Escape to your own private riverfront retreat! Nestled beside a serene park and lush forest preserve, this rare 2.72-acre property offers over 530 feet of breathtaking Kankakee River frontage, complete with a private boat launch perfect for fishing, kayaking, or simply enjoying the peaceful water views. A long private lane leads to a mostly-brick ranch home that is far more spacious than it appears from the front. The main home features a cozy living room with a wood-burning fireplace and a massive Florida/Sunroom with a wood-burning stove and panoramic views of the river. The fully finished basement expands the living space dramatically, offering 3 additional bedrooms, 1 additonal full bath, a rec room, kitchenette, dining area, wine cellar, and a custom bar-ideal for entertaining or multi-generational living. For even more flexibility, there's an attached 1-bedroom, 1-bath (bath recently updated) studio apartment with a full kitchen, living room, and its own private deck overlooking the river. Whether you're seeking related living, guest quarters, or rental potential, this space adds incredible value. A 40 x 60 outbuilding with three overhead doors provides endless storage or workshop potential. With unmatched privacy, natural beauty, and unique living spaces, this one-of-a-kind riverfront property is a must-see for anyone looking to live, relax, and entertain in their own private oasis. This home is zoned agricultural and horses are welcome. New roof in 2023. Home and property being sold as-is.
HUGE BRICK RANCH W/FULL FINISHED BASEMENT ON 3.13 ACRES SITTING ON THE KANKAKEE RIVER W/530' OF FRONTAGE!!! ENJOY THE FLORIDA RM, LL REC. RM W/BAR & MULTI-LEVEL DECK NEXT TO FOREST PRESERVE.THIS HOME HAS 4BR & 3BTH WICH INCLUDES THE 1 BR APT WITH KITCHEN FOR RELATED LIVING. HORSE'S ARE WELCOME, ZONED AGRICULTURAL,W/40 X 60 OUT BUILDING. LOADED WITH EXTRAS and new roof. finished bsmnt. Beautiful!!!!
Public Records
Dec 31, 2008
Sold
$380,000
$127/sq ft
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #06907375
Dec 31, 2008
Listing Removed
—
Dec 31, 2008
Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)
$380,000
$127/sq ft
Jun 25, 2008
Contingent
—
May 26, 2008
Listed
$399,900
$133/sq ft
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #06716185
Apr 29, 2008
Listing Removed
—
Oct 29, 2007
Listed
*
Public Records
Dec 2, 2005
Sold
$350,000
$117/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 29, 2004
Sold
$235,000
$78/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 23, 1993
Sold
$175,000
$58/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$7,517 (−0.5%)
$23,635 + $95,298
$118,933
2023
$7,556 (+7.7%)
$23,635 + $95,298
$118,933
2022
$7,015 (+8.7%)
$21,664 + $87,349
$109,013
2021
$6,453 (+4.3%)
$19,563 + $78,878
$98,441
2020
$6,188
$18,499 + $74,589
$93,088
2019
$6,186 (−0.6%)
$18,499 + $74,589
$93,088
2018
$6,223 (+0.5%)
$18,499 + $74,589
$93,088
2017
$6,193 (+8.2%)
$18,341 + $73,953
$92,294
2015
$5,722 (+6.6%)
$17,565 + $70,823
$88,388
2013
$5,369 (−0.5%)
$16,315 + $65,783
$82,098
2012
$5,397 (+2.8%)
$17,403 + $70,169
$87,572
2011
$5,252 (−2.4%)
$18,849 + $75,998
$94,847
2010
$5,382 (+2.4%)
$19,999 + $80,634
$100,633
2008
$5,255 (+43.1%)
$19,999 + $80,634
$100,633
2007
$3,673
$11,532 + $61,634
$73,166
Tax history for 35110 S Rivals Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$7,517 (−0.5%)
$23,635 + $95,298
$118,933
2023
$7,556 (+7.7%)
$23,635 + $95,298
$118,933
2022
$7,015 (+8.7%)
$21,664 + $87,349
$109,013
2021
$6,453 (+4.3%)
$19,563 + $78,878
$98,441
2020
$6,188
$18,499 + $74,589
$93,088
2019
$6,186 (−0.6%)
$18,499 + $74,589
$93,088
2018
$6,223 (+0.5%)
$18,499 + $74,589
$93,088
2017
$6,193 (+8.2%)
$18,341 + $73,953
$92,294
2015
$5,722 (+6.6%)
$17,565 + $70,823
$88,388
2013
$5,369 (−0.5%)
$16,315 + $65,783
$82,098
2012
$5,397 (+2.8%)
$17,403 + $70,169
$87,572
2011
$5,252 (−2.4%)
$18,849 + $75,998
$94,847
2010
$5,382 (+2.4%)
$19,999 + $80,634
$100,633
2008
$5,255 (+43.1%)
$19,999 + $80,634
$100,633
2007
$3,673
$11,532 + $61,634
$73,166
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
6
Baths
3
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
118,483
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
3,000
Year built
1972
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Will County
APN
0825191000010000
Parking Spaces
4
Basement
Yes
Accessible
No
HOA Dues
—
Garage
Yes
Features
Views, Waterfront, Pool
Last updated by owner on Jan 24, 2026.
