$1,450,000

Estimated payment $11,883/month

3 Beds
3 Baths
3,735 Sq Ft
$388 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Doorman
  • Fitness Center
  • Community Indoor Pool
  • Dewey Elementary School Rated A
  • Wood Flooring
  • Party Room

About This Home

Optima Views Where Modern Luxury Living Meets Timeless Evanston Charm in this unique Penthouse-like unit. 2 combined units originally from acclaimed architect, original owner. Nothing like this on the current market. Remodeled unit with in-unit laundry, 2 indoor parking spaces (161 & 163) and 3 storage lockers (26, 134 & 135). Huge Professional space for remote work or launching your new company. European spa in the primary bedroom, the secondary bedrooms are large for Optima Views. Preferred 10 tier layout, feels like a Single-Family unit in the sky. A visual delight, space, location, 280-degree views & luxury lifestyle. 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. Heat, basic cable/internet & gas are included in the assessment. 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 a 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. A true feeling of wellness with a Walk Score 97: Walker's Paradise - Daily errands do not require a car :) directly benefits your "health and wellness." Bike Score 95: Biker's Paradise - Feels like Europe or Asia with bike paths. Seller's Market in this building. Owner will pay for the remaining Special Assessment of $11,587.50 (Due July 1, 2025). Reserves: $2,540,651.37.

Listing Agent

Michael Marin

Signature Homes Realty License #471010817 Listed on: 06/25/2025

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $21,151

Year Built

  • Built in 2003

HOA Fees

  • $2,042 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Concrete Block And Stucco Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 3,735 Sq Ft Home
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • High End Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Potential Bedrooms
  • 3 Full Bathrooms
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

Outdoor Features

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling 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
  • High-Rise Condominium
  • Optima Views Subdivision
  • Property managed by First Residential
  • 27-Story Property

Amenities

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

Recreation

  • Community Spa
  • Bike Trail

Pet Policy

  • Pets up to 40 lbs
  • Limit on the number of pets
  • Pet Size Limit
  • Dogs and Cats Allowed

Security

  • Resident Manager or Management On Site
  • Fire Sprinkler System

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$21,151

Year Built

Built in 2003

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$2,042 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Attached Single
  • Type Attached: Condo,High Rise (7+ Stories)
  • Ownership: Condo
  • EntryLevel: 13
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: Condo,High Rise (7+ Stories)
  • Subdivision Name: Optima Views
  • Year Built: 2003
  • Age: 21-25 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: Commuter Train
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Stories: 27

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
  • Basement: None
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • LivingArea: 3735
  • Other Equipment: Fire Sprinklers
  • Room Type: No additional rooms
  • Stories Total: 27
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Bathroom Amenities: Separate Shower
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Sq Ft: 0

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Concrete
  • ExteriorFeatures: Balcony
  • List Price: 1450000
  • Lot Features: Common Grounds
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 2

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air, Zoned
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Pets Allowed: Cats OK, Dogs OK, Number Limit, Size Limit
  • Association Fee: 2042
  • 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: 847-491-0104

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: Y

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: 21151
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Exemptions: None

Multi Family

  • Units in Building: 203

Map

Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

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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 $21,151 $87,370 $1,701 $85,669
2023 $20,295 $87,370 $1,701 $85,669
2022 $20,295 $87,370 $1,701 $85,669
2021 $19,863 $74,848 $1,122 $73,726
2020 $19,598 $74,848 $1,122 $73,726
2019 $19,179 $81,856 $1,122 $80,734
2018 $19,781 $72,202 $952 $71,250
2017 $18,364 $72,202 $952 $71,250
2016 $17,640 $72,202 $952 $71,250
2015 $16,874 $65,554 $762 $64,792
2014 $16,728 $65,554 $762 $64,792
2013 $16,327 $65,554 $762 $64,792
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/26/2025 06/26/25 For Sale $1,450,000 0.0% $388 / Sq Ft
08/28/2023 08/28/23 Rented $7,950 0.0% --
07/27/2023 07/27/23 Price Changed $7,950 -6.5% $3 / Sq Ft
07/08/2023 07/08/23 For Rent $8,500 0.0% --
04/26/2022 04/26/22 Sold $1,125,000 -5.4% $411 / Sq Ft
04/11/2022 04/11/22 For Sale $1,189,800 +5.8% $435 / Sq Ft
04/05/2022 04/05/22 Off Market $1,125,000 -- --
04/05/2022 04/05/22 Pending -- -- --
03/25/2022 03/25/22 For Sale $1,189,800 -- $435 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $1,125,000 None Listed On Document
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Attorney
Special Warranty Deed $1,115,500 First American Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $450,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $322,700 Unknown
Previous Owner $659,197 Unknown
Source: Public Records

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Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12396006

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 11-18-117-014-1088