Most notable for its association with Bowling Green State University, this college town located 20 miles outside Toledo got its start when locals struck oil in the late 19th century. Named after its counterpart in Kentucky, Bowling Green, Ohio, flourishes with college spirit and rural culture. Rebecca O’Hare, office assistant at the Bowling Green Chamber of Commerce says, “BGSU is a huge draw for the city, but the true charm is found in Bowling Green’s community events, small-town feel and endless opportunities.” A prime spot for commuters, young professionals and Falcons fans, Bowling Green’s 30,000 residents refer to their community affectionately as BG. The community also stands out for its strong school district, college sporting events and attractions like the annual National Tractor Pulling Championship.
The centrally located Student Union of BGSU is the perfect spot for students to study.
Carter Historic Farm in Bowling Green is a working farm that is true to a farm from the 1930's.
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Cozy suburban streets with older homes
The median single-family home price is $295,000, compared to Toledo’s median of $124,000 and the national median of $412,000. Most homes are priced somewhere in between $80,000 and $600,0000. Options include newly manufactured homes, mid-century apartments and bungalows, early-2000s contemporaries and wood-frame homes from the turn of the 20th century. Most streets are lined with sidewalks, and yards are shaded by old-growth trees. Some parts of the city have high flood risks.
Midwest Ohio offers an affordable options for housing in Bowling Green.
The quaint community of Bowling Green offers unique home experiences.
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International cuisine and plenty of bars
West Wooster Street is lined with franchise and local dining options that are frequented by both locals and college students. “The downtown has had a big resurgence in the past 5 years,” says Realtor Matthew Watson, who sells homes in the city with RE/MAX Preferred Associates. “There’s great restaurants and a vibrant bar scene.” Kabob It maintains a laid-back collegiate vibe and serves Mediterranean cuisine. For craft beer, cheese-smothered bar food and games of beer pong on the patio, Ziggy’s is a popular spot. Big-box retailers line Main Street.
Local music is an essential part of the community in Bowling Green.
Kabob It is a hot spot for college students to grab Mediterranean cuisine in Bowling Green.
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High marks for the Bowling Green City School District
The Bowling Green City School District has a B Niche rating and math and reading proficiencies that surpass state averages. The district has three public elementary schools and one middle school that feed into Bowling Green High, which has a 97% graduation rate and a program that allows students to earn college credits at Bowling Green State University and the University of Toledo.
Bowling Green High School home of the Bobcats in Bowling Green has approximately 900 students.
The BGSU campus has a wonderful layout that can be viewed in these areal shots.
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Neighborhood parks and a few remaining acres of the Black Swamp Preserve
The city maintains multiple parks where residents can play sports, take their kids to playgrounds and walk pets. For an afternoon on the fairways, there are several public golf courses. The Black Swamp Preserve is home to some of the last acres of the swamp that once covered most of the area before it was drained in the 1800s for farming.
Simpson Garden Park located in Bowling Green displays gorgeously organized gardens.
A beautiful theater stage is a historic site at City Park in Bowling Green.
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Seasonal events, like the National Tractor Pulling Championship
Sporting events at Bowling Green State University are a significant source of entertainment for locals. The Falcons, as Bowling Green’s teams are known, compete in the NCAA Division I as a part of the Mid-American Conference. Up to 24,000 football fans pack into Doyt L. Perry Stadium whenever the Falcons play their main rival, the University of Toledo Rockets. Other popular sports include basketball, baseball and hockey.
The National Tractor Pulling Championship, an annual three-day televised affair, roars to life in the mid-August heat. “People travel from all over the world to witness the revelry of these competitions all weekend long,” O’Hare says. The event hosts a myriad of competitions to test the mechanical might of the tractors but also includes live music and plenty of local vendors. The Black Swamp Arts Festival features three days of concerts and fine art shows downtown. This event is free to the public and is run entirely by volunteers.
BGSU has a lot of pride in Falcon football.
Black Swamp Arts Festival in Bowling Green is an annual festival of arts and music.
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Transportation around Bowling Green
Some residents commute to Toledo, which is 22 miles northeast via Interstate 75, which runs through Bowling Green. Jeep, General Electric, and ProMedica are among the city’s top employers. There are no regular bus routes, but B.G. Transit does have a demand-response bus service, and the university offers a shuttle service for students. The Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is 67 miles north via Interstate 75. Amateur pilots take off from Wood County Airport, which is owned by the county and classified for non-commercial use.
Crime
Bowling Green’s violent and nonviolent crime rates have decreased over the past 15 years. Violent and property crime rates in Bowling Green are lower than Toledo.
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