$305,000

beds

baths

2,100

square ft

225 Fossil Cove Lane

Wilmington, Illinois 60481

Closed / MLS #12499094 / Single Family / Wilmington

Listing information updated 2/7/2026 at 6:04am

Looking for that beautiful retreat on the water? You will love life on Big Shadow Lake, set upon on a prime, waterfront, nestled above the lake & across from nature area this home is a raised ranch w/ 4 bedrooms & 2 baths. Upper level has 2 bedrooms /bath, open floor plan w/wood laminate floors, nice large kitchen (plenty counter space) & gas fireplace. Lower level has 2 BRS /bath, family room & heated floors (added warmth for the winter months). This home has plenty of room to entertain. All appliances including washer/dryer. A backup generator to keep the house going even during a power outage. Large, beautiful deck w/screened gazebo, paver block sidewalk, nicely landscaped, boat slip, blacktopped driveway, a shed for storage all done and ready to enjoy. Pontoon boat is staying. Some outdoor photos are from previous seasons. 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 and square footage is estimated.

Full Features

Exterior Type:

Vinyl Siding

Basement:

Finished,Exterior Entry,Rec/Family Area,Daylight

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air

Heating System:

Propane, Forced Air, Radiant Floor

Appliances:

Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Yes

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

31-40 Years

Parking Type:

Asphalt,Off Street,Yes,Owned

Parking Spaces:

Room Count:

Water Front:

Yes

Water Features:

Lake Front, Lake Privileges, Waterfront

Square Feet:

2,100

Lot Size:

Less Than .25 Acre

Acreage:

0.2

Internal Features:

Cathedral Ceiling(s), Wet Bar

External Features:

Boat Slip, Dock, Patio/Porch

Room Information

Living Room:

13x23 - Main

Dining Room:

N/A

Kitchen:

11x16 - Main

Family Room:

15x23 - Lower

Primary Bedroom:

12x14 - Main Level

2nd Bedroom:

12x13 - Main

3rd Bedroom:

10x11 - Lower

4th Bedroom:

8x11 - Lower

Laundry:

N/A Level

Taxes & Assessments

Tax Amount:

$5,176

Tax Year:

2024

Assessments:

$2,070 / year

Location

Zip Code:

60481

City:

Wilmington

County:

Will

Schools

School District(s):

255U

Elementary School:

N/A

Middle School:

N/A

High School:

N/A

Exterior Type:

Vinyl Siding

Basement:

Finished,Exterior Entry,Rec/Family Area,Daylight

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air

Heating System:

Propane, Forced Air, Radiant Floor

Appliances:

Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Yes

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

31-40 Years

Parking Type:

Asphalt,Off Street,Yes,Owned

Parking Spaces:

Room Count:

Water Front:

Yes

Water Features:

Lake Front, Lake Privileges, Waterfront

Square Feet:

2,100

Lot Size:

Less Than .25 Acre

Acreage:

0.2

Internal Features:

Cathedral Ceiling(s), Wet Bar

External Features:

Boat Slip, Dock, Patio/Porch

Living Room:

13x23 - Main

Dining Room:

N/A

Kitchen:

11x16 - Main

Family Room:

15x23 - Lower

Primary Bedroom:

12x14 - Main Level

2nd Bedroom:

12x13 - Main

3rd Bedroom:

10x11 - Lower

4th Bedroom:

8x11 - Lower

Laundry:

N/A Level

Tax Amount:

$5,176

Tax Year:

2024

Assessments:

$2,070 / year

Zip Code:

60481

City:

Wilmington

County:

Will

School District(s):

255U

Elementary School:

N/A

Middle School:

N/A

High School:

N/A

Listing Office: Hexagon Real Estate

Listing Office Phone: 815.712.7786

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