$645,255Average Value$198Average Price per Sq Ft6Homes For Sale
Between Patuxent Refuge and the city of Bowie
Jericho Park is a blooming, 60-acre park at the north end of Prince George's County, Maryland, flanked by midcentury suburban homes and new construction. The neighborhood is also home to Bowie State University, Maryland's oldest HBCU, founded before the end of the Civil War. Three miles from downtown Bowie, Jericho Park serves as something of a middle ground between the city's suburban retain and the natural parks along the Patuxent River. "It's a nice area, very picturesque. I often take my dog to Cash Lake to walk," says Will Stein, a Bowie local and Realtor with Compass. "To be so close to D.C. and close to greenery is quite rare, and people here value that."
Large two-story craftsman style homes with spacious yards are also a common home style.
Take a hike at Patuxent Research Refuge, known for its vast tracts of wilderness.
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Suburban homes beside acres of parklands
Housing developments are filled with colonials and contemporary farmhouse-style single-family houses, often featuring attached front-facing garages, open floor plans and updated kitchens with add-ons like center islands and granite countertops. "In my opinion, the consensus is not to build multi-family properties and to keep developments smaller so it doesn't encroach on the park," says Tamara Whitehurst, a real estate agent with Canzell Realty with 4 years of experience serving Maryland. Home prices range from $365,000 to $1 million, varying by lot size and square footage. Custom-built options are available in subdivisions like Saddlebrook, where sale prices run from $650,000 to $715,000. Split-level and ranch-style homes from the 1960s are listed between $450,000 and $550,000, and vacant lots for buyers who want to design and build their own homes go on the market anywhere from $70,000 to $110,000. "Custom homes are usually built with the land lots here, and homes that are multi-generational or two homes on a lot are permitted. People are afforded privacy, which is appealing," says Stein.
A row of brick colonial revival homes on Oval Ln in Jericho.
Single-story craftsman homes are also common through out Jericho Park.
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Folks fish at Cash Lake or play sports at Jericho Park
At the center of the neighborhood, the more-than-60-acre Jericho Park provides the community with a tournament baseball field, a multipurpose court and a playground. Part of the paved Washington Baltimore and Annapolis trail connects to the neighborhood, as well, running from Odenton to the Patuxent River along an abandoned railway line. To the north, the Patuxent Research Refuge and Center, founded by President Franklin Roosevelt, has 13,000 acres of preserved forest, meadow and wetlands that serve as a habitat for birds, pollinators and other wildlife. Though visitors can access locales like Cash Lake and Cash Fishing Area within the refuge, anglers need a permit before casting their lines. The preserve also has more than 20 miles of trails available for hiking and biking. When not used by the public, researchers conduct studies on thousands of native species.
Jericho Park is also a couple miles from Bowie Racetrack, which hosted horse races from 1914 to 1985 and then was a training facility until 2015. "Maryland used to be very big on thoroughbred racing, and Bowie has been one of the three centers for that in the state," says Stein. The city of Bowie will take ownership of the track by the end of 2024, and there are ongoing discussions between the community and city council as to what to do with the land.
Jericho Park has a playground and baseball fields.
Jericho is defined by its proximity to green space like Patuxent Research Refuge.
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Plenty of Bowie options for food and retail
Residents can reach Bowie Town Center in about 15 minutes and shop at retailers such as Macy's or Best Buy. Closer to home are strip malls like Free State Shopping Center, which has a Giant, Aldi, Mom's Organic Market and T.J. Maxx. For a night out, there are a few local restaurants in Bowie, including Ruby's Soul Food Kitchen, which serves classics like shrimp and grits and chicken and waffles. Ruby's also has a "Secret Supper Experience," where patrons can reserve tables for a private dining event with a special family-style menu in a unique venue.
Bowie Town Center is just south of Jericho Park and is full of big box stores.
Jericho Park residents can go grocery shopping at Mom's Organic Market.
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The neighborhood hosts Bowie State University
Prince George's County Public Schools serves the Jericho Park area's students. Kids can attend Rockledge Elementary, rated an A-minus by Niche, and then Samuel Ogle Middle School and Bowie High School, which both get B-minus ratings. Ogle Middle School is known for its vocal music program and green initiatives like the school recycling program.
Bowie State University, a public, historically Black university, was originally established in 1865 and moved to land known then as Jericho Farm by the early 1900s. The expansive campus now greatly influences the surrounding area, thanks to its student population of over 6,000 and facilities like the Fine & Performing Arts Center, the Bulldog Stadium and the A.C. Jordan Arena.
Bowie High School gets a B- from Niche and serves Jericho Park's oldest leaners.
Bowie State University is Maryland’s oldest historically Black university.
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Commuting to D.C., Annapolis and Baltimore
On U.S. Route 50, commuters can drive 20 miles west to D.C. or 22 miles east to Annapolis. Baltimore is 30 miles north along Interstate 295, also called the Baltimore-Washington Parkway. Bowie State University's train station offers Amtrak and MARC trains, which travel through Maryland and major cities along the East Coast. "Most folks drive to the Metro for work; it's not as available as in other cities around the county, though," says Whitehurst. Locals will likely drive 9 miles to the New Carrollton Metro station for Orange Line access through D.C., Maryland and Virginia.
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Parks in this Area
Jericho Park
Baseball/Softball
Bike Trails
Trails
Horsepen Branch Park
Bike Trails
Picnic Area
Skateboard
Saddlebrook East Community Park
Football
Soccer
Trails
Washington, Baltimore, and Annapolis Trail
Bike Trails
Trails
Hiking
Patuxent Research Refuge
Bike Trails
Fishing
Lake
Goddard Softball Fields
Baseball/Softball
Parking Lot
Transit
Airport
Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall
31 min drive
Bus
Bowie State University & Thurgood Marshall Librar
Bus
Greenbelt Rd & Good Luck Rd
Bus
Greenbelt Rd & Vandenberg Ct
Bus
Bowie State University & Marlin Luther King Jr Ce
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Jericho Park
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
1
4
Burglary
1
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
1
4
Larceny
1
4
Crime Score
1
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Jericho Park, Bowie sell after 29 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Jericho Park, Bowie over the last 12 months is $714,635, up 30% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Ideal for your dream home or as an investment.Public Water Source: Within 50 ft; Public Sewer: Within 50 ft. Lots 54, 55, 56, & 57, totaling 0.21 acres and zoned RSF-65. No HOA. Percolation test on record. Boundary survey, floor plans, structural plans, and grading plans are available. The seller can assist with obtaining building permits for an additional cost. Conveniently located near Bowie
Nestled in the heart of Bowie and literally walking distance to Bowie State University, this rare 8-acre parcel offers an idyllic setting for your dream residence or a visionary development. Zoned for residential, this land holds the opportunity to build your dream. Envision a family farm, a luxury estate, or explore subdividing options for a boutique community. The choice is yours, with
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
2,476
Median Age
30
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
27.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
12.8%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$152,419
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$174,638
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
92.4%
College Graduates
43.5%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
20.3%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
66.2%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
42''
Average Winter Low Temperature
25°F
Average Summer High Temperature
87°F
Annual Snowfall
15''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
21/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
6/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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