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    28542 S Walleye Ln, Wilmington, IL 60481

    2beds
    1,386sqft
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    $2,802/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1969
    0.52 Acres Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $259/sqft
    $55/mo HOA

    What's special

    Waterfront propertyModern fixturesMove-in-ready two-bedroom one-bath cottageQuiet dead-end streetCentral air-conditioning systemAbundant storage and workspaceCompletely remodeled bathroom
    Waterfront Retreat with your own Boat Ramp & 4-Car Garage/Workshop Love to fish, boat, hunt or simply enjoy peace and quiet? Want the convenience of your own private boat ramp? Looking for a spacious workshop or a place to store your vehicles, boats, and toys? Do you enjoy entertaining family and friends outdoors on a large, private lot? If so, this charming waterfront cottage may be exactly what you've been looking for. Situated on a quiet corner lot toward the end of a dead-end street, this two-bedroom, one-bath cottage offers direct channel access to the Kankakee River from your own private boat ramp. Enjoy the wildlife from the beautiful water views from one side of the property and picturesque open fields filled with deer and pheasants from the other. Inside, the home features a surprisingly spacious living room featuring a beautiful brick fireplace, creating the perfect gathering place after a day on the river. The completely remodeled bathroom features a large walk-in tiled shower, quartz vanity top, and modern fixtures. The kitchen offers an abundance of solid wood cabinetry complemented by new granite countertops, providing plenty of storage and workspace. Spacious closets and a laundry room with a separate entrance. Whether you're looking for a weekend getaway or a year-round residence, this home is move-in ready with: * Privately owned Boat Ramp on Channel that can accommodate a 24-foot boat * Four-Car garage/workshop * Large corner lot * Natural gas furnace * Central air conditioning * Private deep well with excellent water quality and pressure * Private septic system * New luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout * Spacious closets * Completely updated plumbing * New water heater * New pressure tank * New electrical service panel in the home * Separate new electrical panel and wiring in the oversized four-car garage Spend your mornings fishing, afternoons boating on the Kankakee River, and evenings relaxing around a fire while watching wildlife from your own backyard. Whether you're seeking a peaceful retreat, a full-time residence, or the perfect gathering place for family and friends, this property offers a lifestyle that's hard to find. The impressive 4-car garage offers abundant space for vehicles, boats, hobbies, or a workshop. Special Note- Upgrades by licensed contractors * New electrical wiring and new service panel in garage * New electrical service panel in house * All new plumbing and plumbing fixtures to include new hot water heater and pressure tank * All new Luxury Vinyl Flooring throughout * Completely upgraded bathroom with ex-large tile shower and quartz counter-tops * Real wood kitchen cabinets with new granite counter-tops * Septic system pumped
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    Listed by:

    Marlene Carlson 708-935-2232,

    HomeSmart Realty Group

    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12700640MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 2
      • Bathrooms: 1
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      Rooms
      • Room types: No additional rooms
      Primary bedroom
      • Features: Flooring (Luxury Vinyl)
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 209 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 11X19
      Bedroom 2
      • Features: Flooring (Luxury Vinyl)
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 90 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 9X10
      Dining room
      • Features: Flooring (Luxury Vinyl)
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 182 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 13X14
      Kitchen
      • Features: Kitchen (Galley, Granite Counters), Flooring (Luxury Vinyl)
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 117 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 9X13
      Laundry
      • Features: Flooring (Luxury Vinyl)
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 81 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 9X9
      Living room
      • Features: Flooring (Luxury Vinyl)
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 345 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 15X23
      Heating
      • Natural Gas
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Range, Microwave, Refrigerator
      • Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup
      Features
      • Granite Counters
      • Doors: Sliding Doors
      • Windows: Screens, Display Window(s), Some Wood Windows
      • Basement: Crawl Space
      • Attic: Unfinished
      • Number of fireplaces: 1
      • Fireplace features: Gas Log, Family Room
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 0
      • Total interior livable area: 1,386 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 4
      • Parking features: Gravel, Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached
      • Garage spaces: 4
      Accessibility
      • Accessibility features: No Disability Access
      Features
      • Stories: 1
      • Patio & porch: Deck
      • Exterior features: Outdoor Grill
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Water, Back of Property
      • Has water view: Yes
      • Water view: Water,Back of Property
      • Waterfront features: Waterfront
      Lot
      • Size: 0.52 Acres
      • Dimensions: 117 X 307 X 76 X 166 X 65 X 64 X 42
      • Features: Corner Lot, Irregular Lot, Landscaped, Water Rights, Wooded, Mature Trees
      Details
      • Additional structures: Workshop, Outbuilding
      • Parcel number: 0317063030011085
      • Special conditions: None

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Ranch
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Vinyl Siding
      • Foundation: Block
      • Roof: Asphalt
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1969
      • Major remodel year: 2026

      Utilities & green energy

      • Electric: Circuit Breakers
      • Sewer: Septic Tank
      • Water: Well

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Features: Water Rights
      HOA
      • Has HOA: Yes
      • Services included: Insurance, Snow Removal, Other
      • HOA fee: $165 quarterly
      Location
      • Region: Wilmington

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $259/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $174,696
      • Annual tax amount: $3,668
      • Date on market: 7/9/2026
      • Ownership: Fee Simple
      • Has irrigation water rights: Yes

        Estimated market value

        Not available

        Estimated sales range

        Not available

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        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        3/20/2026Sold$220,000$159/sqft
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        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2024$847 -2.4%$58,232 +5.6%
        2023$867 -27.6%$55,170 +10.4%
        2022$1,199 -2.3%$49,959 +7.1%
        2021$1,227 -1.6%$46,626 +2.7%
        2020$1,246 +0.1%$45,401 +2%
        2019$1,245 -0.6%$44,506 +2.3%
        2018$1,253 -0.6%$43,493 +7%
        2017$1,260 +0.9%$40,629 +8.8%
        2016$1,249 -3.5%$37,326 +2.4%
        2015$1,293 $36,434 -1%
        2014$1,293 +5%$36,802 -6.2%
        2013$1,232 +1%$39,218 -5.2%
        2012$1,220 +9.4%$41,391 -5.6%
        2011$1,115 +4%$43,869 -4%
        2010$1,073 +2.3%$45,697
        2009$1,048 +1.9%$45,697
        2008$1,028 $45,697 +6.5%
        2007-- $42,908 +8%
        2006$1,109 +6.7%$39,730 +4.3%
        2005$1,039 -3.5%$38,088 +6.8%
        2004$1,077 -12.7%$35,653 +7.7%
        2003$1,233 -0.4%$33,107
        2002$1,238 +4.8%$33,107
        2001$1,182 $33,107
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 60481

        Getting around

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        Car-Dependent
        25 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: Bruning Elementary School
        • Middle: Wilmington Middle School
        • High: Wilmington High School
        • District: 209U

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