$318,000
SOLD AUG 6, 2024
1 Bed
1 Bath
900 Sq Ft
$553/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$353 Per Sq Ft

3% Below List Price

20 Days on Market

Highlights

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

About This Home

As of August 2024

INVESTORS ONLY! 2-year lease ready to go, Long-term renter Pre-screened. Spacious 1 bedroom unit with beautiful views of the North Shore, the family room flows nicely off of the kitchen and features floor-to-ceiling windows, light-filled rooms, in-unit washer/dryer. Indoor parking space #76 & storage locker # 3. Assessment includes basic cable/Internet and gas. Well-managed building with amenities that include 24-hour door staff, On-site management, fitness center, indoor pool, hot tub, 4th-floor deck, an attached indoor heated parking garage, and easy access to a public parking garage (fee required). Public transportation is outside the door with 2 trains: Metra & Purple Line Express, as well as CTA bus stops. The Optima Views building received the Distinguished Building Award from the Chicago Chapter of the American Institute of Architects in 2005. The building is a convenient walking distance to Fun local eateries, bars, Whole Foods, Trader Joe's, 2 Starbucks, Farmer's Market, the new AMC Theatres, bike paths, and so much more. Super convenient location. Virtual Model pictures and video are from a similar tier unit, is the same floor plan. #1031 Exchange. The current lease extended to July 14, 2026. Rent schedule: Current rent $2,300 with Parking. $2,375 as of July 15, 2024, and $2,425 as of July 15, 2025. Seller's Market in this building

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Michael Marin

Signature Homes Realty License #471010817

Last Buyer's Agent

Shara Fata

Hashlang, Inc. License #475130067

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,108

Year Built

  • Built in 2002

HOA Fees

  • $553 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

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

Interior Spaces

  • 900 Sq Ft Home
  • Entrance Foyer

Kitchen

  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Potential Bedroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 1 Full Bathroom
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

Outdoor Features

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • 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
  • Property managed by First Service 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
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire Sprinkler System

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,108

Year Built

Built in 2002

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$553 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)
  • Year Built: 2002
  • Age: 21-25 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: Commuter Bus,Commuter Train,Interstate Access
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Unit Floor Level: 17
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Stories: 27

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
  • Basement: None
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 1
  • Interior Amenities: Laundry Hook-Up in Unit
  • LivingArea: 900
  • Other Equipment: Fire Sprinklers, CO Detectors
  • Room Type: Balcony/Porch/Lanai, Foyer, Walk In Closet
  • Stories Total: 27
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Description: None
  • Bathroom Amenities: Separate Shower
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Sq Ft: 0

Exterior Features

  • List Price: 328000
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Glass,Concrete

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • ParkingTotal: 1
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s),Transmitter(s)
  • Garage On-Site: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Attached
  • Parking: Garage

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan, Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Pets Allowed: Cats OK, Dogs OK, Size Limit
  • Association Fee: 553
  • 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 Frequency: Not Required
  • Management Company: First Service 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: 6107.8
  • Tax Year: 2022

Multi Family

  • Units in Building: 203

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 19, 2024
Closed on
Aug 2, 2024
Sold by
Ananas Series 1 Llc
Bought by
Maple 1720 Unit 1760 Llc
Seller's Agent
Michael Marin
Signature Homes Realty
Buyer's Agent
Shara Fata
Hashlang, Inc.
List Price
$328,000
Sold Price
$318,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,000
-3.05%
Total Days on Market
20
Views
22
Current Estimated Value
$328,263

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$10,263
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.10%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 6, 2021
Sold by
Ananas Llc
Bought by
Ananas Llc Series 1

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 23, 2019
Closed on
Aug 16, 2019
Sold by
Stair Peter C and Isbell Joy K
Bought by
Ananas Llc
Seller's Agent
Aaron Masliansky
Dream Town Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Alexander Tzallas
RE/MAX 10 Lincoln Park
Sold Price
$2,250

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.69%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 16, 2017
Sold by
Askar Shadid and Qureshi Samina
Bought by
Stair Peter C and Isbell Joy K

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
3.5%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 16, 2012
Closed on
Aug 28, 2012
Sold by
Wicklund Jane B
Bought by
Shadid Askar Tahsin and Shadid Askar
Seller's Agent
Susan Salisbury
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Buyer's Agent
Barbara Kramer
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$210,000
Sold Price
$210,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.57%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 21, 2003
Sold by
Optima Maple Evanston Lp
Bought by
Wicklund Jane B

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$65,000
Interest Rate
6.18%
Mortgage Type
Unknown

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Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $318,000 None Listed On Document
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Warranty Deed $298,000 Saturn Title Llc
Warranty Deed $270,000 Fidelity National Title
Warranty Deed $210,000 None Available
Special Warranty Deed $264,500 Multiple
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $270,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $145,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $65,000 Unknown
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/06/2024 08/06/24 Sold $318,000 -3.0% $353 / Sq Ft
08/06/2024 08/06/24 For Sale $328,000 0.0% $364 / Sq Ft
07/10/2024 07/10/24 Pending -- -- --
06/19/2024 06/19/24 For Sale $328,000 0.0% $364 / Sq Ft
03/06/2024 03/06/24 Rented $2,375 -3.1% --
03/05/2024 03/05/24 For Rent $2,450 +6.5% --
05/12/2022 05/12/22 Rented $2,300 +0.1% --
05/09/2022 05/09/22 For Rent $2,298 +2.1% --
08/24/2019 08/24/19 Rented $2,250 0.0% --
08/24/2019 08/24/19 Off Market $2,250 -- --
08/23/2019 08/23/19 For Rent $2,250 0.0% --
08/19/2019 08/19/19 Sold $298,000 0.0% $336 / Sq Ft
08/05/2019 08/05/19 Pending -- -- --
08/02/2019 08/02/19 Price Changed $298,000 +1.0% $336 / Sq Ft
08/02/2019 08/02/19 For Sale $295,000 0.0% $333 / Sq Ft
09/15/2018 09/15/18 Rented $2,200 0.0% --
08/24/2018 08/24/18 Under Contract -- -- --
08/13/2018 08/13/18 For Rent $2,200 0.0% --
09/04/2012 09/04/12 Sold $210,000 0.0% $237 / Sq Ft
07/17/2012 07/17/12 Pending -- -- --
07/16/2012 07/16/12 For Sale $210,000 -- $237 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

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 $6,108 $26,296 $512 $25,784
2023 $6,108 $26,296 $512 $25,784
2022 $6,108 $26,296 $512 $25,784
2021 $5,978 $22,526 $337 $22,189
2020 $5,898 $22,526 $337 $22,189
2019 $5,772 $24,635 $337 $24,298
2018 $5,953 $21,730 $286 $21,444
2017 $4,897 $21,730 $286 $21,444
2016 $4,867 $21,730 $286 $21,444
2015 $4,587 $19,729 $229 $19,500
2014 $4,557 $19,729 $229 $19,500
2013 $5,119 $19,729 $229 $19,500
Source: Public Records

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12088733

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 11-18-117-014-1123