Why Live in Bowes
Bowes, a neighborhood in Elgin, Illinois, is characterized by its open spaces, including cornfields, golf greens, and new developments. The area is situated between Bowes Creek Country Club and nature preserves, offering residents scenic views and outdoor activities. The Bowes Creek Country Club features an 18-hole public golf course with nearly 7,000 yards of professional tees, a driving range, and picturesque rolling hills. Nearby, the Bowes Creek Woods Forest Preserve provides a serene walking environment, while Fitchie Creek Forest Preserve offers multi-use trails, a pond, and a horseback riding trail. Homes in Bowes range from custom-built properties on large lots to New Traditional and colonial-style homes, with options for 55+ communities at The Regency at Bowes Creek Country Club. The neighborhood is conveniently located near the shopping and dining options on Randall Road, including big box stores and local eateries like The Village Squire and Sushi Café. For education, residents are zoned for either School District U-46 or Central School District 301, with highly rated schools such as South Elgin High School, Howard B Thomas Grade School, Prairie Knolls Middle School, and Central High School. Bowes is about an hour's drive from downtown Chicago, with Metra train access 8 miles away at Elgin Station. Healthcare facilities, including Ascension Saint Joseph – Elgin, are 6 miles away, and Chicago O'Hare International Airport is 34 miles from the neighborhood. The crime rate in Bowes is lower than the national average, contributing to its appeal as a quiet, suburban community.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bowes a good place to live?
Bowes is a good place to live. Bowes is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Bowes is a suburban neighborhood with a crime score of 1, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Bowes has 7 parks for recreational activities. It is sparse in population with 1.6 people per acre and a median age of 50. The average household income is $167,446 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 39.9% of residents. A majority of residents in Bowes are home owners, with 4.8% of residents renting and 95.2% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Bowes can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Bowes neighborhood guide.
Is Bowes, IL a safe neighborhood?
Bowes, IL is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 1 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Bowes?
The median home price in Bowes is $437,500. If you put a 20% down payment of $87,500 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,270 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $97K a year to afford the median home price in Bowes. The average household income in Bowes is $167K.
What are the best public schools in Bowes?
The best public schools that serve Bowes are:
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Are home prices dropping in Bowes?
Yes, home prices in Bowes are down 75% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Bowes, IL
On average, homes in Bowes, Elgin sell after 17 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Bowes, Elgin over the last 12 months is $325,000, down 74% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$325,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$255,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$599,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$425,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$275
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
15
Median List Price
$437,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-74%