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Small Town Vibes Close to the Big City
5
rating
By
Anonymous (
Dec 25, 2018)
Glenn Dale is located almost equidistance from our nation's capital and the key port city of Baltimore - no more than 30 minutes away from each. it is a small, growing community of about 13,000 residents nestled between three more well-known Maryland suburbs - Greenbelt, Bowie, a ...Read More
nd Lanham. Most people have never heard of Glenn Dale or if they have, they spell it incorrectly using only one "N" which reveals their unfamiliarity with the city. Glenn Dale has its own cute little post office that harkens back to the days with the area was much less developed. Glenn Dale has a rich history in the state of Maryland as evidenced by being home to Dorsey Chapel, a historic property built in 1900. Dorsey Chapel is a one-room meetinghouse-style church that was used until 1971. Today, Dorsey Chapel has been restored and is available for public tours and rentals. While some parts of Glenn Dale remain rural, other areas have been developed with mini-mansions. Six Flags America can be reached within 30 minutes for a full day of family amusement. NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center is next door and is also a great place to explore for a day. After working up an appetite, there are several restaurants in neighboring cities that have opened recently to satisfy your palette - SoBe Restaurant and Lounge, Milk and Honey Cafe, Half Note Lounge, and Grace's Steak and Seafood. Football fans can enjoy the Washington team's home games at FedEx field or travel into DC for Washington Wizards basketball games. While in DC, enjoy the hustle and bustle of the nation's capital while visiting the Smithsonian museums and federal government buildings. Of course, there are many other places to go, see, and eat in the city, too. When you're done, you'll make the short drive back home to your quiet place in Glenn Dale. If you like to shop, Westfield Annapolis Mall, Arundel Mills Outlet Mall, Waugh Chapel Shopping Center, Woodmore Town Center, and Bowie Town Center are all an easy drive away. Grocery stores available are Wegman's (in Lanham), Harris Teeter (in Bowie), and Giant (in Greenbelt). With its rich history, easy accessibility to both Washington, DC and Baltimore, and so many desirable amenities close by, Glenn Dale, Maryland is an ideal place to live.
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The Best of Both World's in Glenn Dale
3.5
rating
By
Anonymous (
May 23, 2018)
Living in Glenn Dale offers the comforts of suburbia and the convenience of nearby towns full of amenities. The area consists mainly of single family dwellings and is very quiet. The community has a very small church and a megachurch for worship services. There's a few elementary ...Read More
schools for families with younger children.
The community is pleasant and well kept and offers recreational areas including a splash park for children. Crime is relatively low in comparison to surrounding areas. The cost of living is a bit above average because it's a sought after area. Major roads and highways are close by for commuters and trips for shopping, dining or nightlife.
Some of the best areas in Glenn Dale are located off of Route 193, also known as Greenbelt Road. This area is a mix of older homes and new developments. It has a country feel to it and you will see some remnants of days gone by. There are still a few old farmhouses and acres of untouched land.
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Family friendlyPublic transit is accessibleWalkable to grocery storesYards are well-keptLots of parksWalkable to restaurantsFriendly neighbors Safe at night Pet friendly Streets have sidewalksA quiet areaSense of community
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Compare Glenn Dale, MD Livability
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Amenities
Are there many local amenities in
Glenn Dale?
Well, there are not many amenities close to this location.
Parks
Marietta Manor Historic Site
High Bridge Park
High Bridge Park
Glenn Dale Park
Huntington North Recreation Area
Huntington South Recreation Area
Glenwood Park
Sherman Park
Entertainment
Marietta House Museum
Bowie Railroad Museum
National Wildlife Visitor Center
Martin Luther King Junior Communications Arts Center
Bowie Center for the Performing Arts
Belair Mansion
Belair Stable Museum
Food & Drink
Quinzos Sub
McDonald's
KFC
Eastgate Liquors
Fairwood Cafe Wine and Spirits
Papa John's
Subway
Bowie Liquors
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Commute
Is public transit available in Glenn Dale?
Of all people who commute,
11.7% take public transportation in
Glenn Dale.