| Name | Shady Oaks |
| Type of community | All-ages community ? |
| Lot rent range | $500 - $1,300 |
| Office Phone | (815) 467-4450 |
| Total # of lots | 364 |
| Pet policy |
Pet friendly Two pet maximum |
| Community owner type | Company, privately held |
| Property manager on site | |
| Year built | 1981 |
| Water type | City |
| Sewer type | City provided |
| Street width | Average |
| Parking | Off-street |
| Street type | Paved |
| Climate Zone Rating | COLD |
The lot rent ranges from $500 - $1,300 per month and includes:
| Trash pickup | Water | Sewer |
Shady Oaks is an all-ages community in Minooka, in Grundy County southwest of Chicago. The park sits in a region with good access to I-80 and regional shopping and services. Lot rent includes trash pickup, water, and sewer, which simplifies monthly budgeting.
The community welcomes pets-up to two per household-making it a practical choice for residents with animals. With 364 lots and an on-site property manager, there’s a stable, established feel to the park.
Lot rent ranges from $500 to $1,300 monthly, depending on lot size and location within the community. The park was built in 1981 and operates with city water and sewer service. Off-street parking and paved streets keep the grounds accessible year-round in the cold climate zone.
Beyond the basics, residents have access to a fitness center, swimming pool, clubhouse, and recreation facilities-plus practical amenities like laundry facilities and RV parking.
| Fitness center | Kids playscape | Clubhouse |
| Recreation facilities | Swimming pool | RV parking |
| Laundry facilities | Library | Sidewalks |
| Kitchen | Picnic area | Playground |
Shady Oaks is located in Climate Zone 5. A COLD climate is defined as a region with between 5,400 and 9,000 heating degree days (65°F basis).
Knowing your area’s climate zone (as assigned by the U.S. Department of Energy’s Building America Program into one of eight zones), can help you predict your heating and cooling needs. Humidity and temperature can of course vary, even by county.
The Building America COLD climate zone corresponds to the portions of IECC zone 5 and 6.
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