NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $455,662 - $480,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,335 Sq Ft
$629/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold August 31, 2023

Last sale price $417,500 $313 Per Sq Ft

Est. 12% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,865/month

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Doorman
  • Fitness Center
  • Whirlpool Bathtub
  • Dewey Elementary School Rated A
  • Wood Flooring
  • Community Indoor Pool

About This Home

As of August 2023

One of the most favored floor plans in the building. Very large and gorgeous renovation unit with Lake and Expansive northeast and west views from this high-floor unit featuring pristine oak floors throughout. Mega living room and Primary bedroom, the kitchen features stainless appliances, glass tile backsplash, stunning thick granite countertops, and a breakfast bar with rich expresso cabinetry. The bath has beautiful tile surrounding a rain shower/tub with large vanity. Two very large closets to store your clothes and Amazon purchases! The bedroom has enough room for a small desk and also faces the views, Murphy bed in 2nd bedroom. Indoor heated parking space 183 and storage space 100. The building has an attached indoor heated parking garage and easy access to public parking garage (fee required). 24-hour door guards, On-site management. Transportation is outside the door with 2 trains: Metra & Purple Line Express, as well as bus stops. Walk to the center of downtown with fun local eateries and bars, for groceries you have Whole Foods & Trader Joe's and 2 Starbucks. The building is a convenient walking distance to Farmer's Market. Enjoy bike paths, and so much more. Don't miss this one. Call it home or rent it out. Priced very well, Super convenient location, will sell quickly. Pictures coming

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Michael Marin

Signature Homes Realty License #471010817 Listed on: 08/03/2023

Last Buyer's Agent

Chengxi Li

Century 21 Realty Associates License #475204981

Century 21 Realty Associates

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,023

Year Built

  • Built in 2003

Lot Details

  • 1.52

HOA Fees

  • $629 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Heated Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Concrete Block And Stucco Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 1,335 Sq Ft Home
  • Family Room
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Storage Room

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Potential Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Whirlpool Bathtub

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

Schools

  • Dewey Elementary School
  • Nichols Middle School
  • Evanston Twp High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Lake Michigan Water

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include heat, air conditioning, water, gas, parking, insurance, security, doorman, tv/cable, exercise facilities, pool, exterior maintenance, lawn care, scavenger, snow removal
  • 203 Units
  • Carolina Cervantez Association, Phone Number (847) 492-0104
  • High-Rise Condominium
  • Optima Views Subdivision
  • Property managed by First Residential
  • 27-Story Property

Amenities

  • Doorman
  • Sundeck
  • Party Room
  • Elevator
  • Service Elevator
  • Community Storage Space

Recreation

  • Community Spa
  • Bike Trail

Pet Policy

  • Pets up to 40 lbs
  • Pet Size Limit
  • Dogs and Cats Allowed

Security

  • Resident Manager or Management On Site

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,023

Year Built

Built in 2003

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$629 per month

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Attached Single
  • Type Attached: Condo,High Rise (7+ Stories)
  • Ownership: Condo
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: Condo,High Rise (7+ Stories)
  • Subdivision Name: Optima Views
  • Year Built: 2003
  • Age: 16-20 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: Commuter Bus,Commuter Train
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Unit Floor Level: 10
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Stories: 27

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
  • Basement: None
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Interior Amenities: Hardwood Floors, Laundry Hook-Up in Unit, Storage
  • LivingArea: 1335
  • Room Type: Balcony/Porch/Lanai, Storage
  • Stories Total: 27
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Description: None
  • Bathroom Amenities: Whirlpool
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Combined w/ LivRm
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Flooring: Carpet
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Plans

Exterior Features

  • ExteriorFeatures: Balcony
  • List Price: 421000
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Concrete

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Number of Cars: 1
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s),Heated
  • Garage On-Site: Yes
  • Garage Type: Attached
  • Parking: Garage

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Pets Allowed: Cats OK, Dogs OK, Size Limit
  • Association Fee: 629
  • Association Amenities: Bike Room/Bike Trails, Door Person, Elevator(s), Exercise Room, Storage, On Site Manager/Engineer, Party Room, Sundeck, Indoor Pool, Service Elevator(s), Spa/Hot Tub
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Management: Manager On-site
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Management Company: First Residential
  • Management Contact Name: Carolina Cervantez
  • Management Phone: 847-492-0104
  • ResoAssociationFeeFrequency: Monthly

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Heat, Air Conditioning, Water, Gas, Parking, Insurance, Security, Doorman, TV/Cable, Exercise Facilities, Pool, Exterior Maintenance, Lawn Care, Scavenger, Snow Removal

