Why Live in Kenilworth
Kenilworth, a neighborhood in Bowie, MD, is part of the historic Levittown communities, originally built to meet the housing demand during the Baby Boom. The area features a variety of home styles, including Cape Cods, bilevels, Colonial Revivals, and ramblers. The median single-family home price in Kenilworth is $475,000, which is 11% lower than the city's median. Residents enjoy proximity to several parks and community centers, such as Foxhill Park with its playground, walking trails, ball fields, and tennis courts, and the Bowie Community Center, which offers a fitness center, basketball court, and various classes. The Belair Bath & Tennis Club is also nearby, providing a pool and tennis courts for members. For shopping and dining, the Bowie Gateway Center and Bowie Town Center are convenient options, featuring stores like Target, Burlington, and Macy’s, as well as dining spots like Jerry’s Seafood, known for its "Crab Bomb." Commuters benefit from easy access to Route 50, which connects to D.C. (18 miles west) and Annapolis (15 miles east), while Baltimore is 28 miles north via Crain Highway. The Bowie State University Train Station, 6 miles north, offers MARC and Amtrak services. Public transportation is available with Metrobuses stopping along Kembridge Drive. The neighborhood is served by Prince George’s County Public Schools, with Kenilworth Elementary centrally located for a walkable commute.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Kenilworth a good place to live?
Kenilworth is a good place to live. Kenilworth is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with minimal transit options. Kenilworth is a neighborhood with a crime score of 2, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Kenilworth has 1 park for recreational activities. It has a median age of 45. The average household income is $136,979 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 47.8% of residents. A majority of residents in Kenilworth are home owners, with 9.7% of residents renting and 90.3% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Kenilworth can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Kenilworth neighborhood guide.
Is Kenilworth, MD a safe neighborhood?
Kenilworth, MD is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 2 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Kenilworth?
The median home price in Kenilworth is $585,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $117,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.72%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $3,030 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $130K a year to afford the median home price in Kenilworth. The average household income in Kenilworth is $137K.
What are the best public schools in Kenilworth?
The best public schools that serve Kenilworth are:
What are the best private schools in Kenilworth?
The best private schools that serve Kenilworth are:
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Are home prices dropping in Kenilworth?
Yes, home prices in Kenilworth are down 48% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Kenilworth, MD
On average, homes in Kenilworth, Bowie sell after 155 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Kenilworth, Bowie over the last 12 months is $120,000, down 73% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$120,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$409,997
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$590,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$210
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Last 12 months Home Sales
17
Median List Price
$585,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
13%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-73%