Landlord's Agent in 2025
Michael Marin
Signature Homes Realty
(847) 312-1014
49 in this area
58 Total Sales
Estimated Value: $429,742 - $475,000
Gorgeous lake and city views from this 2 Bed, 2 Bath corner unit in the heart of Downtown Evanston. Enjoy romantic sunsets and breathtaking Lakefront, Northshore & Chicago skyline views from the 26th floor. Floor-to-ceiling windows in every room with tons of natural light, and a private balcony. Upgraded unit with professionally installed mahogany real hardwood floors and new toe molding throughout, new floor tile in kitchen, built-in electric fireplace with mantle shelf included. Ceilings were smoothed with joint compound. Key holder, coat hooks, and corner triangular storage in the entryway. Completely revamped heating/cooling, smart thermostat. Built custom wood molding added throughout the entryway and the living room. Installed inlaid wood wall molding in the living room and bedroom. Built black & glass breakfront in the living room. Added a new multiple-purpose dining table. Added three new sconces in the hallway with smart bulbs, LED bulbs throughout. Installed front door smart lock, with deadbolt. The kitchen is upgraded with a new kitchen faucet, garbage disposal, added kitchen shelving/bar area, added hooks for pots and pans, built a sliding garbage bin, additional built-in storage, kitchen cabinets were painted, and the hinges were changed to slow-close. New ceiling light fixture in primary bedroom, walk-in closet rebuilt with drawers, shoe rack, etc. New ceiling light fixture, Horizontal Murphy bed - easy to use, built-in furniture, and rebuilt the closet in the secondary bedroom. Three new smoke detectors, in-unit laundry upgraded for adequate storage, and a broom and mop storage holder. Shelves and storage were added to the hall bathroom, as well as a shower head and added European-style handle, and the hall bathroom shower diverter was replaced. Double towel holders in both bathrooms. Indoor heated parking space. All of these in a well-managed building with amenities that include 24-hour door staff, pool, jacuzzi, fitness center, 4th-floor deck with Room & Board, patio furniture, a business center, bike room, indoor heated parking garage, EV and Plug-in Hybrid Car Electric Charging in Garage, and golf putting green. 5 health reasons to move to Optima Views: Internal gym & parking. Walk everywhere & get your 8,000 steps in. Natural light abounds. Near large water, parks & health centers. Farmers market steps away, 2 trains a sprint away, and a Social club for longevity. Time to put yourself and your health 1st, Evanston is unique & so are you! Style rendering pictures 2-10. 1-year lease, available NOW. Easy application process.
Last Agent to Rent the Property
Signature Homes Realty License #471010817 Listed on: 11/06/2025
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Xu Jin | $435,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Muir Stuart N | $375,000 | Attorneys Ttl Guaranty Fund | |
| Wall Patrick G | $300,000 | Ct | |
| Shapiro Kevin L | $312,000 | First American Title | |
| Mitchell Deanna J | $341,000 | Multiple |
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Xu Jin | $348,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Muir Stuart N | $300,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Wall Patrick G | $200,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Shapiro Kevin L | $202,800 | |
| Previous Owner | Mitchell Deanna J | $290,700 |
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/24/2025 11/24/25 | Rented | $3,600 | +2.9% | -- | |
| 11/06/2025 11/06/25 | For Rent | $3,500 | 0.0% | -- | |
| 08/22/2025 08/22/25 | Sold | $435,000 | -3.3% | $420 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 08/22/2025 08/22/25 | For Sale | $449,800 | 0.0% | $435 / Sq Ft | |
| 07/12/2025 07/12/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 06/25/2025 06/25/25 | Price Changed | $449,800 | -4.1% | $435 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/17/2025 05/17/25 | For Sale | $469,000 | +56.3% | $453 / Sq Ft | |
| 03/31/2015 03/31/15 | Sold | $300,000 | -11.5% | $290 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 02/09/2015 02/09/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 10/21/2014 10/21/14 | Price Changed | $339,000 | -3.1% | $328 / Sq Ft | |
| 09/27/2014 09/27/14 | For Sale | $350,000 | -- | $338 / Sq Ft |
| 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 | $9,035 | $37,454 | $858 | $36,596 |
| 2024 | $9,035 | $37,323 | $727 | $36,596 |
| 2023 | $8,669 | $37,323 | $727 | $36,596 |
| 2022 | $8,669 | $37,323 | $727 | $36,596 |
| 2021 | $7,601 | $31,973 | $479 | $31,494 |
| 2020 | $7,559 | $31,973 | $479 | $31,494 |
| 2019 | $7,389 | $34,967 | $479 | $34,488 |
| 2018 | $7,509 | $30,843 | $406 | $30,437 |
| 2017 | $7,329 | $30,843 | $406 | $30,437 |
| 2016 | $7,174 | $30,843 | $406 | $30,437 |
| 2015 | $6,805 | $28,003 | $325 | $27,678 |
| 2014 | $6,755 | $28,003 | $325 | $27,678 |
| 2013 | $6,584 | $28,003 | $325 | $27,678 |
Landlord's Agent in 2025
Michael Marin
Signature Homes Realty
(847) 312-1014
49 in this area
58 Total Sales
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Whitney Wang
Prospect Equities Real Estate
(312) 857-4658
7 in this area
204 Total Sales
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Seller's Agent in 2015
Jeff Silver
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Buyer's Agent in 2015
Joseph McHugh
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Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12512898
APN: 11-18-117-014-1196
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