Why Live in Meadowbrook
Meadowbrook is a quiet residential neighborhood in Bowie, Maryland, known for its mature oak and maple trees. Picturesque thoroughfares such as Moylan Drive and Madeley Lane wind through the community, offering an appealing, walkable setting.
Residents can enjoy Meadowbrook Park's amenities, which feature shaded tennis courts, a nature-themed playground and a walking trail nestled among boulders and trees. Just minutes away is the Belair Swim & Racquet Club, which features a pool, courts for tennis and pickleball and a full calendar of social events.
The Bowie Farmers Market, held seasonally at Bowie High School, features local produce, crafts, and family-friendly activities like yoga and petting zoos. Cultural enrichment is also close by at the Bowie Branch Library and the Bowie Center for the Performing Arts, which hosts concerts, comedy shows, and summer camps.
Bowie Town Center, about 3 miles away, features more than 70 stores, including Macy's, Barnes & Noble and Safeway. Near the retail center is Prince George’s Stadium, home of the Chesapeake Baysox, a popular minor-league baseball team.
The stadium is just off U.S. Route 50, a travel corridor that offers convenient access to Washington, D.C., Annapolis and Baltimore.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Meadowbrook a good place to live?
Meadowbrook is a good place to live. Meadowbrook is considered car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with minimal transit options. Meadowbrook has 1 park for recreational activities. It has a median age of 45. The average household income is $138,275 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 42.5% of residents. A majority of residents in Meadowbrook are home owners, with 12.5% of residents renting and 87.5% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Meadowbrook can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Meadowbrook neighborhood guide.
Is Meadowbrook, MD a safe neighborhood?
Meadowbrook, MD is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 3 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Meadowbrook?
The median home price in Meadowbrook is $480,450. If you put a 20% down payment of $96,100 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.19%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,350 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $101K a year to afford the median home price in Meadowbrook. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Meadowbrook is $138K.
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Home Trends in Meadowbrook, MD
On average, homes in Meadowbrook, Bowie sell after 21 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Meadowbrook, Bowie over the last 12 months is $475,000, down 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$475,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$480,450
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$259
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Last 12 months Home Sales
29
Median List Price
$480,450
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-1%