles north, offers additional commuting options. Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport is 24 miles west, and Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport is 31 miles north. The University of Maryland Bowie Health Center is less than 5 miles north.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Grovehurst a good place to live?
Grovehurst is a good place to live. Grovehurst is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with some transit options. Grovehurst is a neighborhood with a crime score of 1, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Grovehurst has 1 park for recreational activities. It has a median age of 47. The average household income is $205,887 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 57.4% of residents. A majority of residents in Grovehurst are home owners, with 4% of residents renting and 96% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Grovehurst can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Grovehurst neighborhood guide.
Is Grovehurst, MD a safe neighborhood?
Grovehurst, MD is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 1 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Grovehurst?
The median home price in Grovehurst is $710,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $142,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.5%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $3,590 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $154K a year to afford the median home price in Grovehurst. The average household income in Grovehurst is $206K.
What are the best public schools in Grovehurst?
The best public schools that serve Grovehurst are:
What are the best private schools in Grovehurst?
The best private schools that serve Grovehurst are:
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Are home prices dropping in Grovehurst?
Yes, home prices in Grovehurst are down 4% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Grovehurst, MD
On average, homes in Grovehurst, Bowie sell after 33 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Grovehurst, Bowie over the last 12 months is $714,500, down 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$714,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$710,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$170
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
2
Median List Price
$710,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-4%