NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Optima Views 1720 Maple Ave Unit 1820 Evanston, IL 60201

Downtown Evanston Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $492,356 - $511,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,335 Sq Ft
$740/ mo HOA Fee

Last Sold May 15, 2023

Last sale price $440,000 $330 Per Sq Ft

Est. 14% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,185/month

6 Days on Market

Highlights

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

About This Home

As of May 2023

Beautiful contemporary unit in the sky! Witness the splendor of the Northshore from your window as you initiate your day at your breakfast table or outdoor balcony. The best location in Downtown Evanston with the new 12-screen AMC movie theatre across the street. Put your car in the indoor heated parking garage and pick either train, Metra, or CTA only steps away. This home offers convenience and Falcon Views of Evanston! Primo floor plan features N.W. and East views, and premium Lake Views! New luxury hard flooring, new high-end carpet in bedrooms, entire unit freshly painted, new lights, and faucets. Side-by-side washer and dryer! Well-managed building with amenities that include 24-hour door staff, pool, jacuzzi, fitness center, and indoor heated parking garage. Heat, cable & gas are included in the assessment. Seller's Market in this building. No Special Assessments, and an unmatched location. North Light Live Theatre and Egg Harbor coming soon. Your clients will be impressed with this rarely available upper-floor unit! A true feeling of wellness in the heart of downtown Evanston.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Michael Marin

Signature Homes Realty License #471010817 Listed on: 04/14/2023

Last Buyer's Agent

Elizabeth Ballis

Compass License #475081668

Compass

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,565

Year Built

  • Built in 2003

Lot Details

  • 1.52

HOA Fees

  • $740 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

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

Interior Spaces

  • 1,335 Sq Ft Home
  • Family Room
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Storage

Kitchen

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

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Potential Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Dual Sinks

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

Outdoor Features

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • 100 Amp Service

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions
  • Other Tax Exemptions

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 Residential
  • 28-Story Property

Amenities

  • Doorman
  • Sundeck
  • Common Area
  • Party Room
  • Elevator
  • Service Elevator
  • Package Room
  • 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

$8,565

Year Built

Built in 2003

Lot Details

1.52 Acres

HOA Fees

$740 per month

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Attached Single
  • Type Attached: High Rise (7+ Stories)
  • Ownership: Condo
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: High Rise (7+ Stories)
  • Year Built: 2003
  • Age: 16-20 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: Commuter Bus,Commuter Train
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Unit Floor Level: 18
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Stories: 28

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
  • Basement: None
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Interior Amenities: Laundry Hook-Up in Unit, Storage
  • LivingArea: 1335
  • Other Equipment: Fire Sprinklers, CO Detectors
  • Room Type: Walk In Closet
  • Stories Total: 28
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Description: None
  • Bathroom Amenities: Double Sink
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Combined w/ LivRm
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Flooring: Carpet
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Estimated

Exterior Features

  • ExteriorFeatures: Balcony
  • Lot Features: Common Grounds
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Glass,Concrete

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Number of Cars: 1
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s)
  • Garage On-Site: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Attached
  • Parking: Garage

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Electric: 100 Amp Service
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Pets Allowed: Cats OK, Dogs OK, Size Limit
  • Association Fee: 740
  • Association Amenities: Bike Room/Bike Trails, Door Person, Elevator(s), Exercise Room, Storage, On Site Manager/Engineer, Party Room, Sundeck, Indoor Pool, Receiving Room, Service Elevator(s), Spa/Hot Tub
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Management: Manager On-site,Monday through Friday
  • 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

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: 8565
  • Tax Year: 2021
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner,Disabled Vet

Multi Family

  • Units in Building: 203

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 14, 2023
Closed on
Apr 21, 2023
Sold by
Cartus Corporation
Bought by
Migdow Janet
Seller's Agent
Michael Marin
Signature Homes Realty
Buyer's Agent
Elizabeth Ballis
Compass
List Price
$435,800
Sold Price
$440,000
Premium/Discount to List
$4,200
0.96%
Views
45
Current Estimated Value
$500,339

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$60,339
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.58%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 14, 2023
Closed on
Mar 17, 2023
Sold by
Leweling Tara A
Bought by
Cartus Corporation
Seller's Agent
Michael Marin
Signature Homes Realty
Buyer's Agent
Elizabeth Ballis
Compass
List Price
$435,800
Sold Price
$440,000
Premium/Discount to List
$4,200
0.96%
Views
45

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 2, 2017
Sold by
Wong Katherine
Bought by
Leweling Tara A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$379,800
Interest Rate
4.25%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 2, 2003
Sold by
Optima Maple Evanston Lp
Bought by
Wong Katherine and Katherine Wong Revocable Trust

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$300,000
Interest Rate
6.44%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Migdow Janet $440,000 None Listed On Document
Cartus Corporation $440,000 Burnet Title
Leweling Tara A $422,000 Chicago Title Company
Wong Katherine $378,500 Multiple
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Leweling Tara A $379,800
Previous Owner Wong Katherine $300,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
05/15/2023 05/15/23 Sold $440,000 +1.0% $330 / Sq Ft
05/15/2023 05/15/23 For Sale $435,800 -1.0% $326 / Sq Ft
04/23/2023 04/23/23 Off Market $440,000 -- --
04/21/2023 04/21/23 Pending -- -- --
04/14/2023 04/14/23 For Sale $435,800 -- $326 / 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
2025 $9,260 $41,710 $955 $40,755
2024 $9,260 $41,564 $809 $40,755
2023 -- $41,564 $809 $40,755
2022 $0 $41,564 $809 $40,755
2021 $7,544 $35,607 $534 $35,073
2020 $7,544 $35,607 $534 $35,073
2019 $0 $38,941 $534 $38,407
2018 $0 $34,348 $453 $33,895
2017 $7,544 $34,348 $453 $33,895
2016 $8,693 $34,348 $453 $33,895
2015 $8,362 $31,185 $362 $30,823
2014 $8,282 $31,185 $362 $30,823
2013 $8,092 $31,185 $362 $30,823
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Michael Marin

    Seller's Agent in 2023

    Michael Marin

    Signature Homes Realty

    (847) 312-1014

    49 in this area

    58 Total Sales

    Michael Marin
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  • Elizabeth Ballis

    Buyer's Agent in 2023

    Elizabeth Ballis

    Compass

    (312) 343-4545

    1 in this area

    111 Total Sales

    Elizabeth Ballis
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About Optima Views

Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 11758671

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 11-18-117-014-1127

Illinois Cook County Evanston 60201 Downtown Evanston

1720 Maple Ave Unit 1820, Evanston, IL

Not Listed for Sale

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