Market Overview
Bowie's median sold price is $505K with homes averaging 38 days on market; Burke is at $660K and 20 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). Burke is pricier ($660K median vs $505K), a difference of about $155K. Burke moves faster, with homes averaging 20 days on market compared to 38 in Bowie. Bowie offers a lower entry point at $200K–$900K.
Bowie
MD
Burke
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Aug 2026
$505K
$660K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Aug 2026
38 days
20 days
Price Range
$200K–$900K
$235K–$1.8M
Notable Neighborhoods
Bowie Town Center, Collington, Northview, Pointer Ridge
Burke Centre, Burke Station Square, Longwood Knolls, Cherry Run
Schools
Bowie has a 75% average SOL pass rate; Burke has 86% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Bowie include Bowie High School and Eleanor Roosevelt High School; in Burke, Lake Braddock Secondary School and Robinson Secondary School. See Bowie schools | See Burke schools
Bowie
MD
Burke
VA
Avg Pass Rate
75%
86%
Public schools
Bowie High School, Eleanor Roosevelt High School, Benjamin Tasker Middle School
Lake Braddock Secondary School, Robinson Secondary School, White Oaks Elementary
These are district-wide assessment results. Verify current school assignments, boundaries, and programs with each local district for a specific address.
Commute
Burke is closer to downtown at ~35 minutes vs ~35 minutes. Neither city has direct Metro access. Major highway access: Bowie (Rt 50, Rt 301, I-495), Burke (I-495, Rt 123, Burke Centre Pkwy).
Bowie
MD
Burke
VA
Drive to Downtown
~35 min
~35 min
Metro Stations
No Metro access
No Metro access
Metro Lines
N/A
N/A
Major Highways
Rt 50, Rt 301, I-495
I-495, Rt 123, Burke Centre Pkwy
Commuter Rail
MARC (Penn Line)
VRE (Burke Centre station)
Property Tax
On a $505K home in Bowie, you would pay ~$6,454/yr in property tax. In Burke, a $660K home costs ~$7,326/yr. Burke has the lower rate at $1.110 per $100 of assessed value.
Bowie
MD
Burke
VA
Rate per $100
$1.278
$1.110
Est. Annual Tax
Based on median home price
$6,454/yr
$7,326/yr
Notes
Prince George's County rate
Fairfax County rate
Walkability
Burke is more walkable with a Walk Score of 22 (Almost All Errands Require a Car), compared to 22 in Bowie. Transit scores: Bowie (15) vs Burke (15). Walkability varies significantly by neighborhood. Urban corridors like Bowie Town Center and Burke Centre score much higher than suburban areas.
Bowie
MD
Burke
VA
Walk Score
Transit Score
15
15
Bike Score
25
25
Reported Crime Data
The cited public datasets report city-level violent- and property-crime rates for Bowie and Burke. These historical figures do not describe a specific address or predict an individual's experience. Review the source period and local agency information for current context.
Bowie
MD
Burke
VA
Reported Violent Crime
1.5/1K
0.5/1K
Reported Property Crime
16.2/1K
8.2/1K
MD
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bowie or Burke more affordable?
Bowie is more affordable with a median sold price of $505K, compared to $660K in Burke (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). Both cities offer a wide range of housing options, from condos and townhomes to single-family homes. Bowie prices range from $200K–$900K. Burke prices range from $235K–$1.8M.
What are the public-school pass rates in Bowie and Burke?
Bowie public schools have a 75% average SOL pass rate; Burke has 86% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Bowie include Bowie High School and Eleanor Roosevelt High School; in Burke, Lake Braddock Secondary School and Robinson Secondary School. Pass rates reflect district-wide assessment results; check the specific assigned schools for any address.
Which is easier to commute from, Bowie or Burke?
Burke has the shorter commute to downtown at ~35 minutes vs ~35 minutes. Bowie has no direct Metro access. Burke has no direct Metro access.
What are property taxes in Bowie vs Burke?
Bowie has a property tax rate of $1.278 per $100 (~$6,454/yr on a $505K home). Burke's rate is $1.110 per $100 (~$7,326/yr on a $660K home). Tax rates are set annually by each locality.
How do Bowie and Burke compare?
Bowie is one of the largest cities in Prince George's County, offering spacious homes, strong community programs, and convenient access to D. Burke is a well-established Fairfax County community known for Burke Lake Park and tree-lined neighborhoods. The right choice depends on your priorities: budget, commute length, home types, and neighborhood feel. smover lets you compare agent profiles and available transaction records in either city.
Median sold prices and days on market are 12-month aggregates of settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026. School data from Virginia DOE, Maryland MSDE, and DC OSSE public reports. Property tax rates from Virginia Dept. of Taxation (2024). Walkability scores from Walk Score (2024). Crime data from FBI UCR and Virginia State Police (2023). Commute times are approximate rush-hour estimates. Updated September 2026.