RENTED NOV 24, 2025

Estimated Value: $429,742 - $475,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,050 Sq Ft
2003 Built

Last Sold August 22, 2025

Last sale price $435,000 $414 Per Sq Ft

Est. 5% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,181/month

Highlights

  • Doorman
  • Fitness Center
  • Community Indoor Pool
  • Dewey Elementary School Rated A
  • Wood Flooring
  • End Unit

About This Home

As of November 2025

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

Michael Marin

Signature Homes Realty License #471010817 Listed on: 11/06/2025

Last Renter's Agent

Michael Marin

Signature Homes Realty License #471010817 Listed on: 11/06/2025

Condo Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Year Built

  • Built in 2003

Parking

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

Home Design

  • Entry on the 26th floor
  • Concrete Block And Stucco Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 1,050 Sq Ft Home
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Storage

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Potential Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Additional Features

  • End Unit

Listing and Financial Details

  • Security Deposit $3,500
  • Property Available on 11/15/25
  • Rent includes gas, heat, water, pool, scavenger, security, security system, doorman, exterior maintenance, lawn care, storage lockers, snow removal
  • 12 Month Lease Term

Community Details

Overview

  • 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
  • Limit on the number of pets
  • Pet Size Limit
  • Dogs and Cats Allowed

Security

  • Resident Manager or Management On Site

Condo Details

Home Type

Condominium

Year Built

Built in 2003

Lot Details

0 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

1

Rental Info

  • Available Date: 2025-11-15
  • Lease Term: 12 Months
  • Board Number: 2
  • Pets Allowed (Y/N): Yes
  • Rental Price: 3500
  • Security Deposit: 3500
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes
  • Max Pet Weight: 40

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential Lease
  • Property Type: Residential Lease
  • Type Attached: Condo
  • EntryLevel: 26
  • Property Attached: Yes
  • 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: Commuter Train
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Actual Status: Rented
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Stories: 27

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
  • Basement: None
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Furnished: No
  • Interior Amenities: Elevator, Storage
  • LivingArea: 1050
  • Room Type: No additional rooms
  • Stories Total: 27
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Flooring: Hardwood

Exterior Features

  • Common Walls: End Unit
  • Construction Materials: Glass, Concrete
  • ExteriorFeatures: Balcony
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Laundry Features: Washer Hookup
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Pets Allowed: Cats OK, Dogs OK, Number Limit, Size Limit
  • 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
  • Rent Includes: Gas, Heat, Water, Pool, Scavenger, Security, Security System, Doorman, Exterior Maintenance, Lawn Care, Storage Lockers, Snow Removal
  • Management: Manager On-site
  • Management Company: First Residential
  • Management Contact Name: Carolina Cervantez
  • Management Phone: 847-491-0104

Schools

  • Elementary School: Dewey Elementary School
  • High School: Evanston Twp High School
  • Middle/Junior School: Nichols Middle School

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: COMMON

Multi Family

  • Units in Building: 203

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 17, 2025
Closed on
Aug 20, 2025
Sold by
Stuart N Muir Trust and Muir Stuart N
Bought by
Xu Jin and Lee Emma
Seller's Agent
Michael Marin
Signature Homes Realty
Buyer's Agent
Whitney Wang
Prospect Equities Real Estate
List Price
$449,800
Sold Price
$435,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$14,800
-3.29%
Views
51
Current Estimated Value
$457,436

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$22,436
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.22%
Original Mortgage
$348,000
Outstanding Balance
$347,700
Interest Rate
6.75%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$109,736

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 27, 2021
Sold by
Wall Patrick G and Wall Margaret C
Bought by
Muir Stuart N and Stuart N Muir Trust

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$300,000
Interest Rate
3.12%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 27, 2014
Closed on
Mar 25, 2015
Sold by
Shapiro Mark
Bought by
Wall Patrick G and Wall Margaret C
Seller's Agent
Jeff Silver
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Buyer's Agent
Joseph McHugh
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List Price
$350,000
Sold Price
$300,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$50,000
-14.29%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.92%
Original Mortgage
$200,000
Interest Rate
4.12%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 26, 2008
Sold by
Mitchell Deanna J
Bought by
Shapiro Kevin L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$202,800
Interest Rate
5.11%
Mortgage Type
Unknown

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 24, 2003
Sold by
Optima Maple Evanston Lp
Bought by
Mitchell Deanna J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$290,700
Interest Rate
6.01%
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
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
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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
Source: Public Records

Property History

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
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
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
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12512898

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 11-18-117-014-1196

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