Home Details for 2 Elmwood Avenue

Welcome to your own private retreat in Shorewood Subdivision! This cute 3 bedroom home is just steps away from the beautiful Kankakee River. Step inside the front French doors and you'll immediately appreciate the huge living room, offering plenty of space for entertaining, family gatherings, or simply relaxing. In addition to the three bedrooms, you'll also find a dedicated office, perfect for working from home, plus an additional bonus room that can easily serve as a playroom, game room, hobby space, or even be converted into a 4th bedroom to fit your family's needs. Major improvements provide peace of mind, including a brand-new Class 3 impact-resistant roof with premium shingles on both the home and garage, just completed in June 2026. Additional updates include new siding (2023), a commercial-grade water filtration system (2024), and a new well jet pump and bladder tank and septic field(2025) housed in a heated pump house. Step outside and enjoy the many recent outdoor enhancements, including new sod in back, along with the deck, privacy fence, and tree house, all completed in May 2025. Whether you're entertaining, relaxing, or watching the kids play, this backyard is ready to enjoy. Inside, you'll appreciate the flexibility and efficiency of multiple heating options, including a wood pellet stove installed in 2023 and high-efficiency heat pump split units installed in fall 2025. Car enthusiasts, hobbyists, and outdoor adventurers will love the impressive 24' x 36' insulated outbuilding with heat available, offering endless possibilities for vehicle storage, a workshop, or all your recreational toys. The property also features upgraded 200-amp electrical service (2023), an additional 100-amp service in the garage, plus an EV charger and RV outlet for ultimate convenience. One of the greatest perks of living in Shorewood is the exclusive community access. For just $75 per year, residents enjoy private use of the neighborhood park, pavilion, concrete boat ramp, and beach. Because these amenities are reserved exclusively for Shorewood homeowners, you'll enjoy a peaceful, private setting without the crowds. Even better, this stretch of river features 100% sandy bottom with no rocks, making it ideal for swimming, wading, and endless summer fun. If you've been dreaming of a move-in-ready home that offers modern upgrades, incredible storage, and a true river lifestyle, this Shorewood gem is one you won't want to miss!

• Heating Information

  • Propane
  • Other

• Cooling Information

  • Wall Unit(s)

• Water Features

  • Well

• Basement

  • None