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Property Description
LAKE LIFE IS WAITING FOR YOU! This adorable 3 bed, 2 bath waterfront home is full of charm and is just a short walk to the beach, pool, amenity center, and all the wonderful amenities Shadow Lakes has to offer. Enjoy peaceful mornings and relaxing evenings on the beautiful maintenance free TREX deck, complete with a large retractable awning and a screened-in side porch. Inside, the inviting family room overlooks the water and features a cozy wood burning fireplace, making it the perfect place to unwind year-round. Upstairs, you'll find 2 spacious bedrooms, including a generous 15' x 15' primary bedroom with an adorable private balcony, perfect for sipping your morning coffee while watching the sunrise or curling up with a good book. A large walk-in attic provides plenty of additional storage. Whether you're entertaining family and friends or simply soaking in the breathtaking waterfront views, this home offers the perfect setting. Fish right from your own pier, pull your boat up to the TREX dock, and start making unforgettable lake memories. Don't miss this incredible opportunity to own your own piece of lakefront paradise! Furnace (2025), A/C (2019), Roof (2019), HWH (2019). Enjoy incredible fishing (spring fed stocked lakes), boating, swimming, kayaking, canoeing, hiking in this gated community w/club house, pool, beach, volleyball, basketball, nature trails & much more. Make this perfect escape your weekend retreat or year-round residence! Less than an hour from Chicago & just minutes off I-55. WELCOME HOME!! This is a gated community you will need to make arrangements prior to showing.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 168 Fossil Cove Ln
General
- Price: $279,900
- HOA FEE: $195/month
- HOA FEE FREQ.: Annually
- Taxes: $3,556 (2023)
- Status: Pending
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12693865
- Updated: 8/25/2026
- Added to Site: 47 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Complex Features: Clubhouse, Park, Pool, Lake, Water Rights, Gated
Interior
- Basement: Crawl Spac
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Appliances: Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Additional Information
- Other Features: School Bus Service
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Balcony, Boat Slip
Parking
- Total Spaces: 4
- Parking Features: Gravel, Off-Street, Yes, Owned
Location
- Area: Wilmington
- County: Will
- Township: Reed
- Subdivision: Shadow Lakes
- Driving Directions: Shadow Lakes Rt 129 & Coal City Road to Gate 3 off of Novy Rd.
School Information
- School District: 255U
- Elem School District: 255U
- Midd School District: 255U
- High School District: 255U
- Elementary School: Reed-Custer Middle School
- High School: Reed-Custer High School
- Private School: Reed-Custer High School
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: Water, Security, Clubhouse, Pool, Scavenger, Snow Removal, Lake Rights
- Mgmt. Company: Associa Chicagoland
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Propane
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Construction: Vinyl Siding
- Exterior Const.: Vinyl Siding
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Crawl Space
- Square Feet: 1,350
- Sq. Ft. Source: Landlord/Tenant/Seller
- Year Built: 1995
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Shed(s)
Lot Features
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 54 x 102 x 55 x 103
- Lot Features: Water Rights
Water Features
- Water Front: Yes
- Water Front Desc.: Lake Front
- Water Front View: Front of Property, Side(s) of Property
- Lake Front: Yes
Financial Considerations
- Association Fee: $2,339
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Annually
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1995
- Tax Amount: $3,556.28
- Tax Year: 2023
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple with Homeowners Association
- Property ID: 224041320150000
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Schools
Schools serving 168 Fossil Cove Ln
School District:Reed Custer Community Unit School District 255u
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Reed-Custer Intermediate School 162 South School Street, Braidwood, IL 60408 | PK-5 | 1.9 mi |
Reed-Custer Middle School 407 Comet Drive, Braidwood, IL 60408 | 6-8 | 1.9 mi |
Reed-Custer High School 249 Comet Drive, Braidwood, IL 60408 | 9-12 | 1.9 mi |
Disclaimer:
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Price & Sales History for 168 Fossil Cove Ln
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
7/10/2026
Listed
$279,900
5.62%
MLS
8/12/2025
Sold
$265,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 168 Fossil Cove Ln
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$4,075
—
$62,425
9%
2025
$4,075
15%
$57,323
12%
2023
$3,556
11%
$51,342
10%
2022
$3,214
—
$46,590
5%
2022
$3,214
8%
$44,469
6%
2020
$2,970
6%
$42,131
6%
2019
$2,815
-9%
$39,784
-8%
2018
$3,088
2%
$43,274
2%
2017
$3,035
2%
$42,425
3%
2016
$2,966
2%
$41,030
3%
2015
$2,906
48%
$39,971
46%
2014
$1,967
26%
$27,376
-6%
2013
$1,562
-2%
$29,279
-5%
2012
$1,588
—
$30,740
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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168 Fossil Cove Lane, Wilmington, IL 60481 (MLS# 12693865) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 168 Fossil Cove Lane is currently listed for $279,900 and was received on July 10, 2026. Want to learn more about 168 Fossil Cove Lane? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Wilmington? You can browse all Wilmington real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

