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).
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