Bowley‘s Garden Co-op
Black Independent Living & Independent Living · Baltimore, MD

Bowley‘s Garden Co-op

Black Independent Living & Independent Living · Baltimore, MD

Overview of Bowley‘s Garden Co-Op

Located in the Frankford neighborhood of Baltimore, Bowley’s Garden Co-Op is an independent living community for active adults 62 and older. Its location at 5200 Bowleys Lane has a Walk Score of 64; the community is in a moderately walkable area where some errands can be handled on foot. The 78-bed community offers private apartments and a lively social environment where residents can build friendships and stay engaged.

The home prioritizes choice and independence, so residents can live by their own decisions while providing support for daily activities. Staff provide a nurturing atmosphere through organized social activities and opportunities so residents can stay connected with one another. This approach reflects a philosophy that independent living can remain active and social rather than isolating.

Amenities on-site include a swimming pool, library, and laundry and housekeeping services. All utilities are included in residency. The community has a 24-hour emergency response system for resident safety. Scheduled maintenance is handled by the staff, so residents can enjoy their independence throughout their stay.

By The Numbers

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Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 78 Rank #39 / 74Bed count — State benchmarkedThis independent living community is ranked 39th out of 74 independent living communities we track in Maryland for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Maryland facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every independent living community we track in Maryland that reports data for that category. Independent living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Walk Score Info Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities. Rank #52 / 169Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis independent living community is ranked 52nd out of 169 independent living communities we track in Maryland for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Maryland facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every independent living community we track in Maryland that reports data for that category. Independent living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
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Address 3.8 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Baltimore's city center to Bowley‘s Garden Co-op's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 1.08 miles to nearest hospital (Chimark Healthcare Services)

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Info below is compiled from the MD Dept. of Health (OHCQ), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

Official facility name used in federal/state reporting (may differ slightly from the marketing name).
Care Types in This Table IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. BIL (Black Independent Living):
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
Samuel J. Simmons NCBA Estates
BIL
IL
Washington (Northwest D.C)174 No 93 1 Bed
Bowley‘s Garden Co-op
BIL
IL
Baltimore (Frankford)78 Yes 64 1 Bed
University Gardens I and II
BIL
IL
Silver Spring (Montgomery Knolls)- No 56 -
River District
BIL
IL
Charlotte (Dixie - Berryhill)- No --

Frequently Asked Questions about Bowley‘s Garden Co-op

What neighborhood is Bowley‘s Garden Co-op in?

Bowley‘s Garden Co-op is in the Frankford neighborhood of Baltimore.

Is Bowley‘s Garden Co-op in a walkable area?

Bowley‘s Garden Co-op has a walk score of 64. Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

Are pets allowed at Bowley‘s Garden Co-op?

Yes, Bowley‘s Garden Co-op allows residents to bring their pets.

How many beds does Bowley‘s Garden Co-op have?

Bowley‘s Garden Co-op has 78 beds.

Are there photos of Bowley‘s Garden Co-op?

Yes — there are 5 photos of Bowley‘s Garden Co-op in the photo gallery on this page.

What levels of care does Bowley‘s Garden Co-op provide?

Bowley‘s Garden Co-op offers Black Independent Living & Independent Living.

What is the address of Bowley‘s Garden Co-op?

Bowley‘s Garden Co-op is located at 5200 Bowleys Ln, Baltimore, MD 21206.

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