$303,000
SOLD JUN 14, 2024
1 Bed
1 Bath
700 Sq Ft
$521/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$433 Per Sq Ft

2% Below List Price

52 Days on Market

Highlights

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

About This Home

As of June 2024

INVESTORS ONLY! 2-year lease ready to go, Long-term renters Pre-screened. "Location, location....best location." The best views from the Northshore! Enjoy stunning sunrises from this spacious 1 bed 1 bath condo unit located in the heart of Downtown Evanston. Unit appointed with in-unit laundry, indoor heated parking space #121, and Storage locker # 72. 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 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, Whole Foods & Trader Joe's, 2 Starbucks, Farmer's Market, the new AMC Theatres, bike paths, and so much more. Super convenient location. The current tenant wants to stay long-term, Lease was extended to July 14, 2026, the monthly rent is $2,225. Virtual pictures and video of Model unit. #1031 Exchange. Zestimate is priced at $308,200. Unit 1770 recently sold for $320,000, Unit 2570 has more panoramic and amazing views!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Michael Marin

Signature Homes Realty License #471010817

Last Buyer's Agent

Jan Hazlett

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475132629

@properties Christie's International Real Estate

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,714

Year Built

  • Built in 2003

HOA Fees

  • $521 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

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

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 700 Sq Ft Home
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Storage

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Potential Bedroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

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
  • 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
  • Property managed by First Residential
  • 27-Story Property

Amenities

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

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

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,714

Year Built

Built in 2003

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$521 per month

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Attached Single
  • Type Attached: Condo
  • Ownership: Condo
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: Condo
  • 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
  • Unit Floor Level: 25
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Stories: 27

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement: None
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 1
  • Interior Amenities: Elevator, Storage
  • LivingArea: 700
  • Other Equipment: TV-Cable
  • Room Type: No additional rooms
  • Stories Total: 27
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Description: None
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Combined w/ LivRm
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Estimated

Exterior Features

  • ExteriorFeatures: Balcony
  • List Price: 308000
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • ParkingTotal: 1
  • Garage Details: Heated
  • Garage On-Site: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Attached
  • Parking: Garage

Utilities

  • Sewer: Other
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Water Source: Other

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Pets Allowed: Cats OK, Dogs OK, Size Limit
  • Association Fee: 521
  • 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 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: 5713.81
  • Tax Year: 2022

Multi Family

  • Units in Building: 203

MLS Schools

  • Other Public Sch Dist: 0

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 16, 2024
Closed on
Jun 7, 2024
Sold by
Desai Neil S and Ahluwalia Ashuma
Bought by
Hintermeister Christopher and Hintermeister Kristin E
Seller's Agent
Michael Marin
Signature Homes Realty
Buyer's Agent
Jan Hazlett
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$308,000
Sold Price
$303,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$5,000
-1.62%
Total Days on Market
52
Views
95
Current Estimated Value
$314,136

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$11,136
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.91%
Original Mortgage
$227,250
Outstanding Balance
$225,371
Interest Rate
7.09%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$88,765

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 1, 2020
Closed on
Jul 2, 2020
Sold by
Varilla Evangeline M
Bought by
Desai Neil and Ahluwalia Ashuma
Seller's Agent
Michael Marin
Signature Homes Realty
Buyer's Agent
Michael Marin
Signature Homes Realty
Sold Price
$2,175

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.06%
Original Mortgage
$201,750
Interest Rate
3.75%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 13, 2003
Sold by
Optima Maple Evanston Lp
Bought by
Varilla Evangeline M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$204,000
Interest Rate
6.07%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

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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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $303,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $269,000 Chicago Title
Special Warranty Deed $227,500 Multiple
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $227,250 New Conventional
Previous Owner $201,750 New Conventional
Previous Owner $224,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $226,500 Unknown
Previous Owner $27,500 Unknown
Previous Owner $220,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $204,000 Credit Line Revolving
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/14/2024 06/14/24 Sold $303,000 -1.6% $433 / Sq Ft
06/14/2024 06/14/24 For Sale $308,000 0.0% $440 / Sq Ft
05/08/2024 05/08/24 Pending -- -- --
03/16/2024 03/16/24 For Sale $308,000 0.0% $440 / Sq Ft
02/22/2024 02/22/24 Rented $2,225 0.0% --
02/12/2024 02/12/24 For Rent $2,225 +2.3% --
07/03/2020 07/03/20 Rented $2,175 0.0% --
07/02/2020 07/02/20 Sold $269,000 0.0% $384 / Sq Ft
07/02/2020 07/02/20 Under Contract -- -- --
07/01/2020 07/01/20 For Rent $2,175 0.0% --
06/04/2020 06/04/20 Pending -- -- --
06/04/2020 06/04/20 For Sale $269,000 0.0% $384 / Sq Ft
08/01/2018 08/01/18 Rented $2,100 0.0% --
07/20/2018 07/20/18 Under Contract -- -- --
07/18/2018 07/18/18 For Rent $2,100 0.0% --
06/18/2018 06/18/18 Under Contract -- -- --
06/07/2018 06/07/18 For Rent $2,100 -- --
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 $5,714 $24,599 $479 $24,120
2023 $5,714 $24,599 $479 $24,120
2022 $5,714 $24,599 $479 $24,120
2021 $5,592 $21,073 $316 $20,757
2020 $5,518 $21,073 $316 $20,757
2019 $5,400 $23,046 $316 $22,730
2018 $5,569 $20,328 $268 $20,060
2017 $5,424 $20,328 $268 $20,060
2016 $5,144 $20,328 $268 $20,060
2015 $4,949 $18,456 $214 $18,242
2014 $4,902 $18,456 $214 $18,242
2013 $4,789 $18,456 $214 $18,242
Source: Public Records

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12005491

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 11-18-117-014-1188