Optima Views 1720 Maple Ave Unit 1270 Evanston, IL 60201
Downtown Evanston NeighborhoodEstimated payment $2,872/month
Total Views
8,293
1
Bed
1
Bath
700
Sq Ft
$517
Price per Sq Ft
Highlights
- Doorman
- Fitness Center
- Party Room
- Dewey Elementary School Rated A
- Community Indoor Pool
- Sundeck
About This Home
"Welcome to Heavenston, where serenity meets luxury! Great opportunity to live in one of the premier amenity buildings in the heart of downtown Evanston. Inspirational & motivational views to start your day & reset your mind & wellness in a pedestrian green tree-lined street with cute international cafes. Feel like you are on vacation in your own home! This one-bedroom unit is appointed with an open concept, light-filled rooms, tall ceilings, an indoor heated parking space # 37, and storage locker #174, in-unit laundry, a private balcony, and new gray vinyl hard flooring. Leather sofas are included in the sale of the property. Unit comes FULLY furnished. Heat, gas, water, and basic cable/Internet are included in the assessment. Well-managed building with amenities that include 24-hour door staff, pool, jacuzzi, fitness center, indoor heated parking garage, 4th-floor deck with Room & Board patio furniture, a business center, and a bike room. The Optima Views building received the Distinguished Building Award from the Chicago Chapter of the American Institute of Architects in 2005. Outstanding downtown Evanston location close to public transportation: CTA (Purple Line), Metra train, and Bus transit to the airport & malls. The building is a convenient walking distance to Farmer's Market, Top Tier Medical campus, and 12-screen AMC movie theatre across the street. Walk to the center of downtown with fun local eateries and bars, for groceries you have Whole Foods & Trader Joe's and 2 Starbucks. Evanston is one of the Chicago area's premier & sought-after neighborhoods with easy access to the Lakefront, beaches, Music and performing venues, spas, Northwestern Hospital, highly-rated restaurants, outdoor dining, and shopping. PRICED TO SELL! Seller's Market in this building. Reserves: $2,540,651.37. Model Pictures 2-32 are virtually staged
Property Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Est. Annual Taxes
- $4,723
Year Built
- Built in 2003
HOA Fees
- $505 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 1 Car Garage
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Brick Exterior Construction
Interior Spaces
- 700 Sq Ft Home
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Storage
- Laundry Room
Flooring
- Ceramic Tile
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 1 Bedroom
- 1 Potential Bedroom
- 1 Full Bathroom
Outdoor Features
Schools
- Dewey Elementary School
- Nichols Middle School
- Evanston Twp High School
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Radiant Heating System
- Lake Michigan Water
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) 491-0104
- 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
Map
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $4,723 | $19,510 | $380 | $19,130 |
| 2023 | $4,532 | $19,510 | $380 | $19,130 |
| 2022 | $4,532 | $19,510 | $380 | $19,130 |
| 2021 | $4,435 | $16,713 | $250 | $16,463 |
| 2020 | $4,376 | $16,713 | $250 | $16,463 |
| 2019 | $4,283 | $18,278 | $250 | $18,028 |
| 2018 | $4,417 | $16,122 | $212 | $15,910 |
| 2017 | $4,302 | $16,122 | $212 | $15,910 |
| 2016 | $4,080 | $16,122 | $212 | $15,910 |
| 2015 | $3,925 | $14,638 | $170 | $14,468 |
| 2014 | $3,888 | $14,638 | $170 | $14,468 |
| 2013 | $3,798 | $14,638 | $170 | $14,468 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/17/2025 07/17/25 | For Sale | $362,000 | +10.4% | $517 / Sq Ft |
| 06/13/2024 06/13/24 | Sold | $328,000 | 0.0% | $469 / Sq Ft |
| 06/13/2024 06/13/24 | For Sale | $328,000 | 0.0% | $469 / Sq Ft |
| 06/03/2024 06/03/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/30/2024 05/30/24 | For Sale | $328,000 | 0.0% | $469 / Sq Ft |
| 05/16/2024 05/16/24 | Off Market | $328,000 | -- | -- |
| 04/29/2024 04/29/24 | For Sale | $328,000 | 0.0% | $469 / Sq Ft |
| 05/02/2023 05/02/23 | Rented | $2,300 | +5.7% | -- |
| 05/01/2023 05/01/23 | Off Market | $2,175 | -- | -- |
| 04/29/2023 04/29/23 | For Rent | $2,175 | +2.6% | -- |
| 05/16/2022 05/16/22 | Rented | $2,120 | 0.0% | -- |
| 05/14/2022 05/14/22 | For Rent | $2,120 | +3.7% | -- |
| 07/31/2020 07/31/20 | Rented | $2,045 | +1.0% | -- |
| 07/31/2020 07/31/20 | For Rent | $2,025 | 0.0% | -- |
| 07/16/2020 07/16/20 | Off Market | $2,025 | -- | -- |
| 06/17/2020 06/17/20 | For Rent | $2,025 | +2.5% | -- |
| 08/23/2018 08/23/18 | Rented | $1,975 | +5.3% | -- |
| 08/05/2018 08/05/18 | For Rent | $1,875 | 0.0% | -- |
| 07/26/2018 07/26/18 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/16/2018 07/16/18 | For Rent | $1,875 | 0.0% | -- |
| 12/01/2016 12/01/16 | For Sale | $263,500 | 0.0% | $376 / Sq Ft |
| 11/30/2016 11/30/16 | Sold | $263,500 | 0.0% | $376 / Sq Ft |
| 10/23/2016 10/23/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/23/2016 10/23/16 | For Sale | $263,500 | 0.0% | $376 / Sq Ft |
| 08/16/2016 08/16/16 | Rented | $1,950 | 0.0% | -- |
| 08/15/2016 08/15/16 | For Rent | $1,950 | 0.0% | -- |
| 06/19/2016 06/19/16 | Off Market | $1,950 | -- | -- |
| 06/14/2016 06/14/16 | For Rent | $1,950 | -- | -- |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $328,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | $263,500 | Chicago Title | |
| Warranty Deed | $243,000 | First American Title | |
| Special Warranty Deed | $190,500 | Multiple |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $170,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $182,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $12,150 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $194,400 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $152,300 | Unknown |
Source: Public Records
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Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
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APN: 11-18-117-014-1086
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