Optima Views 1720 Maple Ave Unit 1270 Evanston, IL 60201
Downtown Evanston Neighborhood
1
Bed
1
Bath
700
Sq Ft
$426/mo
HOA Fee
Highlights
- Doorman
- Fitness Center
- Party Room
- Dewey Elementary School Rated A
- Community Indoor Pool
- Sundeck
About This Home
As of June 2024"Welcome to Heavenston, where serenity meets luxury! Great opportunity to live in one of the premier amenity buildings in the heart of downtown Evanston. Enjoy beautiful unobstructed lake and city views from this spacious one-bedroom unit appointed with open concept, light-filled rooms, tall ceilings, indoor heated parking space # 37 and storage locker #174, in-unit laundry, a private balcony, and new gray vinyl hard flooring. 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 the new 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, and highly-rated restaurants and shopping. PRICED TO SELL! We have tenants for investors ready to go or if primary residence you can move in after June 7th. Current assessment $425.67 (Cable $59.65 + Assessment $366.02 = $425.67 Total Assessment) Model unit video is of a similar tier unit. Seller's Market in this building. Artwork professionally appointed by Mina Studios
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Signature Homes Realty License #471010817 Listed on: 04/29/2024
Property Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Est. Annual Taxes
- $4,532
Year Built
- Built in 2003
HOA Fees
- $426 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- Heated Garage
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Brick Exterior Construction
Interior Spaces
- 700 Sq Ft Home
- Storage
- Washer and Dryer Hookup
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
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 29, 2024
Closed on
Jun 12, 2024
Sold by
1270 Bwl Llc
Bought by
Anderson Richard
Seller's Agent
Michael Marin
Signature Homes Realty
Buyer's Agent
Kevin Turner
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$328,000
Sold Price
$328,000
Views
22
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.57%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 21, 2023
Sold by
Levi Gabriel
Bought by
1270 Bwi Llc
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 23, 2016
Closed on
Nov 29, 2016
Sold by
Wang Yeqing
Bought by
Levi Gabriel
Seller's Agent
Michael Marin
Signature Homes Realty
Buyer's Agent
Michael Marin
Signature Homes Realty
List Price
$263,500
Sold Price
$263,500
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.90%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 4, 2008
Sold by
Kim Martin and Kim Julie
Bought by
Wang Yeqing
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$12,150
Interest Rate
5%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 2, 2003
Sold by
Optima Maple Evanston Lp
Bought by
Kim Martin and Kim Julie
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$152,300
Interest Rate
5.37%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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
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)
Tax History Compared to Growth
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
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Michael Marin
Seller's Agent in 2025
Michael Marin
Signature Homes Realty
(847) 312-1014
45 in this area
55 Total Sales
-
Kevin Turner
Buyer's Agent in 2024
Kevin Turner
@ Properties
(312) 313-9272
1 in this area
55 Total Sales
-
N
Buyer's Agent in 2018
Natalia Ignatyeva
Baird Warner
-
Mario Giannelli
Buyer's Agent in 2016
Mario Giannelli
Baird Warner
(847) 951-3059
8 in this area
39 Total Sales
About Optima Views
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12037415
APN: 11-18-117-014-1086
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