#12381205, Diane Martin, Listing office: Hexagon Real Estate
132 Fossil Lake Rd Wilmington, IL 60481
Property details
About 132 Fossil Lake Rd
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. 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.
Highlights
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Appliances: Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
- Basement: No
- Interior: Cathedral Ceiling(s), 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Parking: On Site, Owned
- Waterfront: Channel
- Exterior: Dock
- Heating: Propane
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $280,000
- Price/SqFt: $302
- HOA Amount: $3105 Annually
- Annual Tax Amount: $1,827
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: Waterfront, Irregular Lot, Riparian Water Rights, Wooded, Trees, Views
- Directions: Coal City Road to Novy Rd south to Tully Rd (gate 3). You must make an appt to see this property. IF you cannot be there during office hours, you must make pre-arrangements for agent to let you in.
- Year Built: 1998
- Living Area: 925 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.25 Acres
- MLS Number: 12363257
- MLS Name: MRED
- Office Name: Hexagon Real Estate
- Office Phone: (815) 712-7786
- Listing Agent: Diane Martin
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Tax history
Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
---|---|---|
2023 | $41,125 | $1,827 |
2022 | $37,318 | $1,827 |
2021 | $35,619 | $1,379 |
2020 | $33,746 | $1,379 |
2019 | $31,866 | $1,384 |
2018 | $30,494 | $1,396 |
2017 | $29,896 | $1,357 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
8
Reed-Custer Elementary School
Public District PK-5
1.7 mi
•162 S School St
6
L J Stevens Intermediate School
Public District 2-5
3.5 mi
•221 Ryan St
10
Coal City Intermediate School
Public District 4-5
4.0 mi
•305 E Division St
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $63,580. The most common annual income of people living in Wilmington, IL is between $35k-100k. The majority of families are single, no kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
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Frequently asked questions
About 132 Fossil Lake Rd
The listing price of 132 Fossil Lake Rd property is $280,000.
The property 132 Fossil Lake Rd is a house located in Wilmington, Illinois, 60481.
Active Listing: 132 Fossil Lake Rd is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 132 Fossil Lake Rd are: Reed-Custer Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), L J Stevens Intermediate School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Coal City Intermediate School (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), Reed-Custer Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Wilmington Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Braceville Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Reed-Custer High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Wilmington High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Coal City High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $1,827 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 132 Fossil Lake Rd has 3 bedrooms and 1 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 132 Fossil Lake Rd is 925 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 132 Fossil Lake Rd is 1998.
This home is located at 132 Fossil Lake Rd in Wilmington, IL and zip code 60481 in the Shadow Lakes neighborhood. This 925 square foot home, which was built in 1998, sits on a 0.25 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 14, 2025 and is currently priced at $280,000.
In May 2025 more than 6 listings in Wilmington, IL were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 5 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 2 were sold below. In May 2025 in Wilmington, IL there were 11.5% more homes for sale than in April. In May 2025, listings were on the market for 11 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $209,500.