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Baltimore and D.C. are a quick drive from Buckingham
Bounded by Bowie’s largest green space and several highways, Buckingham offers a lush setting and commuter convenience. Locals can walk to Whitemarsh Park, where they’ll find forested hiking trails, sports facilities and a community theater. Washington, D.C., is less than a 20-mile drive west on U.S. Route 50, while a 30-mile drive north on Maryland state Route 3 leads to Baltimore. Stephanie Cooper, a Realtor with RLAH Real Estate who has sold several homes in the neighborhood, says this location is what attracts homebuyers. “It’s the perfect place if you have to work in both cities.” But even with these busy commuter routes, Cooper adds that Bowie maintains a peaceful feel. “Houses sit on nicely sized lots, and some kids walk to school. It’s a very quiet little suburb, even though the highways are nearby.”
Bowie has all the amenities you could want just around the corner.
Whitemarsh Park features a variety of recreational activities for Bowie residents.
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Buckingham has midcentury homes on quarter-acre lots
Houses built throughout the 1960s dot Buckingham’s cracked, asphalt streets. Cape Cod cottages, Colonial Revivals and ranch styles in red brick and beige vinyl often sit on quarter-acre lots. White oak and red maple shade trees are common, and houses usually have three to four bedrooms and attached garages. Prices tend to be similar to Bowie’s average $500,000 selling price. Buying here can cost between $415,000 and $550,000.
Ranch homes in Buckingham have plenty of space for smaller families.
Traditional Cape Cod home are the middle sized homes in Buckingham.
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Football, hiking and a community theater at Whitemarsh Park
Locals can walk along Storybrook Drive to reach the 182-acre Whitemarsh Park on the neighborhood’s northern end. “Whitemarsh is where a lot of kids play sports, so it’s nice for parents in Buckingham to be able to walk there,” Cooper says. Bats crack as little leagues play on the park’s softball diamond, and referees blow whistles during football games on the turf field. Nearly 2 miles of trailway stretch under beech and sycamore trees and pass by the park’s namesake creek. Kids can run around on the playground, which has a slide structure shaped like a football helmet and a swing set made of lacrosse sticks. The 150-seat Bowie Playhouse is at the park's core. It hosts two community theater groups: 2nd Star Productions and Bowie Community Theatre. Past performances include “Hairspray,” “The Sound of Music” and “A Christmas Carol.” Locals can also walk to Buckingham Park, a 10-acre green space on Barberry Lane with another baseball diamond and a small playground.
A mile west of the neighborhood, Belair Mansion was once the 18th-century estate and tobacco plantation of Maryland Governor Samuel Ogle. Today, the Georgian-style mansion is a museum where visitors can tour its antique furniture and walk the grounds, home to the original horse stables of two Triple Crown champions. The mansion has a featured exhibit titled “African-American Slaves at Belair” that tells the stories of the resistance of those who were enslaved there.
Buckingham Park, Bowie, Md.
The Belair Mansion is a popular attraction for those visiting Bowie and the local community.
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Prince George’s County Public Schools are within walking distance
Children can attend Kenilworth Elementary School, Benjamin Tasker Middle School and Bowie High School, all earning B-minus grades from Niche. The high school offers Career and Technical Education pathway programs in fields like teaching, construction design management and architecture and design. Each school is within a mile and a half of Buckingham, putting them within Prince George’s County Public Schools’ walking zone. Bowie State University is less than 5 miles north of the neighborhood.
Kenilworth Elementary School in Bowie Md. is rated a B- on Niche.
Benjamin Tasker Middle School in Bowie has a student-teacher ratio of 17 to 1.
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Easy access to U.S. Route 50 and Maryland state Route 3
Though locals can walk to parks and schools, Buckingham is a car-dependent community. U.S. Route 50 is just south of the neighborhood. An 18-mile drive west on the highway leads to Washington. Maryland state Route 3 on the neighborhood’s eastern edge leads to Baltimore, with a 30-mile drive north. Depending on traffic, driving to D.C. or Baltimore can both take 45 minutes to an hour. The neighborhood also has several Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority bus stops. A Maryland Area Regional Commuter train station is less than 5 miles north at Bowie State University. It follows the Penn Line, reaching downtown D.C. in 30 minutes. Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport is 20 miles west, while the Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport is just as close to the north.
Catch the Marc Train at Bowie State to get just about anywhere.
Route 50 runs from New York Avenue in DC to Ocean City, through the middle of Bowie.
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Nearby grocery stores and more shopping at Bowie Town Center
Several chain retailers anchor the Free State Shopping Center, less than a mile north of the neighborhood on Annapolis Road. Shoppers can grab groceries at Harris Teeter or Giant. There’s also a T.J. Maxx, Five Below and Petco. Restaurants include fast-food places, like Chick-fil-A and Taco Bell, and a few local options. Red booths fill Anthony’s NY Pizza & Pasta House, while pastel-colored macarons and cheesecake slices sit in the glass case at The Dessert Junkie. But even with these nearby conveniences, Cooper says locals still drive 4 miles south to Bowie Town Center. “It’s the only mall in the city, and there’s not a downtown area in Bowie, so everything shopping and dining related happens at the town center.” The open-air shopping center has over 70 stores, including Macy’s, Best Buy and Barnes & Noble.
The University of Maryland Bowie Health Center is less than 3 miles southwest of the neighborhood.
Giant Food grocery store in Buckingham has great produce and meats.
Buckingham has shopping that you can ride your bike to.
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Parks in this Area
Buckingham Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Bike Trails
Transit
Airport
Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall
35 min drive
Bus
Buckingham Dr & Barrister Ln
Bus
Buckingham Dr & Babbitt Ln
Bus
Stonybrook Dr & Shetland Ln
Bus
Buckingham Dr & Belair Dr
Bus
Buckingham Dr & Beaverdale Ln
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Buckingham Dr & Bradford Ln
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Stonybrook Dr & Brunswick Ln
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Buckingham
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
2
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
2
4
Larceny
2
4
Crime Score
2
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Buckingham Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Buckingham, Bowie sell after 19 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Buckingham, Bowie over the last 12 months is $512,500, up 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Charming Comfort with a Splash of FunWelcome to your sunny slice of home ownership in the sought-after community of Buckingham at Belair – Bowie! This freshly painted home is full of good vibes and great spaces, starting with brand new carpeting in all three upstairs bedrooms. The primary suite has its own private bath with a walk-in shower, while the other two bedrooms share a full hall
Welcome to this inviting sought after Country Clubber in the Heart of Belair Bowie. Featuring 5 Oversized Bedrooms and 4 Full Bathrooms this home has been Freshly Remolded from top to bottom. The main level has a beautiful Living room with Wood burning Fireplace that flows into a Gorgeous Brand New Kitchen highlighted with Stone Counters and Stainless appliances. The 2 Bedrooms on the Main
Just in time for summer - enjoy the beautiful inground pool and hang out on the spacious deck or sunroom off the kitchen. Great outdoor entertaining space! Shed with windows and its own deck rounds out the outdoor living space. Lawn equipment (mower, trimmers, garden tools) convey. Freshly painted, updated kitchen and baths, main level bedrooms, wood burning fireplace in living room, furnace
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,517
Median Age
46
Population under 18
21%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
22.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$142,818
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$157,993
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
98%
College Graduates
43.9%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
24.8%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
74.6%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
42''
Average Winter Low Temperature
25°F
Average Summer High Temperature
87°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
28/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
14/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
20/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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