12306 Backus Dr, Bowie, MD 20720
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$555,100

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 28, 2026
  • 4 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • 2,020 sqft

12306 Backus Dr, Bowie, MD 20720

Home Highlights

Listed
11 days ago

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
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Home Details for 12306 Backus Dr

Days on Market

Days on Market: 11 days on Trulia

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1989
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Lot Information

Lot Area: 10454.4 sqft

Around this home

What Locals Say about Bowie

At least 480 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 90 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 87 % Say car is needed

  • 87 % Say parking is easy

  • 85 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 79 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 78 % Say it's quiet

  • 73 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 70 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 64 % Say there's wildlife

  • 64 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 57 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 55 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 55 % Say kids play outside

  • 48 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 43 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 39 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • LaKeshia L Contee
    "People letting their pets use the bathroom in your yard. And then they want to argue with you when you tell them you have chemicals and Lawn treatment on your lawn. Please don’t let their dogs use the bathroom in your yard."
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  • neighbor
    "I have lived here for over 20 years, and I appreciate how safe, welcoming, and family-oriented the area is. The neighborhood has grown over the years while maintaining its strong sense of community, which makes it a great place to call home."
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  • Kristin.mrozek
    "Tulip Grove Elementary School is newer and the teachers/staff are attentive and friendly. Our neighborhood makes me feel safe. "
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  • Rbsing12
    "Lived here almost 19 years. I love this quiet neighborhood. Close to stores and restaurants . There is a nice neighborhood park for children and basketball hoops "
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  • 8fcb7bhkdw
    "Not enough police presence, people run stop signs, someone is always tailgating and have no respect for the speed limit’s . "
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  • Fasaravia2015
    "I had live in Bowie. For the past. Seven years and I think is. The most safest place that I had ever leaved before . Is growing more and more I’m happy from being a Bowie resident."
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  • Colin Snyder
    "I’ve lived on Long Ridge Ln in Bowie, MD for 20 years. It is a very family friendly neighborhood full of young families. Occasionally, a car will get broken into. Maybe once every few years."
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  • Keston Lee
    "Great place to live. Love Bowie very convenient to stores gas stations, great neighborhood food options "
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  • Milton Aparixio
    "This is an amazing quiet area. If your family is looking for a quiet place without noise to live. This is your best option "
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  • Nds22
    "Bowie Festival, Food and Wine Festival, International Festival, Juneteenth Celebration, couple venues with outdoor movies, Bowie Baysox Games "
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  • Sandra Lewis-Hall
    "They will like everything because it’s a beautiful well light and very peaceful and quite neighborhood "
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  • Realestate0521
    "Neighbors are friendly and homes are well maintained. Location is convenient to DC, Baltimore, and Annapolis. "
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  • Dbrichardson2000
    "Housing prices are reasonable but school options are limited unless you pay for private school. Many send their kids to private school. "
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  • Tiara Stephen
    "I live in a quiet neighborhood that seems very safe. I hear kids playing and laughing on the way to the bus stop everyday so I know there are a lot of kids around. Everyone I see on my walks seems friendly and neighborly. "
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  • Malinda Fernando
    "Voluntary fire department events and the Santa on the firetruck through the city Many other city events. "
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  • Prncghk7j7
    "Senior Center and events at Bowie Town Center every month. Allen Pond has free concerts as well especially during the spring/summer months. "
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  • Trulia user
    "The area is quiet as friendly with great schools. Everything is also convenient to us. We can get anywhere rather quickly. It is also very clean. The neighbors are nice as well. "
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  • Teenipp
    "It’s a very friendly & well maintained neighborhood. The majority of the residents take care of their property...have a sense of pride! "
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  • Msaldana75
    "Very friendly neighbors, very safe for kids to play outside. Everybody keep their property clean and nice."
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  • Rochellemckinney
    "Short compared to other areas. Flexible use park and ride or drive to New Carrollton station. "
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  • Simone W.
    "My commute is never longer than 20 minutes. Everything is right in the area. I can even walk if I needed to. Such a nice neighborhood. I love it here."
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  • Skbgyal
    "15 minute ride across rte 50 to the New Carrollton metro station. Park car for free at the Bowie park and ride and get on the metro bus. Bus takes HOV across rte 50. Very next stop is New Carrollton metro."
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  • Wpowellsr
    "It’s a fairly affluent neighborhood with shared cultural values. Lots are around d an acre and properties are well kept with good landscaping. It’s fairly quiet. "
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  • Danyelle S.
    "Bowie is a safe modern area to raise a family, though there is little to limited things to do in this city."
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  • Dominique D.
    "Has a near by dog park. Other dog owners. All dog owners seem to clean behind their pets.............."
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  • Rn4children
    "I love the school, the community activities, team sports, and the friendly community. There is local shops."
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  • Lauraliddie
    "See other dogs being walked often and owners cleaning up after there pets. There is a dog park down the street."
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  • Simone W.
    "they would love it here. the are is nice and convient to everything. Safe are and neighbors are friendly "
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  • Bvlavern
    "Safe and carefully planned neighborhood. There are two ways out of your space and you can always call for help "
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  • Bvlavern
    "The dogs are well behaved for the most part! They are kind and will sometimes come and be friendly... "
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  • Melanie A.
    "Dog owners can safely walk there dogs, and always pick up their dogs poo. I never see dog poop in my neighborhood. I hope it’ll stay that way."
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  • Xavier S.
    "The community is safe, relaxing and comfortable. Most, if not all of the neighbors are genuinely friendly."
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  • Ogonwude
    "Security is the best things that is happening in the community. Good event, yard sale. Society gathering social distancing "
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  • Takesha P.
    "Great commute never a lot of traffic. Most traffic is when kids are getting out of school or near the highways"
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  • Monique P.
    "In the community center there are several events that go on throughout the year. Normally geared towards children! "
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  • Monique P.
    "Great Character in the Q section of Bowie! I moved here about 3 years ago there are not many children in the area however it is a quiet, lovely, neighborhood to raise children in. "
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  • Francisco.escalante
    "Really easy to get around town. Especially when there are events in some of the near by towns. Depending where you live in Bowie it is pretty easy to bike or walk where you need to go."
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  • Happy Home
    "I love it here; I’ve been in Woodmore North Blvd for 6 years. Currently, I’m moving to Fairwood, which is close to Golds Gym. You can’t beat the location to DC, VA, and MD areas."
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  • Dkboone8@yahoo.com
    "Allen Pond! The parks and recreation at Allen Pond are very good! The paddle boats and events at the park are great! Bowie Towne Center and the movie theater is right there. Very convenient for shopping and easy access to 50 and 301. Getting to Washington DC and Baltimore both are easily accessible. "
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  • Leticiashaw983
    "Many parks and Community projects and outings. Also they have church events. Fast food and really good restaurants near by "
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Market trends in Bowie

