Bowes Houses for Sale

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.