Schools

  • Elementary School: Dewey Elementary School
  • High School: Evanston Twp High School
  • Middle/Junior School: Nichols Middle School
  • Middle/Junior School District: 65

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: COMMON
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 2
  • Pets Allowed (Y/N): Yes
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes
  • Max Pet Weight: 40

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 7022.59
  • Tax Year: 2021
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Multi Family

  • Units in Building: 203

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 3, 2023
Closed on
Aug 31, 2023
Sold by
David Alan Utech Trust and Carolyn Lorenz Utech Trust
Bought by
Hu Jiaxin
Seller's Agent
Michael Marin
Signature Homes Realty
Buyer's Agent
Chengxi Li
Century 21 Realty Associates
List Price
$421,000
Sold Price
$417,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$3,500
-0.83%
Views
593
Current Estimated Value
$466,916

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$49,416
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.38%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 2, 2015
Sold by
Utech David A and Utech Carolyn Lorenz
Bought by
Utech David Alan and The David Alan Utech Trust

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 9, 2015
Closed on
Mar 12, 2015
Sold by
Gonzalez Antonio F and Chan Tina
Bought by
Utech David A and Utech Carolyn Lorenz
Seller's Agent
Mary Summerville
Coldwell Banker
Buyer's Agent
Julie McWilliams
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
List Price
$390,000
Sold Price
$365,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$25,000
-6.41%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.42%
Original Mortgage
$346,750
Interest Rate
3.73%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 1, 2012
Closed on
Apr 17, 2013
Sold by
Flood John J and Flood Katharine
Bought by
Gonzalez Antonio F and Chan Tina
Seller's Agent
Michael Marin
Signature Homes Realty
Buyer's Agent
Judy Burke
Coldwell Banker Residential
List Price
$299,700
Sold Price
$307,000
Premium/Discount to List
$7,300
2.44%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.54%
Original Mortgage
$276,300
Interest Rate
3.62%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 16, 2007
Sold by
Gozali Toni
Bought by
Flood John J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$300,000
Interest Rate
6.42%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 23, 2004
Sold by
Luttig Craig and Luttig Marilee
Bought by
Gozali Toni

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$270,000
Interest Rate
4%
Mortgage Type
Unknown

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 3, 2003
Sold by
Optima Maple Evanston Lp
Bought by
Luttig Craig and Luttig Marilee

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$340,724
Interest Rate
5.37%
Mortgage Type
Balloon
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Hu Jiaxin $417,500 None Listed On Document
Utech David Alan -- Attorney
Utech David A -- Fidelity National Title
Gonzalez Antonio F $307,000 Success Title Services Inc
Flood John J $375,000 First American Title
Gozali Toni $337,500 Cti
Luttig Craig $349,500 Multiple
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Utech David A $346,750
Previous Owner Gonzalez Antonio F $276,300
Previous Owner Flood John J $300,000
Previous Owner Gozali Toni $270,000
Previous Owner Luttig Craig $340,724
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/31/2023 08/31/23 Sold $417,500 -0.8% $313 / Sq Ft
08/10/2023 08/10/23 Pending -- -- --
08/03/2023 08/03/23 For Sale $421,000 +15.3% $315 / Sq Ft
03/13/2015 03/13/15 Sold $365,000 -1.1% $273 / Sq Ft
01/24/2015 01/24/15 Pending -- -- --
01/22/2015 01/22/15 Price Changed $369,000 -5.4% $276 / Sq Ft
01/09/2015 01/09/15 For Sale $390,000 +27.0% $292 / Sq Ft
04/17/2013 04/17/13 Sold $307,000 +2.4% $230 / Sq Ft
02/09/2013 02/09/13 Pending -- -- --
02/07/2013 02/07/13 For Sale $299,700 0.0% $224 / Sq Ft
01/23/2013 01/23/13 Pending -- -- --
10/02/2012 10/02/12 Price Changed $299,700 +0.2% $224 / Sq Ft
10/01/2012 10/01/12 For Sale $299,000 -- $224 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $7,617 $34,778 $677 $34,101
2023 $7,284 $34,778 $677 $34,101
2022 $7,284 $34,778 $677 $34,101
2021 $7,023 $29,793 $446 $29,347
2020 $6,989 $29,793 $446 $29,347
2019 $6,830 $32,582 $446 $32,136
2018 $6,933 $28,740 $379 $28,361
2017 $6,768 $28,740 $379 $28,361
2016 $6,641 $28,740 $379 $28,361
2015 $6,293 $26,094 $303 $25,791
2014 $6,248 $26,094 $303 $25,791
2013 -- $26,094 $303 $25,791
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 11838494

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 11-18-117-014-1067