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$495K
$3.33KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.0%
Price per sq ft
$241
$0MoM
Available listings
282
6MoM

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$555K
Since last month
Decreased$2K (-0.3%)
Since last year
Increased$2K (+0.3%)
Since last sale
Increased$240K (+76.1%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate and the value of nearby homes.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +50% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$555K
July 2026$556K
June 2026$569K
May 2026$574K
April 2026$572K
March 2026$569K
February 2026$559K
January 2026$553K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
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Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
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Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
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$631,300
4
3
3,304
Off Market
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0.17
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5
3.5
2,464
Off Market
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$639,900
5
3.5
2,464
For Sale
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0.20
$655,000
4
4.5
2,976
Recently Sold
8623 Park Ave, Bowie, MD 20720
0.22
$442,000
4
3
1,066
Recently Sold
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0.24
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4
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Recently Sold
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0.28
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3.5
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For Sale
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4
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Off Market
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0.28
$490,000
4
3
1,130
Recently Sold
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0.29
$200,000
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Recently Sold
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0.31
$625,000
4
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2,128
For Sale
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0.29
$474,800
4
3
1,130
Off Market

Price and Tax history

YearProperty taxTax assessment
2025
$6,351
$494,100
Home facts updated by county records

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Frequently asked questions about 12306 Backus Dr

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 12306 Backus Dr?
    Based on a $555,100 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 12306 Backus Dr in Bowie, MD is approximately $3,498 (about $2,891 principal & interest, $532 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • How does the list price for 12306 Backus Dr compare to homes in Bowie?
    12306 Backus Dr in Bowie, MD is listed at $555,100, about 12% above the $495K median sale price in Bowie.
  • What do residents say about Bowie?
    Residents describe Bowie, MD as dog-friendly, easy to park in, and well-kept. Most residents say you need a car. See homes for sale in Bowie, MD.
  • What are the closest schools to 12306 Backus Dr?
    The closest schools to 12306 Backus Dr in Bowie, MD are Bowie High School (rated 5/10), Rockledge Elementary School (Pre-K, rated 3/10), Samuel Ogle Middle School (rated 7/10).
  • How big is the lot at 12306 Backus Dr?
    The lot at 12306 Backus Dr in Bowie, MD is about 0.24 acres (10,454 sq ft).
12306 Backus Dr, Bowie, MD 20720 is a 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 2,020 sqft single-family home built in 1989. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by Auction.com 2 on Aug 17, 2026.