Optima Views 1720 Maple Ave Unit 2710 Floor 27 Evanston, IL 60201
Downtown Evanston NeighborhoodEstimated payment $18,630/month
Highlights
- Doorman
- Fitness Center
- Party Room
- Dewey Elementary School Rated A
- Community Indoor Pool
- 4-minute walk to Oldberg Park
About This Home
CHECK OUT THIS REIMAGINED LUXURY PENTHOUSE! OPTIMA VIEWS: THE CROWN JEWEL OF EVANSTON'S LUXURY SKYLINE. DUPLEX PENTHOUSE DESIGNED BY AWARD-WINNING ARCHITECT DAVID HOVEY DELIVERS A DRAMATIC ARCHITECTURAL STATEMENT - DOWNTOWN CHICAGO, EVANSTON, AND LAKE MICHIGAN IN ALL THEIR BREATHTAKING GLORY. AT 3,608 SF PLUS 227 SF OF PRIVATE BALCONY SPACE, THIS 3 BD/3.5 BA RESIDENCE OFFERS THE SCALE AND SOUL OF A SINGLE-FAMILY HOME SOARING IN THE SKY. FLOOR-TO-CEILING WINDOWS AND SOARING CEILINGS FRAME HELICOPTER VIEWS THAT SHIFT FROM GOLDEN MORNING LIGHT TO A GLITTERING NIGHTTIME SKYLINE - THE VIEWS BECOME INTEGRAL TO THE LIFESTYLE HERE. THE MAIN FLOOR IS AN ENTERTAINER'S DREAM - OPEN LIVING AND DINING, A ONE-OF-A-KIND KITCHEN WITH TOP-OF-THE-LINE STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES, STATEMENT ISLAND, CRISP WHITE CABINETRY, WITH ROOM TO CREATE COZY SITTING AREA, BISTRO TABLE/CHAIRS AND BALCONY ACCESS. THE UPPER FLOOR IS DEVOTED TO REST AND RETREAT - A PRIMARY WING WITH AN OVERSIZED WALK-IN CLOSET AND A SPA BATH FEATURING DOUBLE VANITY, SOAKING TUB, AND DUAL-HEAD STANDING SHOWER. TWO ADDITIONAL BEDROOMS AND STORAGE COMPLETE THE SECOND LEVEL. A PRIVATE IN-UNIT ELEVATOR CONNECTS BOTH FLOORS WITH EFFORTLESS EASE. TWO PRIVATE BALCONIES, A DEDICATED LAUNDRY ROOM, THREE INDOOR HEATED PARKING SPACES (149, 151, 152), AND STORAGE LOCKER 87 ARE ASSIGNED- THIS HOME WANTS FOR NOTHING. OPTIMA VIEWS IS A FULL-AMENITY BUILDING: MARBLE CLAD 24-HOUR ATTENDED LOBBY, INDOOR POOL AND JACUZZI, A 3,000 SF STATE-OF-THE-ART FITNESS CENTER, LARGE BIKE ROOM, RECYCLING AREA, AND A 4TH-FLOOR DECK WITH ROOM & BOARD FURNISHINGS AND BUSINESS CENTER. GOLF PUTTING GREEN ON SITE. EV AND PLUG-IN HYBRID CHARGING IN GARAGE. BASIC CABLE, INTERNET, AND GAS INCLUDED IN THE ASSESSMENT. THE BUILDING IS THE PROUD RECIPIENT OF THE DISTINGUISHED BUILDING AWARD FROM THE CHICAGO CHAPTER OF THE AIA - AND A CONSCIENTIOUSLY WELL-MANAGED BUILDING ENSURES IT REMAINS A DESIREABLE CHOICE FOR DISCERNING BUYERS. NEW PAINT/CARPET COMING IN HALLWAYS! EVANSTON IS A WALKER'S PARADISE , SCORE 95. EFFORTLESS ACCESS TO THE LAKEFRONT, BEACHES, NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY, BIG TEN SPORTS, NORTHSHORE MEDICAL, AMY MORTON'S CELEBRATED RESTAURANTS, TOP SHOPPING, A NEW 12-SCREEN AMC THEATRE, AND THE SOON-TO-RETURN NORTHLIGHT THEATRE. THIS IS NOT JUST A HOME - IT IS A LIFESTYLE ABOVE ALL OTHERS!
Listing Agent
Jameson Sotheby's Intl Realty Brokerage Phone: (312) 925-5440 License #475083793 Listed on: 09/09/2026
Property Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Est. Annual Taxes
- $52,355
Year Built
- Built in 2002
HOA Fees
- $5,535 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 3 Car Attached Garage
- Heated Garage
- Parking Available
- Garage Door Opener
- Off Alley Parking
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Entry on the 27th floor
- Reinforced Caisson Foundation
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- Skylights
- Shades
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room
- Combination Dining and Living Room
- Carpet
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Potential Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
- Washer
- Sink Near Laundry
Outdoor Features
Schools
- Dewey Elementary School
- Nichols Middle School
- Evanston Twp High School
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Lake Michigan Water
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
- Penthouse
- Property managed by First Residential
- 27-Story Property
Amenities
- Doorman
- Sundeck
- Party Room
- Service Elevator
- Community Storage Space
Recreation
- Community Spa
- Bike Trail
Pet Policy
- Pets up to 40 lbs
- Pet Size Limit
- Dogs and Cats Allowed
Security
- On-Site Manager or Management
Map
About Optima Views
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
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| 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 | $56,882 | $235,789 | $5,398 | $230,391 |
| 2024 | $56,882 | $234,966 | $4,575 | $230,391 |
| 2023 | $54,580 | $234,966 | $4,575 | $230,391 |
| 2022 | $54,580 | $234,966 | $4,575 | $230,391 |
| 2021 | $53,419 | $201,292 | $3,019 | $198,273 |
| 2020 | $52,706 | $201,292 | $3,019 | $198,273 |
| 2019 | $51,577 | $220,133 | $3,019 | $217,114 |
| 2018 | $51,267 | $187,124 | $2,561 | $184,563 |
| 2017 | $49,929 | $187,124 | $2,561 | $184,563 |
| 2016 | $47,356 | $187,124 | $2,561 | $184,563 |
| 2015 | $47,271 | $176,297 | $2,049 | $174,248 |
| 2014 | $46,821 | $176,297 | $2,049 | $174,248 |
| 2013 | $45,745 | $176,297 | $2,049 | $174,248 |
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/09/2026 09/09/26 | For Sale | $1,575,000 | -- | -- |
Purchase History
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| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $937,500 | Cst | |
| Deed | $1,195,500 | First American | |
| Special Warranty Deed | $1,535,000 | Multiple |
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $789,000 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $888,750 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
| Closed | $800,000 | Unknown |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12673186
APN: 11-18-117-014-1197
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