$144,900
SOLD NOV 1, 2016

145 Fossil Lake Ct Wilmington, IL 60481

4 Beds
2 Baths
720 Sq Ft
871 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$201 Per Sq Ft

20 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Water Views
  • Deck
  • Property is near a forest
  • Landscaped Professionally
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Vaulted Ceiling

About This Home

As of March 2023

FEEL FREE TO COME TAKE A LOOK AT THIS LOG CABIN LIKE HOME IN A FRIENDLY, WATER VIEW, GATED COMMUNITY JUST AN HOUR DRIVE SOUTH FROM CHICAGO LAND. BOATING, FISHING AND SWIMMING ARE ALL AVAILABLE TO THE NEXT OWNERS. THIS ONE FEATURES A LARGE LOFT WITH A TALL JACUZZI TUB IN THE BATH AND A CHAIR LIFT FOR THE STAIRS, MOSTLY HARDWOOD FLOORS ON THE MAIN LEVEL WITH PLENTY OF EXTRA STORAGE AND A WOOD BURNING STOVE, GREAT NORTH WOODS CABIN LIKE FEEL WITH GREAT VIEWS AND TALL VAULTED CEILINGS WITH SKYLIGHTS GIVE IT THAT OPEN FEEL LIKE YOU'RE ON VACATION. ATTACHED ONE CAR GARAGE WITH EXTRA SPACE FOR WORK BENCHES OR THAT HOBBY OF YOURS. INCLUDES 200 AMP SERVICE ELECTRICAL PANEL WITH CIRCUIT BREAKERS AND CENTRAL AIR CONDITIONING, WALK IN CLOSET AND GREAT DECK TO SIT AND ENJOY YOUR MORNING COFFEE. WITH SOME ATTENTION TO DETAIL THIS COULD BE AN EXCELLENT RETREAT FROM EVERYDAY HASSLES OR A FULL TIME RESIDENCE. PLEASE CONTACT YOUR AGENT TO SCHEDULE A SHOWING WHEN YOU CAN. THE WASHER AND DRYER DO NOT STAY

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Scott Shepard

RE/MAX 10 in the Park License #475124983 Listed on: 08/18/2016

RE/MAX 10 in the Park

Last Buyer's Agent

Scott Shepard

RE/MAX 10 in the Park License #475124983 Listed on: 08/18/2016

RE/MAX 10 in the Park

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,850

Lot Details

  • East or West Exposure
  • Landscaped Professionally

Parking

  • Attached Garage
  • Parking Available
  • Driveway
  • Off-Street Parking
  • Parking Included in Price
  • Garage Is Owned

Home Design

  • Cottage
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Log Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Whirlpool Bathtub
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Skylights
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Wood Flooring
  • Water Views
  • Storm Screens

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island

Partially Finished Basement

  • Exterior Basement Entry
  • Finished Basement Bathroom
  • Rough-In Basement Bathroom

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Deck

Location

  • Property is near a forest

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Water Rights

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions
  • $4,200 Seller Concession

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,850

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • General Information: School Bus Service
  • Disability Access: Yes
  • Disability Access Details: Chairlift
  • Age: Unknown
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Number Interior Fireplaces: 1
  • Ownership: Fee Simple w/ HO Assn.
  • Total Full or Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Style Of House: Cottage
  • Type Detached: 1.5 Story
  • Estimated Year Built: U
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Interior Property Features: Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Skylight(s), Hardwood Floors
  • Number Of Rooms: 6
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Microwave, Dishwasher
  • Fireplace Details: Wood Burning Stove
  • Fireplace Location: Loft
  • Basement: Partially Finished, Exterior Access, Bathroom Rough-In
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Bedrooms All Levels: 4
  • Bathroom Amenities: Whirlpool, Soaking Tub
  • Above Grade Bedrooms: 4
  • Dining Room: Dimensions: 10X12, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: All
  • Kitchen Type: Dimensions: 10X11, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Windows: All
  • Kitchen Type: Island
  • Additional Rooms: No additional rooms
  • Master Bedroom: Dimensions: 10X11, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Carpet, Windows: All
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 08X11, On Level: Lower, Flooring: Carpet, Windows: All
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 17X18, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Carpet, Windows: All
  • Bedroom 4: Dimensions: 08X11, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Carpet, Windows: All
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 720
  • Dining Room Type: Separate

