NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $716,000 - $786,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,815 Sq Ft
$1,253/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold March 18, 2024

Last sale price $708,000 $390 Per Sq Ft

Est. 7% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $6,420/month

4 Days on Market

Highlights

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

About This Home

As of March 2024

Spacious 3 bedroom 2 full bathrooms plus Den condo in premiere Optima Views luxury condo building conveniently located in the heart of downtown Evanston, a suburb North of Chicago. This 19th-floor unit offers floor-to-ceiling windows in every room with East and South spectacular views of Evanston, Lake Michigan, and the Chicago skyline. Unit is also appointed with a formal dining room, 2 parking spaces (81 & 83), storage locker (6), heat and A/C. Unit is freshly painted and new flooring. Well-managed building with amenities that include a 24-hour door staff, indoor pool, jacuzzi, fitness center, 4th floor deck, and indoor heated parking garage. You deserve "Wellness" 97 WALK score and, 95 BIKE score. Easy accessibility - makes transit-oriented developments a hot commodity. We have the CTA (Purple Line), Metra train & Bus transit to the airport & Malls conveniently at your doorstep. Top Tier Medical campus within walking distance. Price to Sell. Unit 1850 sold for $721,000 with only 1 parking space. Optima Views contains a mix of essential amenities and unique offerings that aim to elevate your lifestyle.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Michael Marin

Signature Homes Realty License #471010817 Listed on: 01/29/2024

Last Buyer's Agent

Mary Summerville

Coldwell Banker License #475091422

Coldwell Banker

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $13,347

Year Built

  • Built in 2003

Lot Details

  • 1.52

HOA Fees

  • $1,253 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Heated Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Tar and Gravel Roof
  • Metal Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,815 Sq Ft Home
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Storage

Kitchen

  • Double Oven
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

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

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Intercom

Outdoor Features

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Lake Michigan Water
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Senior Tax Exemptions
  • 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
  • 207 Units
  • Carolina Cervantez Association, Phone Number (847) 491-0104
  • High-Rise Condominium
  • Property managed by First 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
  • Limit on the number of pets
  • 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

$13,347

Year Built

Built in 2003

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$1,253 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)
  • Year Built: 2003
  • Age: 21-25 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: 19
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Stories: 27

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
  • Basement: None
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Interior Amenities: Laundry Hook-Up in Unit, Storage
  • LivingArea: 1815
  • Other Equipment: TV-Cable, Security System, Intercom, Fire Sprinklers, CO Detectors
  • Room Type: Balcony/Porch/Lanai
  • Stories Total: 27
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Description: None
  • Bathroom Amenities: Separate Shower,Double Sink
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Estimated

Exterior Features

  • ExteriorFeatures: Balcony
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • List Price: 688000
  • Roof: Metal, Tar and Gravel
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Glass,Concrete

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • ParkingTotal: 2
  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s),Heated
  • Garage On-Site: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Attached
  • Parking: Garage

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer, Sewer-Storm
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Pets Allowed: Cats OK, Dogs OK, Number Limit, Size Limit
  • Association Fee: 1253
  • 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

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • 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: 13347
  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner,Senior

Multi Family

  • Units in Building: 207

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 29, 2024
Closed on
Feb 26, 2024
Sold by
Patrick G Ruhl Declaration Of Trust
Bought by
Notestein David A and Notestein Elise P
Seller's Agent
Michael Marin
Signature Homes Realty
Buyer's Agent
Mary Summerville
Coldwell Banker
List Price
$688,000
Sold Price
$708,000
Premium/Discount to List
$20,000
2.91%
Total Days on Market
4
Views
238
Current Estimated Value
$754,445

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$46,445
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.26%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 29, 2010
Sold by
Russe Elizabeth L Horvath
Bought by
Ruhl Kathleen K and Patrick G Ruhl Family Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 15, 2003
Sold by
Optima Maple Evanston Lp
Bought by
Russe Elizabeth L Horvath

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$424,500
Interest Rate
6.37%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Notestein David A $708,000 None Listed On Document
Ruhl Kathleen K $510,000 First American Title
Russe Elizabeth L Horvath $532,000 Chicago Title Insurance Comp
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Russe Elizabeth L Horvath $424,500
Closed Russe Elizabeth L Horvath $50,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/18/2024 03/18/24 Sold $708,000 +2.9% $390 / Sq Ft
03/18/2024 03/18/24 For Sale $688,000 0.0% $379 / Sq Ft
02/03/2024 02/03/24 Pending -- -- --
01/29/2024 01/29/24 For Sale $688,000 -- $379 / 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 $13,956 $63,619 $1,239 $62,380
2023 $13,348 $63,619 $1,239 $62,380
2022 $13,348 $63,619 $1,239 $62,380
2021 $12,873 $54,501 $817 $53,684
2020 $12,808 $54,501 $817 $53,684
2019 $12,519 $59,604 $817 $58,787
2018 $12,710 $52,574 $693 $51,881
2017 $12,407 $52,574 $693 $51,881
2016 $12,222 $52,574 $693 $51,881
2015 $11,593 $47,733 $554 $47,179
2014 $11,508 $47,733 $554 $47,179
2013 $11,216 $47,733 $554 $47,179
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 11969919

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 11-18-117-014-1138