A-1
Agricultural District
The A-1 zoning district is primarily intended to help accommodate, promote and preserve agriculture and farming as economically desirable businesses and a key determinant of the county's rural character, while also respecting the property rights of farmers.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Greenhouse / nursery
Winery & vineyard
Community / recreation center
Garden center
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Educational/school
Agriculture-Cropland
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Garage Spaces: 4
# of Parking (Total): 4
Parking Features: Asphalt, Gravel, No Garage, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 3
Basement Bathrooms (Y/N): Yes
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
# of Bedrooms Possible: 6
# of Bedrooms (Below Grade): 3
Room Information
Room Type: Sun Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 18 x 24
Flooring: Other
Room Information
Room Type: Bar/Entertainment
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 11 x 27
Flooring: Wood Laminate
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 5
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 10 x 10
Flooring: Vinyl
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 6
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 10 x 10
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Kitchen- 2nd
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 10 x 10
Flooring: Ceramic Tile
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Main
Dimensions: 12 x 16
Flooring: Carpet
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Main
Dimensions: 10 x 11
Flooring: Carpet
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 4
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 12 x 13
Flooring: Vinyl
Room Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 18 x 18
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Family Room
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 15 x 22
Flooring: Wood Laminate
Room Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Level: Main
Dimensions: 12 x 14
Flooring: Ceramic Tile
Room Information
Room Type: Laundry
Room Information
Room Type: Living Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 18 x 21
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Level: Main
Dimensions: 12 x 21
Flooring: Hardwood
Bath: None
Additional Rooms Information
Attic: Unfinished
Dining Room: Separate
Basement: Finished, Full
Interior Features
Interior Features: 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath
# of Rooms: 11
Window Features: Screens
Flooring: Hardwood
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Location: Living Room,Other
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
Exterior
Exterior Features
Pool Features: Above Ground
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Screened
Exterior Features: Boat Slip
Building Information
Living Area Source: Estimated
Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
Roof: Asphalt
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Brick
Property Information
Property Type: Detached Single
Property Type: 1 Story
Ownership: Fee Simple
Property Currently Being Leased: No
Rebuilt (Y/N): No
Rehab (Y/N): No
General Information: School Bus Service
Parcel Number: 0825191000010000
Lot Information
View: Water
Dimensions: 553X530X600
Lot Size: 3.0-3.99 Acres
Lot Features: Wooded
WaterfrontYN: Yes
Waterfront Features: River Front
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $7,556
Tax Year: 2023
Tax Exemptions: Homeowner
Financial Information
Finance Code: Conventional
Special Service Area: N
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Sewer: Septic Tank
Electric: 200+ Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Electric, Radiant
Cooling: Wall Unit(s)
Location
Community Information
Community Features: Water Rights
Homeowners Association Information
Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
School Information
Elementary School District: 209U
Middle Or Junior School District: 209U
High School District: 209U
Location Information
Township: Wesley
Corporate Limits: Unincorporated
Directions: take 102 south of Wilmington TO RIVALS RD south -go all the way to end by Forest preserve-dr. on rt
Public facts
Beds: 6
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,000
Stories: 1.0
Parking Spaces: 4
Basement: Yes
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 2.72 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1972
Year Renovated: —
County: Will County
APN: 0825191000010000
HOA Dues: —
Garage: Yes
Features: Views, Waterfront, Pool
Home facts updated by owner on Jan 24, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Holds Earnest Money: Yes
Possession: Closing
Some Photos Virtually Staged?: No
Teams Information
Buyer Team Name: Farm Ranch Team
Around this home
Schools
Bruning Elementary School
Public PreK-1 • Assigned • 2.5mi
Wilmington Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.9mi
7/10
Wilmington High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.9mi
5/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 104° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Wilmington, IL • 60481
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.3 hours in
June and 3.5 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
10.3 hrs
3.5 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$426,000 – $515,000
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