$495,000

Estimated payment $4,587/month

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,335 Sq Ft
$371 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

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

About This Home

Enjoy breathtaking panoramic lake views from this stunning 22nd-floor residence in highly sought-after Optima Views, perfectly situated in the heart of Downtown Evanston. This spacious 2-bedroom, 2-bath unit offers an open and inviting layout with floor-to-ceiling windows that fill the home with natural light while showcasing spectacular views of Lake Michigan and the city skyline. The unit also features the convenience of in-unit laundry and presents a wonderful opportunity to customize and make it your own. Optima Views is a premier full-amenity building offering indoor heated parking space #182, storage unit #88, a beautifully maintained indoor pool and jacuzzi, fitness center, party room, and 24-hour door staff for added convenience and security. Unbeatable location just steps from Metra and CTA trains, restaurants, shopping, theaters, coffee shops, and the lakefront. Experience the best of vibrant downtown living with everything you need just outside your door. Eat, play, and enjoy the ultimate Evanston lifestyle!

Listing Agent

Liz Anderson

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475131755 Listed on: 05/12/2026

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $10,473

Year Built

  • Built in 2003

HOA Fees

  • $1,072 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Parking Available
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Entry on the 22nd floor
  • Concrete Block And Stucco Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 1,335 Sq Ft Home
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Laundry Room

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

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

Home Security

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
  • Cable TV Available

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
  • Optima Views Subdivision
  • Property managed by First Residential
  • 28-Story Property

Amenities

  • Doorman
  • Sundeck
  • Party Room
  • Service Elevator
  • Community Storage Space

Recreation

  • Community Spa
  • Bike Trail

Pet Policy

  • Pets up to 40 lbs
  • Limit on the number of pets
  • Dogs and Cats Allowed

Security

  • Resident Manager or Management On Site
  • Fire Sprinkler System

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$10,473

Year Built

Built in 2003

Lot Details

0 Sq Ft Lot

HOA Fees

$1,072 per month

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Attached Single
  • Type Attached: Condo
  • Ownership: Condo
  • EntryLevel: 22
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: Condo
  • Subdivision Name: Optima Views
  • Year Built: 2003
  • Age: 21-25 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: None
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Actual Status: New
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Stories: 28

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
  • Basement: None
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • LivingArea: 1335
  • Other Equipment: TV-Cable, Fire Sprinklers
  • Room Type: No additional rooms
  • Stories Total: 28
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Bathroom Amenities: Double Sink
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Flooring: Carpet

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Concrete
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Yes, Attached, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 1

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Pets Allowed: Cats OK, Dogs OK, Number Limit
  • Association Fee: 1072
  • Association Amenities: Bike Room/Bike Trails, Door Person, Elevator in Residence, 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

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: 10
  • Pets Allowed (Y/N): Yes
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes
  • Max Pet Weight: 40

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 10473
  • Tax Year: 2023

Multi Family

  • Units in Building: 203

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Home Values in the Area

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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
2025 $10,473 $43,413 $994 $42,419
2024 $10,473 $43,261 $842 $42,419
2023 $8,619 $43,261 $842 $42,419
2022 $8,619 $43,261 $842 $42,419
2021 $8,244 $37,060 $555 $36,505
2020 $8,242 $37,060 $555 $36,505
2019 $8,693 $40,530 $555 $39,975
2018 $8,853 $35,750 $471 $35,279
2017 $8,638 $35,750 $471 $35,279
2016 $8,415 $35,750 $471 $35,279
2015 $8,000 $32,458 $377 $32,081
2014 $7,938 $32,458 $377 $32,081
2013 $7,740 $32,458 $377 $32,081
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
05/12/2026 05/12/26 For Sale $495,000 0.0% $371 / Sq Ft
05/22/2024 05/22/24 Rented $3,300 0.0% --
05/10/2024 05/10/24 For Rent $3,300 +10.0% --
05/10/2022 05/10/22 Rented $3,000 0.0% --
05/10/2022 05/10/22 For Rent $3,000 0.0% --
04/15/2022 04/15/22 Off Market $3,000 -- --
02/16/2022 02/16/22 For Rent $3,000 0.0% --
01/28/2022 01/28/22 For Sale -- -- --
01/27/2022 01/27/22 Sold $435,000 -3.3% $326 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
01/18/2022 01/18/22 For Sale -- -- --
01/13/2022 01/13/22 Pending -- -- --
12/02/2021 12/02/21 Pending -- -- --
11/14/2021 11/14/21 For Sale $449,800 -- $337 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Trustee Deed $435,000 --
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Attorney
Deed $390,000 Multiple
Special Warranty Deed $392,500 Multiple
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $312,000 Unknown
Source: Public Records

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12644793

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 11-18-117-014-1161

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