5.1 out of 10

Bowie

38.960398559738 -76.7420585222678
Great for
  • Parking
  • Cost of Living
  • Internet Access
  • Public Transport
  • Shopping Options
Not great for
  • Medical Facilities
  • Nightlife
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Who lives here?
  • Professionals
  • Singles
  • Families with kids
  • Retirees
  • LGBT+

Reviews

3/5 rating details
  • Neighborly Spirit 2/5
  • Safe & Sound 1/5
  • Clean & Green 2/5
  • Pest Free 3/5
  • Peace & Quiet 1/5
  • Eating Out 3/5
  • Nightlife 1/5
  • Parks & Recreation 3/5
  • Shopping Options 4/5
  • Gym & Fitness 3/5
  • Internet Access 4/5
  • Lack of Traffic 2/5
  • Parking 5/5
  • Cost of Living 4/5
  • Resale or Rental Value 2/5
  • Public Transport 4/5
  • Medical Facilities 1/5
  • Schools 2/5
  • Childcare 3/5
2yrs+

"A city in transition"

Pros
  • Commutable to DC and Baltimore
  • Shopping, movies, restaurants all within city limits
Cons
  • Rapid decline in property values since 2008; very hard hit
Recommended for
  • Professionals
  • Singles
  • Families with kids
  • LGBT+

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