28542 S Walleye Lane, Wilmington, IL 60481
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28542 S Walleye Lane,Wilmington, IL 60481
$359,500
- 2 Beds
- 1 Baths
- 1,386 sq. ft.
- Single family
- Active
Listed by: marlene carlson
Office: homesmart realty group
MLS#:12778809
Source:MLSNI
Price summary
- Price:$359,500
- Price per sq. ft.:$259.38
- Monthly HOA dues:$55
About this home
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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Home facts
- Year built:1969
- Listing ID #:12778809
- Updated:October 07, 2026 at 12:20 PM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:2
- Total bathrooms:1
- Full bathrooms:1
- Rooms Total:5
- Dining Description:Separate Dining Room
- Bathrooms Description:European Shower
- Kitchen Description:Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
- Living area:1,386 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Central Air
- Heating:Natural Gas
- Central air:Yes
Structure and exterior
- Roof:Asphalt
- Year built:1969
- Building area:1,386 sq. ft.
- Lot area:0.52 Acres
- Lot Features:Corner Lot, Irregular Lot, Landscaped, Mature Trees, Water Rights, Wooded
- Architectural Style:Ranch
- Exterior Features:Outdoor Grill
- Foundation Description:Block
- Levels:1 Story
Schools
- High school:Wilmington High School
- Middle school:Wilmington Middle School
- Elementary school:Bruning Elementary School
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$359,500
- Price per sq. ft.:$259.38
- Tax amount:$3,668 (2025)
Parking
- Total parking spaces:4
- Parking description:Detached Garage, Garage, Gravel
- Garage:Yes
- Garage spaces:4
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