Exterior Features

  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Exterior Building Type: Frame, Log
  • Roof Type: Asphalt/Glass (Shingles)
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Exterior Property Features: Balcony, Deck, Storms/Screens
  • Exposure: W (West)
  • Acreage: 0.02

Garage/Parking

  • Number of Cars: 4
  • Parking: Garage, Space/s
  • Parking Details: Off Street, Driveway
  • Number Parking Spaces: 3
  • Parking On Site: Yes
  • Garage Type: Attached
  • Garage On Site: Yes
  • Number Garage Spaces: 1
  • Driveway: Asphalt
  • Parking Included In Price: Yes
  • Parking Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Ownership: Owned

Utilities

  • Electricity: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
  • Air Conditioner: Central Air
  • Water: Public
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Heating Fuel: Propane, Forced Air

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Master Association Fee: Yes
  • Master Association Fee: 1430
  • Management Phone: 000-000-0000

Schools

  • School District: 255U
  • Junior High Dist: 255U

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 50 X 70
  • Lot Description: Forest Preserve Adjacent, Landscaped Professionally, Water Rights, Water View
  • Parcel Identification Number: 0224041560090000

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 1396.94

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 6, 2023
Closed on
Feb 28, 2023
Sold by
Post Aaron
Bought by
Brown Sarah
Seller's Agent
Diane Brannock
Hexagon Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Jessica Eiler
Keller Williams Infinity
List Price
$210,000
Sold Price
$220,000
Premium/Discount to List
$10,000
4.76%
Views
568
Current Estimated Value
$273,981

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$53,981
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.79%
Original Mortgage
$175,500
Outstanding Balance
$170,540
Interest Rate
5.63%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$104,753

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 18, 2016
Closed on
Nov 1, 2016
Sold by
Varga Kenneth R
Bought by
Post Aaron and Eller Megan
Seller's Agent
Scott Shepard
RE/MAX 10 in the Park
Buyer's Agent
Scott Shepard
RE/MAX 10 in the Park
List Price
$144,900
Sold Price
$144,900

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.80%
Original Mortgage
$142,274
Interest Rate
3.5%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 1, 2004
Sold by
Harper James L and Harper Judy M
Bought by
Varga Kenneth R and Varga Darlene R

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$79,900
Interest Rate
5.87%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 24, 2001
Sold by
Lasalle Bank National Assn
Bought by
Harper James L and Harper Judy M
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $220,000 Fidelity National Title
Warranty Deed $144,900 Fidelity National Title Ins
Warranty Deed $180,000 Ticor Title
Deed $22,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $175,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $142,274 FHA
Previous Owner $125,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $100,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $79,900 New Conventional
Previous Owner $135,604 FHA
Previous Owner $113,000 Balloon
Previous Owner $100,000 Unknown
Closed $100,000 No Value Available
Closed $6,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/07/2023 03/07/23 Sold $220,000 +4.8% $135 / Sq Ft
01/28/2023 01/28/23 Pending -- -- --
01/06/2023 01/06/23 For Sale $210,000 +44.9% $129 / Sq Ft
11/01/2016 11/01/16 Sold $144,900 0.0% $201 / Sq Ft
09/07/2016 09/07/16 Pending -- -- --
08/18/2016 08/18/16 For Sale $144,900 -- $201 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Tax History Compared to Growth

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 $4,850 $72,157 $11,939 $60,218
2022 $4,096 $65,478 $10,834 $54,644
2021 $3,961 $62,497 $10,341 $52,156
2020 $3,749 $59,211 $9,797 $49,414
2019 $3,530 $55,912 $9,251 $46,661
2018 $3,388 $53,505 $8,853 $44,652
2017 $3,322 $52,455 $8,679 $43,776
2016 $2,872 $50,731 $8,394 $42,337
2015 $2,756 $49,421 $8,177 $41,244
2014 $2,756 $49,421 $8,177 $41,244
2013 $2,756 $52,856 $8,745 $44,111
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: MRD09320612

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 24-04-156-009