CHICAGO, IL — Olympic gold medalist Simone Biles has officially joined the ranks of high-profile Chicago homeowners. The 28-year-old gymnast recently announced via Instagram that she and her husband, Jonathan Owens, have relocated to Chicago as Owens begins his second season with the Chicago Bears.
The move comes just months before Biles is scheduled to speak at the Ready25 conference in Sydney this August — a high-profile appearance expected to draw international attention.
From Texas Roots to Chicago’s Lakeside Luxury
Biles, who still owns two properties in Texas including a custom-built mansion in Spring, has been splitting her time between gymnastic tours, international engagements, and now, her life in the Windy City.
While she didn’t reveal the exact location of their new Chicago home, she did share a photo of herself shopping for vehicles for their new life in the city — hinting at their upscale lifestyle continuing here.
“Looking at cars today for our Chicago home,” Biles posted, captioning a photo from inside a Porsche dealership.
[Source: Instagram / Simone Biles]
Inside the New Home and Life in Chicago
The couple has been building their dream home for more than a year, and Simone has regularly posted updates on Instagram showcasing custom features like:
- A dramatic black-and-white marble backsplash
- Stylish patterned tile work
- A swimming pool overlooking the lake
- Amenities such as a home theater, wet bar, and spacious balcony
Footage of the home was also featured in the Netflix series “Simone Biles Rising”, where the gymnast described the experience as “surreal.”
“Last time you guys saw it, it was just bones and a structure,” she said on the show.
[Source: Netflix / Simone Biles Rising]
Balancing the NFL and the Olympics
Biles’ husband, NFL safety Jonathan Owens, signed a two-year contract with the Bears in 2024. The couple’s move allows him to be closer to his team ahead of the July training camp.
Despite their busy schedules, Biles has often been seen on the sidelines of Bears games, wearing custom Owens-branded attire in support.
After wrapping her Gold Over America Tour, Biles jetted to Chicago before heading off with Owens on a luxury vacation to South Africa — including safaris and vineyard tours. Now, they’re back and settling into the Midwest lifestyle.
What’s Next: Global Appearances and Local Roots
Simone Biles is also scheduled to headline Ready25, an international property and leadership conference in Sydney on August 21. Other prominent speakers include Cathy Freeman, Andrea Clarke, and Rohit Bhargava.
Meanwhile, Chicago fans are excited to welcome the couple into the community — joining the likes of other sports celebrities who’ve made the city their home.
This story was originally reported by realestate.com.au and sourced in part from Biles’ public social media accounts.
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