$269,500
PENDING $11K PRICE DROP

132 Fossil Lake Rd Wilmington, IL 60481

Estimated payment $1,978/month

Total Views 26,940
3 Beds
1.5 Baths
925 Sq Ft
$291 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Lake Front
  • Home fronts a pond
  • Lake Privileges
  • Boat Dock
  • Gated Community
  • Mature Trees

About This Home

Looking for that secluded home on the water? How about 3 Bedrooms? How about beautiful cathedral ceilings lined with pine slats for that cabin in the mountains feel? This stick built home, on two lots, is nestled on a cove that opens up to a larger lake. This is definatley the place to "Live a life you do not need a vacation from!" Living room is open with a great wall of windows overlooking the back yard oasis. Newer vinyl floors for easy maintenance. Skylights and wooden casings, and window boxes give this room the ultimate retreat feel. Cozy kitchen with all appliances staying. Corian counters throughout. Second bedroom is a bunk room with built in bunkbed and storage. Third bedroom is upstairs with raised ceilings and half bath. Also with the beautiful wooden window frame and window boxes. A unique pully system has been installed to help with bringing items upstairs! Master bedroom also has a wall of windows overlooking the cove. Bathroom is open and shower is wrapped in Corian. Now to the main attraction. Your multi tier deck leads to the hidden cove in which you can swim, boat, fish from the boat dock, or just relax and enjoy the nature around you. Property has multi tiered, landscaped hill, giving you plenty of areas to decorate, enjoy a campfire, or use for entertaining. Second lot has a workshop/ shed, complete with electricity. Items to mention: Shingles in 2020, Stackable Washer Dryer Unit, Furnace / AC unit is 2018, On Demand Hot Water (Instant) 2019, Double shed, Property sits on a concrete crawl space with entrance in the bunk room. Kayak on living room wall is not staying. Rooms are estimated sizes. This is a private, gated community. We have miles of fresh water channels, lakes, and marshes all interconnecting. This is the place to fish, swim, or boat, where it can reach 42 feet deep in some areas. (BIG FISH POSSIBILITIES!) Wildlife is abundant as well. This association includes a club house, community pool, a separate sand beach, pavilion, dog park, volleyball and basketball area (other games as well). They offer plenty of family and group activities. Other important notes: Close to I55 & only 60 Mins. from Chicago. Only Electric Boats & Golf Carts allowed. Association Dues are on a tiered basis and depend on the time you spend at the property- . Dues include water, sewer and garbage. Buyer / Buyer's agent to call Shadow Lakes to verify all rules / info. Lot size, room size and square footage are estimated.

Listing Agent

Diane Brannock

Hexagon Real Estate License #471011113 Listed on: 05/13/2025

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,927

Year Built

  • Built in 1998

Lot Details

  • 0.25 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 100x98x52x72x138
  • Home fronts a pond
  • Property fronts a channel
  • Lake Front
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot
  • Irregular Lot
  • Mature Trees
  • Wooded Lot
  • Additional Parcels

HOA Fees

  • $259 Monthly HOA Fees

Interior Spaces

  • 925 Sq Ft Home
  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Built-In Features
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Skylights
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Water Views
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Potential Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Bathroom on Main Level

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 4 Parking Spaces
  • Parking Included in Price

Outdoor Features

  • Tideland Water Rights
  • Docks
  • Lake Privileges
  • Deck
  • Shed

Location

  • Property is near a park

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Propane

Listing and Financial Details

  • Senior Tax Exemptions
  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include water, security, clubhouse, pool, scavenger, lake rights
  • Shadow Lakes Association, Phone Number (815) 458-3647
  • Shadow Lakes Subdivision
  • Property managed by Shadow Lakes
  • Community Lake

Recreation

  • Boat Dock
  • Community Pool

Additional Features

  • Clubhouse
  • Gated Community

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,927

Year Built

Built in 1998

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$259 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 1.5 Story
  • Ownership: Fee Simple w/ HO Assn.
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 1.5 Story
  • Subdivision Name: Shadow Lakes
  • Year Built: 1998
  • Age: 26-30 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: None
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Special Features: UnderContract
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
  • Basement: Crawl Space
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Interior Amenities: Cathedral Ceiling(s), 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features
  • LivingArea: 925
  • Other Equipment: CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Room Type: No additional rooms
  • Window Features: Skylight(s)
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Sq Ft: 0

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Cedar
  • ExteriorFeatures: Dock
  • List Price: 269500
  • Lot Features: Channel Front, Irregular Lot, Water Rights, Wooded, Mature Trees, Views
  • OtherStructures: Workshop, Shed(s), Boat Dock
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • View: Water
  • Waterfront Features: Lake Front, Pond, Lake Privileges, Waterfront
  • Waterfront: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: On Site, Owned
  • ParkingTotal: 4

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Propane
  • Laundry Features: Main Level, In Unit
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 3105
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Community Features: Clubhouse, Park, Pool, Lake, Dock, Water Rights, Gated, Street Paved
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Management Company: Shadow Lakes
  • Management Contact Name: Shadow Lakes
  • Management Phone: 815-458-3647

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Security, Clubhouse, Pool, Scavenger, Lake Rights, Other

Schools

  • Middle/Junior School District: 255U

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels Description: 0224041560240000
  • Additional Parcels: Yes
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.25
  • Lot Dimensions: 100X98X52X72X138
  • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
  • Special Assessments: U

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 21
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 2927
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner,Senior

Map

Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2023 $2,015 $41,125 $12,791 $28,334
2022 $1,827 $37,318 $11,607 $25,711
2021 $1,384 $35,619 $11,079 $24,540
2020 $1,380 $33,746 $10,496 $23,250
2019 $1,385 $31,866 $9,911 $21,955
2018 $1,396 $30,494 $9,484 $21,010
2017 $1,357 $29,896 $9,298 $20,598
2016 $2,093 $28,913 $8,992 $19,921
2015 $2,023 $28,167 $8,760 $19,407
2014 $2,023 $28,167 $8,760 $19,407
2013 $2,023 $30,125 $9,369 $20,756
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/30/2025 07/30/25 Pending -- -- --
07/07/2025 07/07/25 Price Changed $269,500 -0.1% $291 / Sq Ft
07/03/2025 07/03/25 Price Changed $269,900 -3.6% $292 / Sq Ft
05/14/2025 05/14/25 Price Changed $280,000 0.0% $303 / Sq Ft
05/14/2025 05/14/25 For Sale $280,000 -- $303 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Joint Tenancy Deed $42,500 --
Source: Public Records

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Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12363257

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 02-24-04-156-025