Why Live in Northview
Northview in Bowie, MD, features curving streets lined with shaded lawns and a mix of ranch-style homes, Colonial Revivals, split-levels, and Cape Cods, primarily built in the 1970s and '80s. The neighborhood is close to popular green spaces like Allen Pond Park, where residents enjoy walking trails, fishing, paddle boating, and picnicking. The park also includes a playground, skate park, and basketball court, and hosts the annual Bowiefest with live music and local vendors. Nearby, the Bowie Ice Arena offers skating lessons and recreational hockey, while the Bowie Dog Park provides off-leash areas for dogs. Less than 3 miles away, Prince George’s Stadium is home to the Chesapeake Baysox minor league baseball team, known for their summer fireworks. Northview is about a mile from Bowie Town Center, a major shopping and dining hub with chain and regional restaurants, retailers like Macy’s and Barnes & Noble, and a Safeway for groceries. The UM Bowie Health Center is also nearby. The neighborhood has some sidewalks and is served by Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority buses. Its central location is convenient for commuters, with U.S. Route 50 providing direct access to Washington, D.C. (20 miles southwest), Annapolis (16 miles northeast), and Baltimore (30 miles north).
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Northview a good place to live?
Northview is a good place to live. Northview is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with minimal transit options. Northview has 2 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 45. The average household income is $118,155 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 49.2% of residents. A majority of residents in Northview are home owners, with 37.2% of residents renting and 62.8% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Northview can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Northview neighborhood guide.
Is Northview, MD a safe neighborhood?
Northview, 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 Northview?
The median home price in Northview is $440,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $88,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,280 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $98K a year to afford the median home price in Northview. The average household income in Northview is $118K.
What are the best public schools in Northview?
The best public schools that serve Northview are:
What are the best private schools in Northview?
The best private schools that serve Northview are:
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Are home prices dropping in Northview?
Yes, home prices in Northview are down 14% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Northview, MD
On average, homes in Northview, Bowie sell after 41 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Northview, Bowie over the last 12 months is $430,000, up 17% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$430,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$424,999
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$430,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$338
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
11
Median List Price
$440,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
17%