NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Optima Views 1720 Maple Ave Unit 1920 Evanston, IL 60201

Downtown Evanston Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $499,000 - $540,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,323 Sq Ft
$652/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold June 15, 2021

Last sale price $420,000 $317 Per Sq Ft

Est. 25% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,318/month

6 Days on Market

Highlights

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

About This Home

As of June 2021

Beautiful Unit. Must see! On TOP of the World. Ready to move- in. Recently renovated & looks NEW! Excellent investor unit as well for 1031 Exchange. Fantastic views from this 19th floor condo. Spacious open kitchen/great room, granite counters, hard maple floors, huge floor- to- ceiling windows in every room (wellness), rare Gas Fireplace, side- by- side washer & dryer and balcony. Spacious bedrooms and two beautiful baths. Huge walk-in closet in master, Garage heated parking & large external storage included. Rare to find gas for cooking included in assessment, Terrific location near the lake, trains, movies and downtown Evanston. Ideal retreat from City Living. EASY & SAFE to SHOW. Your clients will be sincerely impressed. Comparable: Unit 2640 sold for $480,000 12/18/2020

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Michael Marin

Signature Homes Realty License #471010817 Listed on: 04/22/2021

Last Buyer's Agent

Liz Lassner

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475137097

@properties Christie's International Real Estate

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,320

Year Built

  • Built in 2003

Lot Details

  • 1.52

HOA Fees

  • $652 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

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

Home Design

  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,323 Sq Ft Home
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Dryer

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Potential Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Dual Sinks

Home Security

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Lake Michigan Water
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner 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
  • 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
  • Dogs and Cats Allowed

Security

  • Resident Manager or Management On Site
  • Fire Sprinkler System

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,320

Year Built

Built in 2003

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$652 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: 2003
  • Age: 16-20 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: None
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Unit Floor Level: 19
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Stories: 27

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Dryer, Disposal
  • Basement: None
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Gas Starter
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • LivingArea: 1323
  • Other Equipment: TV-Cable, Fire Sprinklers
  • Room Type: No additional rooms
  • Stories Total: 27
  • 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
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Total Sq Ft: 0

Exterior Features

  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • List Price: 429900
  • Lot Features: Common Grounds
  • Roof: Other
  • 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 Type: Attached
  • Parking: Garage

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer, Sewer-Storm
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Pets Allowed: Cats OK, Dogs OK
  • Association Fee: 652
  • 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, Water View
  • 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

  • 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: 8320.4
  • Tax Year: 2019
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Multi Family

  • Units in Building: 203

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 22, 2021
Closed on
Jun 9, 2021
Sold by
Bozbay Mehmet
Bought by
Edwards Kelly
Seller's Agent
Michael Marin
Signature Homes Realty
Buyer's Agent
Liz Lassner
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Sold Price
$420,000
Current Estimated Value
$524,151

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$104,151
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.53%
Original Mortgage
$357,000
Outstanding Balance
$325,323
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$179,147

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 23, 2012
Closed on
May 30, 2012
Sold by
Talens Antonio C and Talens Julie A
Bought by
Bozbay Mehmet
Seller's Agent
Candace Kuzmarski
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Candace Kuzmarski
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$399,000
Sold Price
$340,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$59,000
-14.79%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.37%
Original Mortgage
$255,000
Interest Rate
3.87%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 10, 2011
Sold by
Pearson Tammie J
Bought by
Talens Antonio C and Talens Julie A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$258,750
Interest Rate
4.76%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 8, 2009
Sold by
Moran Kevan B
Bought by
Pearson Tammie J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$315,000
Interest Rate
5.11%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 16, 2003
Sold by
Optima Maple Evanston Lp
Bought by
Moran Kevan B
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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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
Edwards Kelly $420,000 Chicago Title Insurance Co
Bozbay Mehmet $340,000 Attorneys Title Guaranty Fun
Talens Antonio C $345,000 Cti
Pearson Tammie J $350,000 Centennial Title Incorporate
Moran Kevan B $416,000 Multiple
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Edwards Kelly $357,000
Previous Owner Bozbay Mehmet $255,000
Previous Owner Talens Antonio C $258,750
Previous Owner Pearson Tammie J $315,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/15/2021 06/15/21 Sold $420,000 -2.3% $317 / Sq Ft
06/15/2021 06/15/21 For Sale -- -- --
04/30/2021 04/30/21 For Sale -- -- --
04/28/2021 04/28/21 Pending -- -- --
04/22/2021 04/22/21 For Sale $429,900 +26.4% $325 / Sq Ft
06/04/2012 06/04/12 Sold $340,000 -11.7% $255 / Sq Ft
03/30/2012 03/30/12 Pending -- -- --
03/07/2012 03/07/12 Price Changed $384,900 -3.5% $288 / Sq Ft
02/23/2012 02/23/12 For Sale $399,000 -- $299 / 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 $9,260 $41,564 $809 $40,755
2023 $9,655 $41,564 $809 $40,755
2022 $9,655 $41,564 $809 $40,755
2021 $8,566 $35,607 $534 $35,073
2020 $8,511 $35,607 $534 $35,073
2019 $8,320 $38,941 $534 $38,407
2018 $8,469 $34,348 $453 $33,895
2017 $8,264 $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 2021

    Michael Marin

    Signature Homes Realty

    (847) 312-1014

    45 in this area

    55 Total Sales

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  • Liz Lassner

    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    Liz Lassner

    @ Properties

    (773) 343-1403

    1 in this area

    102 Total Sales

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  • Candace Kuzmarski

    Seller's Agent in 2012

    Candace Kuzmarski

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    (847) 425-3783

    5 in this area

    82 Total Sales

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About Optima Views

Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: MRD11063001

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 11-18-117-014-1135

Illinois Cook County Evanston 60201 Downtown Evanston

1720 Maple Ave Unit 1920, Evanston, IL

This home is located at 1720 Maple Ave Unit 1920, Evanston, IL 60201 since 22 April 2021 and is currently estimated at $524,151, approximately $396 per square foot. This property was built in 2003. 1720 Maple Ave Unit 1920 is a home located in Cook County with nearby schools including Dewey Elementary School, Washington Elementary School, and Nichols Middle School.

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