$1,125,000
SOLD APR 26, 2022
3 Beds
3 Baths
2,735 Sq Ft
$1,370/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$411 Per Sq Ft

5% Below List Price

10 Days on Market

Highlights

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

About This Home

As of April 2022

Breathtaking panoramic water views from floor to ceiling windows in this high floor 3 bedroom 3 bath condo (2 parking 3 storage). Unmatched 280-degree views east over downtown Evanston to the lake, gazing North to the North Shore and south to the magnificent Chicago skyline. Captivating views that will impress any guest! But it's not just the views. This is a Mega -unit that looks like a Penthouse unit & behaves like a Single Family Home within the soft clouds & blue sky. Feel comfort in your unique abode with rooms that are bigger than the typical 10-Tier unit. This is NOT your typical condo situation. You must see for yourself. In our pre-showing assessment," it looks like no one ever lived here" yes the owner has been traveling to 100 countries and rarely has stayed here and it has been gingerly utilized. The unit was freshly painted, deep cleaned, and new luxury carpet recently installed along with light fixtures. The large units approaching 3,000 square feet are a very rare find in Downtown Evanston core area.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Michael Marin

Signature Homes Realty License #471010817 Listed on: 03/25/2022

Last Buyer's Agent

Caryl Dillon

Compass License #475124377

Compass

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $19,598

Year Built

  • Built in 2003

HOA Fees

  • $1,370 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Transmitter
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Concrete Block And Stucco Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 2,735 Sq Ft Home
  • Combination Dining and Living Room

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

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

Laundry

  • Laundry in unit
  • 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
  • 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

$19,598

Year Built

Built in 2003

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$1,370 per month

Parking

2

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 Train
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Unit Floor Level: 13
  • New Construction Y/N: No
  • 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: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • LivingArea: 2735
  • Other Equipment: Fire Sprinklers
  • Room Type: No additional rooms
  • Stories Total: 27
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Assessed Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Description: None
  • Bathroom Amenities: Separate Shower,Double Sink
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Combined w/ LivRm
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Sq Ft: 0

Exterior Features

  • ExteriorFeatures: Balcony
  • List Price: 1189800
  • Lot Features: Common Grounds
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Concrete

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Number of Cars: 2
  • Garage Details: Transmitter(s)
  • Garage On-Site: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Attached
  • Parking: Garage

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air, Zoned
  • Laundry Features: In Unit
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Pets Allowed: Cats OK, Dogs OK, Size Limit
  • Association Fee: 1370
  • 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
  • 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: 19597.96
  • Tax Year: 2020
  • Tax Exemptions: None

Multi Family

  • Units in Building: 203

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 25, 2022
Closed on
Apr 26, 2022
Sold by
Nancy Lynn I Liestand Living Trust
Bought by
Ispas Mihai Dan and Ispas Anca
Seller's Agent
Michael Marin
Signature Homes Realty
Buyer's Agent
Caryl Dillon
Compass
List Price
$1,189,800
Sold Price
$1,125,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$64,800
-5.45%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.27%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 7, 2016
Sold by
Hiestand Nancy Lynn
Bought by
Livin Hiestand Nancy Lynn and Nancy Lynn Hiestand 2015 Living Trust

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$450,000
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 18, 2003
Sold by
Optima Maple Evanston Lp
Bought by
Hiestand Nancy Lynn

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$659,197
Interest Rate
5.3%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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

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)

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 $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

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 11345145

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 11-18-117-014-1088