Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices New England Properties
As a lifelong resident of Cheshire, Connecticut, Sally Bowman has dedicated two decades to the real estate industry, making a significant impact on the local housing market. With a passion for opening doors to new homes, one house at a time, Sally Bowman has become a trusted expert in the Cheshire real estate landscape.
She has experience in both residential sales and commercial leases. Additionally, she has been a new-construction project manager for several area builders, offering step-by-step guidance to build the homes of her clients’ dreams. Sally’s strong knowledge of the building and construction business gives her an invaluable perspective and a unique advantage in evaluating and assessing homes for both quality and pricing standards.
Prior to a career in real estate, Sally owned and operated RW Hine ACE Hardware in Cheshire, where she built her business on the simple yet highly valued practices of investing in her community, helping people, and solving everyday home problems. These fundamental business standards - combined with her extensive knowledge of home quality and maintenance - are core aspects of her real estate style.
Growing up the youngest of eight children was an early education on the skills of negotiating and working hard! She knows how to roll up her sleeves and get going, an approach she brings to each and every client, working to always put their interests first. Sally will give you the high level of service that you deserve with the small-town approach and knowledge of the market you can trust.
Living and breathing Cheshire, Sally Bowman possesses an intimate knowledge of the local real estate market. Beyond her professional expertise, she is also a proud member of the community where she has tirelessly dedicated her time and energy not only to the Cheshire community, but to the greater Connecticut area as well. Sally’s commitment to the town and its citizens is longstanding and her passion for service is evident in her community activism, support of local businesses and membership in a multitude of organizations and nonprofits.
Sally is an active member of several local and regional organizations including:
- Holy Cross High School Board of Directors
- Cheshire Historical Society
- Cheshire Chamber of Commerce
Sally has also dedicated time in the past to many more organizations including:
- Cheshire Kiwanis Club
- RRS Chapter Residential Real Estate Council
- CT Chapter of Certified Residential Specialist (Board Member/President 2013-14)
- Cheshire School Business Partnership
- St. Mary Hospital Foundation (Board Member)
- Connecticut Judicial Selection Commission
- Cheshire Historical District Study Commission (Chair)
- Cheshire Relay for Life (Co-Founder and Chair)
As a sign of her dedication to service, Sally has also won numerous community awards including:
- 2020 Holy Cross High School’s Hall of Honor Crusader Award
- 2013 Inductee into the Connecticut Scholastic and Collegiate Softball Hall of Fame
- 2013 Exchange Club’s Good Deed Award
- 2007 American Cancer Society's Distinguished Service Award
- 2001 American Cancer Society's Volunteer Value's Award
- 2000 Cheshire Grange’s Community Citizen of the Year
Sally has received many professional designations, but 2013-2014 proved to be a very special time, both personally and professionally. Sally was President of the Connecticut Chapter of the Certified Residential Specialist when they were recognized nationally as Chapter of the Year- Small Chapter. She also received the FIVE STAR PROFESSIONAL AGENT award in 2013 & 2014. In 2014, Sally was inducted into the Connecticut Scholastic and Collegiate Softball Hall of Fame- 2013-2014 for her athletic and academic achievements while at Holy Cross High School.
Education/Designations:
- Residential Real Estate Council RRS
- Accredited Buyer's Representative ABR
- Residential Construction Certified
- Certified New Home Specialist
- Accredited Seller Representative ASR
- New Haven Middlesex Association of Realtors Quarterly Achievement Awards 30 times
- Notary Public
Sally was educated in the Cheshire grammar schools and is a graduate of St. Bridget Junior High and Holy Cross High School in Waterbury, CT (class of 1986). A 1990 graduate of Adelphi University, Sally earned a degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Marketing, after which she returned home to give back to her community. Over the years, Sally has continued her education by attending a wide variety of classes, seminars, and training all across the country.
Sally Bowman is more than just a real estate professional; she is deeply involved in her community, further enhancing her reputation as a trusted, compassionate, and highly effective real estate expert. She is proud to follow in the entrepreneurial spirit of her father and brothers. She enjoys spending time with her adult son, Kevin, her spouse, and the rest of the extended Bowman clan. Her hobbies include reading, studying American history, gardening, playing golf and having fun!
With Sally Bowman's wealth of experience and dedication to client satisfaction, you can trust her to guide you through the intricate world of real estate in Cheshire, CT, and the surrounding area, with unmatched expertise and unwavering integrity. She shares a common goal with her clients: to provide them with a seamless and stress-free real estate experience.