286 Fossil Ridge Road — Wilmington, IL 60481
Active Under Contract
Wilmington, IL 60481

286 Fossil Ridge Road

$325,000
3 beds · 3 baths · 1,800 sqft
Listed at $325,000 41 days on market $4,840/yr taxes
01About this home

Waterfront living at its best in the sought-after Shadow Lakes community! This spacious 3-4 bedroom, 2.5 bath home offers approximately 1,800 sq ft of living space with a finished basement and incredible views right from your backyard. Inside, you'll find vaulted ceilings, a main-level bedroom and full bath, first-floor laundry, and a well-designed kitchen with plenty of space for dining and gathering. The finished basement adds even more flexibility with additional bedrooms, a family room, office, and ample storage. Two fireplaces create a warm and inviting atmosphere year-round. Step outside to enjoy the deck, balcony, and fire pit overlooking the water-perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The garden and flower beds are already waiting you. Outdoor attached storage shed and a firewood chute for easy transport. Features to mention: Sprayfoam insulation throughout. AC/ Furnace in 2026, Ejector pump in 2026, Roof in 2025, Tankless Hotwater Heater. All Electric - No gas or propane bills. Solar Panel contract info can be shared and is transferable and reasonable for new buyer. Located in a private, gated resort-style community, Shadow Lakes offers unmatched amenities including multiple lakes and channels for boating and fishing, clubhouse, pools, beach, golf cart paths, sports courts, and year-round activities. Whether you're looking for a full-time home or a weekend escape, this property delivers the perfect blend of comfort, space, and outdoor lifestyle-all just a short drive from I-55 and under an hour from Chicago. Please note that lot sizes and square footage are estimated. Please contact the HOA to learn about attached garage possibilities. This home is all electric with solar panels.

02Inside the home
03By the numbers
$325,000
List price
1,800
Square feet
3
Bedrooms
2 full / 1 half
Bathrooms
1999
Year built
Lot size
4
Garage spaces
$4,840
Annual taxes
Detached Single
Style
41
Days on market
04Features
Heating
Electric
Cooling
Central Air
Appliances
MicrowaveDishwasherRefrigeratorWasherDryerElectric CooktopElectric Oven
Parking
AsphaltUnassignedOwned
Construction
Vinyl Siding
Equipment
Water Heater-Electric
Sewer
Public Sewer
05Neighborhood
This home MMiddle schoolHHigh school
E Elementary school
Reed-Custer Primary School
Wilmington, IL
M Middle school
Reed-Custer Middle School
Wilmington, IL
📍1.7 mi🚗5 min🚶42 min
H High school
Reed-Custer High School
Wilmington, IL
📍1.6 mi🚗4 min🚶39 min
  • McDonald's 1.1 mi
  • Polk-A-Dot Drive In 1.2 mi
  • The Korner Keg 1.3 mi
  • Main Street Pizzeria & Grille 1.3 mi
  • Berkot's Super Foods 1.2 mi
  • Casey's General Store 1.2 mi
  • Minit Mart 1.3 mi
  • Shell 1.3 mi
  • Old Smokey City Park 1.1 mi
  • Braidwood City Park 1.1 mi
  • Lions' Kiddie Park 1.3 mi
  • Nothing surfaced nearby in our maps data.
POI data via Mapbox · OpenStreetMap contributors
06History

Every event we have for this address, straight from the MLS.

May 1, 2026
Listed for saleThis listing
Hexagon Real Estate
$325,000
Sourced from MRED. Older events appear here as our history backfill completes.
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Listed by Hexagon Real Estate · Diane Martin · 815-735-0402
MLS data provided through MLS GRID · MRED MLS · MLS# MRD12619089
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