The small but established community of Idlewild is one of Bowie’s original suburbs, designed by Levitt Homes in the early 1960s. It’s a residential neighborhood with relatively affordable single-family homes that stretch for five blocks. “In Maryland, Prince George’s County is one of the more affordable areas, and Bowie is one of the more affordable cities in the county,” says Kyle McCarthy, a Realtor associate with Re/Max Leading Edge with over 40 years of experience. It’s also appealing because it's close to city green spaces like Whitemarsh Park, as well as retail in Bowie Town Center or dining options in neighboring Crofton.
A mid-century brick ranch home adjacent to a Cape Cod in Idlewild.
Though small, Idlewild is desirable for its proximity to urban centers like DC and Baltimore.
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Nearby retail and pho in Crofton
There are two strip malls just half a mile south of Idlewild, Hilltop Plaza and Free State Shopping Center. Hilltop features an Aldi and a Mom’s Organic Market for groceries, while Free State hosts a Giant supermarket and department stores like Ross and T.J. Maxx. Residents can head six miles south to shop at Bowie Town Center, the city’s largest mall, with more than 70 retailers, including Macy’s and Best Buy. “If you want to get out, you are 15-20 minutes from Annapolis and their spread of restaurants,” says McCarthy, “Crofton also has a ton of eateries that are popular.” Two miles east in Crofton are spots like Pho Saigon Noodle House, for Vietnamese pho soup and bubble tea.
Hilltop Plaza is just down the road from Idlewild and has big box stores, a grocery store and a fitness center.
Aldi has a location in the Hilltop Shopping Center and is the closest grocery store to Idlewild.
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'60s era Levitt homes in Idlewild
“The Levitt houses are Bowie's bread and butter and are usually priced from $450,000 to $600,000,” says McCarthy. Since Idlewild is made up of older Levitt homes from the '60s, they are priced lower than newer Bowie properties developed in the late 1990s and early 2000s. The median single-family home price in the neighborhood is $482,900, which is 10% lower than the city’s median price. Buyers will find brick ramblers, split-levels, and Cape Cods along neat suburban roads, with consistent sidewalks.
Like many of the surrounding planned communities, Idlewind consists mostly of split-levels, brick ranches and Cape Cods.
Most of the homes in Idlewild have large lawns and attached garages.
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Hiking and live theater at Whitemarsh Park
Folks can access the 3-mile Whitemarsh Park Trail just across the street from Hilltop Plaza. Hikers can explore the partially paved path through a dense forest and end up at Whitemarsh Park, with a picnic pavilion, playground and ball fields. Whitemarsh Park also hosts the Bowie Playhouse, an indoor theater that hosts plays year-round.
Whitemarsh Park has athletic fields and an indoor recreation center.
A kid learning to ride at Whitemarsh Park in next to Idlewild.
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Nearby Prince George's County schools
Prince George’s County Public Schools serve Idlewild for education. Students can attend Yorktown Elementary, Samuel Ogle Middle, and Bowie High School, all rated a B-minus on Niche. Samuel Ogle Middle School is a member of Maryland’s Green School Initiative, with a school recycling program and educating students in environmental sustainability as part of the regular curriculum.
Highly rated Yorktown elementary School in Bowie is Idlewild's closest elementary school.
Samuel Ogle Middle School in near Idlewild serves grades 6-8.
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Close to Annapolis, D.C. and Baltimore
Commuters can take U.S. Route 50 just 18 miles east to reach Annapolis or to Washington, D.C., after 22 miles west. Baltimore is a 27-mile drive north along Crain Highway, while the Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport is only 20 miles north and offers domestic and international flights. Locals can catch an Amtrak or a regional MARC train from the Bowie State University Train Station just 4 miles north, while Metrobuses stop along Race Track Road just outside the neighborhood.
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Transit
Airport
Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall
34 min drive
Bus
Race Track Rd & Marquette Ln
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Idlewild
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Idlewild, Bowie sell after 18 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Idlewild, Bowie over the last 12 months is $469,805, up 2% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Home Trends
Median Price (12 Mo)
$483,750
Median Single Family Price
$483,750
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$254
Last 12 months Home Sales
6
Median List Price
$483,750
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
2%
Home Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
211
Median Year Built
1966
Distribution of Home Values
Source: Public Records
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
538
Median Age
46
Population under 18
21.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
23.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$121,249
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$146,950
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
95.2%
College Graduates
43.4%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
21.6%
% Population in Labor Force
75.9%
Above the national average
65.1%
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®
32/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
42/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
19/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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