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Property Description
Welcome to this charming vintage farmhouse nestled among mature trees in a peaceful setting along the beautiful Kankakee River "Mill Race" channel. Full of character and timeless appeal, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers a comfortable layout with an eat-in kitchen, separate dining room, inviting living room, and convenient main-level laundry. Numerous updates provide peace of mind while preserving the home's vintage charm, including a brand-new chimney, newer A/C condenser, siding, roof, hot water heater, and more. Outside, the property truly stands out with an impressive two detached garages-a spacious 4-car garage plus a 3-car garage with utilities already ran-offering an abundance of room for vehicles, hobbies, storage, or workspace. A large RV parking pad provides even more flexibility. Surrounded by mature trees and set alongside the scenic Mill Race channel, this property offers a unique combination of character, space, and functionality. With its generous garage space, recent improvements, and charming setting, this farmhouse is ready for its next chapter. Schedule your private tour today!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 528 S Water St
General
- Price: $275,000
- Taxes: $3,730 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12762439
- Updated: 10/4/2026
- Added to Site: 9 day(s) ago
Interior
- Basement: Unfinished
- Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Additional Information
- Other Features: School Bus Service, Flood Zone (Partial)
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 7
- Total Spaces: 7
- Parking Features: Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Location
- Area: Wilmington
- County: Will
- Township: Wilmington
- Driving Directions: Route 102 (S. Water St.), south of Route 53 (Baltimore St.). Home is on the West side of S. Water St.
School Information
- School District: 209U
- Elem School District: 209U
- Midd School District: 209U
- High School District: 209U
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Construction: Cedar, Slate
- Exterior Const.: Cedar, Slate
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Unfinished, Cellar, Full
- Square Feet: 1,260
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Year Built: 1895
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.4
- Lot Size Range: .25 to .49 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 67 x 282 x 94 x 346
Water Features
- Water Front: Yes
- Water Front Name: KANKAKEE
- Water Front View: Back of Property
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Year: 1895
- Tax Amount: $3,730
- Tax Year: 2024
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 317361110070000
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Schools
Schools serving 528 S Water St
School District:Wilmington Community Unit School District 209u
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
L J Stevens Intermediate School 221 Ryan Street, Wilmington, IL 60481 | 2-5 | 0.3 mi |
Bruning Elementary School 1910 Bruning Drive, Wilmington, IL 60481 | PK-1 | 1.5 mi |
Wilmington Middle School 715 South Joliet Street, Wilmington, IL 60481 | 6-8 | 0.3 mi |
Wilmington High School 209 Wildcat Court, Wilmington, IL 60481 | 9-12 | 0.8 mi |
Disclaimer:
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Price & Sales History for 528 S Water St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
9/28/2026
Listed
$275,000
25%
MLS
4/22/2025
Sold
$220,000
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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 528 S Water St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$3,657
—
$59,440
4%
2025
$3,657
2%
$57,264
6%
2023
$3,581
7%
$54,253
10%
2022
$3,332
—
$49,128
7%
2022
$3,332
19%
$45,850
11%
2020
$2,811
1%
$41,196
2%
2019
$2,772
2%
$40,384
2%
2018
$2,713
-30%
$39,464
-26%
2017
$3,865
11%
$53,230
9%
2016
$3,495
-1%
$48,902
2%
2015
$3,514
-1%
$47,733
-1%
2014
$3,554
-2%
$48,215
-6%
2013
$3,622
—
$51,380
-5%
2012
$3,607
—
$54,227
—
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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Estimate the Cost for 528 S Water St
528 S Water Street, Wilmington, IL 60481 (MLS# 12762439) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 528 S Water Street is currently listed for $275,000 and was received on September 28, 2026. Want to learn more about 528 S Water Street? 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.

