$129,900
$20K PRICE DROP

68 Fossil Cove Ln Wilmington, IL 60481

Estimated payment $1,035/month

Total Views 33,796
1 Bed
2 Baths
1,050 Sq Ft
$124 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Loft
  • Laundry Room
  • Dining Room
  • Living Room
  • Central Air
  • Family Room

About This Home

MOTIVATED SELLER!!! Tucked at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, this cozy-yet-spacious home sits on a beautiful, peaceful lot that feels like your own private slice of nature. Whether you're grilling on the wraparound deck or just unwinding under the trees, this place is all about slowing down and enjoying the moment. Inside, the main living area has serious cabin charm-with extra-tall ceilings, a cozy wood stove, and a wood plank feature wall that adds just the right amount of rustic character. French doors open up to the back deck, letting in tons of natural light and making it easy to flow from indoor to outdoor living. It's technically a 1-bedroom home, but the loft has a huge walk-in closet, making it a great second bedroom option. Two full bathrooms (one with a stackable washer/dryer) make this spot super functional for weekend getaways or full-time living. And now for the fun part-this home is located in Shadow Lakes, a private, gated community that's all about that outdoorsy, laid-back lifestyle. We're talking miles of interconnected lakes, channels, and marshes where you can fish, swim, or cruise around in your electric boat (some areas are over 40 feet deep-big fish live here!). You'll also find a clubhouse, pool, sandy beach, pavilion, dog park, and courts for volleyball, basketball, and more. Tons of community activities too, if that's your thing. Just off I-55 and only an hour from Chicago, it's the kind of place that feels like a vacation-but it could totally be home. Ready to kick back and live that lake life? Come check it out-this one's worth seeing in person!

Listing Agent

Sarah Kingman

Village Realty Inc. License #475201647 Listed on: 04/13/2025

Village Realty Inc.

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,812

Year Built

  • Built in 1994 | Remodeled in 2016

Lot Details

  • Lot Dimensions are 135x110x40x76

HOA Fees

  • $173 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 4 Parking Spaces

Interior Spaces

  • 1,050 Sq Ft Home
  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Loft
  • Laundry Room

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Potential Bedroom
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Schools

  • Reed-Custer Intermediate School
  • Reed-Custer Middle School
  • Reed-Custer High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Propane

Community Details

  • Association fees include water, insurance, clubhouse, pool, snow removal, lake rights
  • Shadow Lakes Association, Phone Number (815) 458-3647
  • Property managed by Shadow Lakes

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,812

Year Built

Built in 1994 | Remodeled in 2016

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$173 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
  • Year Built: 1994
  • Age: 31-40 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: None
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): Yes
  • Rehab Year: 2016
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Renovated: 2016

Interior Features

  • Basement: None
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 1
  • LivingArea: 1050
  • Room Type: Loft
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 1050
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Total Sq Ft: 1050
  • Total Sq Ft: 1050
  • Upper Level Sq Ft: 200
  • Main Level Sq Ft: 850

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • List Price: 129900
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: On Site
  • ParkingTotal: 4

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Propane
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 2070
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • 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, Insurance, Clubhouse, Pool, Snow Removal, Lake Rights, Other

Schools

  • Elementary School: Reed-Custer Intermediate School
  • High School: Reed-Custer High School
  • Middle/Junior School: Reed-Custer Middle School
  • Middle/Junior School District: 255U

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 135X110X40X76
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 17

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 1812.18
  • Tax Year: 2023

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 $2,016 $33,977 $13,475 $20,502
2022 $1,839 $30,832 $12,228 $18,604
2021 $1,658 $29,428 $11,671 $17,757
2020 $1,547 $27,880 $11,057 $16,823
2019 $1,443 $26,327 $10,441 $15,886
2018 $1,375 $25,193 $9,991 $15,202
2017 $2,549 $41,608 $9,795 $31,813
2016 $2,477 $40,240 $9,473 $30,767
2015 $2,383 $39,201 $9,228 $29,973
2014 $2,383 $39,201 $9,228 $29,973
2013 $2,383 $41,926 $9,869 $32,057
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/08/2025 08/08/25 Price Changed $129,900 -3.8% $124 / Sq Ft
07/10/2025 07/10/25 Price Changed $135,000 -6.9% $129 / Sq Ft
05/21/2025 05/21/25 Price Changed $145,000 -3.3% $138 / Sq Ft
04/13/2025 04/13/25 For Sale $150,000 -- $143 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $74,000 Premier Title
Special Warranty Deed -- None Available
Sheriffs Deed -- None Available
Sheriffs Deed $148,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $138,000 Ticor Title
Warranty Deed $119,000 Ticor Title
Joint Tenancy Deed $18,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $50,000 Commercial
Previous Owner $138,000 Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Previous Owner $88,650 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $106,000 Credit Line Revolving
Source: Public Records

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Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12336993

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 02-24-04-104-078