Seller's Agent in 2026
Michael Marin
Signature Homes Realty
(847) 312-1014
48 in this area
57 Total Sales
Optima Views 1720 Maple Ave Unit 2740 Floor 27 Evanston, IL 60201
Downtown Evanston Neighborhood
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,335
Sq Ft
2003
Built
Highlights
- Doorman
- Fitness Center
- Community Indoor Pool
- Dewey Elementary School Rated A
- Wood Flooring
- Party Room
About This Home
As of May 2026Rare PENTHOUSE UNIT: Welcome to "Heavanston" Great opportunity to live in one of the tallest buildings in Downtown Evanston. The building is at an angle and permits sweeping views of the lake & Northshore not experienced anywhere else in the area. Enjoy infinite views of the lake from this spacious 2 bedroom 2 bath unit with an open concept and light-filled rooms from every room. Appointed with hardwood floors throughout, floor-ceiling windows, stainless steel Bosch kitchen appliances, a huge walk-in closet, a double sink vanity bathroom in the primary suite, in-unit laudry, Indoor heated parking space and a storage locker. Approaching 9-foot ceilings. Basic Cable/Internet included. Fantastic transit-oriented real estate with two converging trains and local stops just steps away. Well-managed building with amenities that include a fitness center, indoor heated pool, Jacuzzi, 24-hour door staff, indoor heated parking garage, a 4th-floor deck with Room & Board patio furniture, a business center, and a bike room. Evanston is one of the Chicago area's premier & sought-after neighborhoods with easy access to the Lakefront, beaches, Music venues, wellness spas & Northwestern Hospital, and highly-rated restaurants and shopping. LEASE ENDS MAY 15, 2026. E-charging option available
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Signature Homes Realty License #471010817 Listed on: 02/25/2026
Property Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Est. Annual Taxes
- $12,722
Year Built
- Built in 2003
HOA Fees
- $1,249 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- Heated Garage
- Parking Available
- Driveway
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Entry on the 27th floor
- Concrete Block And Stucco Construction
Interior Spaces
- 1,335 Sq Ft Home
- Family Room
- Combination Dining and Living Room
- Storage
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
Flooring
- Wood
- Laminate
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- 2 Potential Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Outdoor Features
Schools
- Dewey Elementary School
- Nichols Middle School
- Evanston Twp High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- 100 Amp Service
- Lake Michigan Water
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
Overview
- Association fees include heat, air conditioning, water, gas, parking, insurance, security, doorman, tv/cable, pool, exterior maintenance, lawn care, scavenger, snow removal
- 203 Units
- Carolina Cervantez Association, Phone Number (847) 491-0104
- High-Rise Community
- Optima Views Subdivision
- 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
- Limit on the number of pets
- Pet Size Limit
- Dogs and Cats Allowed
Security
- Resident Manager or Management On Site
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 25, 2026
Closed on
May 8, 2026
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Michael Marin
Signature Homes Realty
Buyer's Agent
Susan Kanter
Baird & Warner
List Price
$599,800
Sold Price
$599,800
Views
33
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.59%
Original Mortgage
$539,820
Interest Rate
0.0725%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 17, 2022
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 11, 2019
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 14, 2018
Closed on
May 31, 2018
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Ken Snedegar
Redfin Corporation
Buyer's Agent
Kathleen Menighan Wilson
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$489,000
Sold Price
$500,000
Premium/Discount to List
$11,000
2.25%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.32%
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 14, 2018
Closed on
May 23, 2018
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Ken Snedegar
Redfin Corporation
Buyer's Agent
Kathleen Menighan Wilson
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$489,000
Sold Price
$500,000
Premium/Discount to List
$11,000
2.25%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 20, 2004
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$330,400
Interest Rate
0.0588%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
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| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $600,000 | Chicago Title | |
| Deed | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $500,000 | Chicago Title | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | Chicago Title | |
| Special Warranty Deed | $424,500 | Multiple |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Closed | $539,820 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $330,400 | Unknown |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/18/2026 05/18/26 | Sold | $599,800 | 0.0% | $449 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/18/2026 05/18/26 | For Sale | $599,800 | 0.0% | $449 / Sq Ft | |
| 03/02/2026 03/02/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 02/25/2026 02/25/26 | For Sale | $599,800 | 0.0% | $449 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/07/2024 05/07/24 | Rented | $3,995 | 0.0% | -- | |
| 05/07/2024 05/07/24 | For Rent | $3,995 | 0.0% | -- | |
| 05/06/2024 05/06/24 | Off Market | $3,995 | -- | -- | |
| 04/16/2024 04/16/24 | For Rent | $3,995 | +2.4% | -- | |
| 07/23/2022 07/23/22 | Rented | $3,900 | -4.9% | -- | |
| 06/02/2022 06/02/22 | For Rent | $4,100 | 0.0% | -- | |
| 06/11/2018 06/11/18 | Sold | $500,000 | +2.2% | $375 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 05/18/2018 05/18/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 05/14/2018 05/14/18 | For Sale | $489,000 | -- | $366 / Sq Ft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
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 | $12,321 | $51,073 | $1,169 | $49,904 |
| 2024 | $12,321 | $50,895 | $991 | $49,904 |
| 2023 | $11,028 | $50,895 | $991 | $49,904 |
| 2022 | $11,028 | $50,895 | $991 | $49,904 |
| 2021 | $9,980 | $43,600 | $653 | $42,947 |
| 2020 | $9,954 | $43,600 | $653 | $42,947 |
| 2019 | $9,726 | $47,682 | $653 | $47,029 |
| 2018 | $11,523 | $42,059 | $554 | $41,505 |
| 2017 | $11,222 | $42,059 | $554 | $41,505 |
| 2016 | $10,644 | $42,059 | $554 | $41,505 |
| 2015 | $10,239 | $38,186 | $443 | $37,743 |
| 2014 | $10,141 | $38,186 | $443 | $37,743 |
| 2013 | $9,908 | $38,186 | $443 | $37,743 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Michael Marin
-
Susan Kanter
Buyer's Agent in 2026
Susan Kanter
Baird & Warner
(773) 520-5962
1 in this area
166 Total Sales
-
Edgard Stenzl
E
Buyer's Agent in 2024
Edgard Stenzl
Fulton Grace Realty
(773) 698-6648
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Kristin Gonnella
Buyer's Agent in 2022
Kristin Gonnella
Coldwell Banker Realty
(773) 619-0215
2 in this area
208 Total Sales
-
Ken Snedegar
K
Seller's Agent in 2018
Ken Snedegar
Redfin Corporation
-
Kathleen Menighan Wilson
Buyer's Agent in 2018
Kathleen Menighan Wilson
@ Properties
(312) 213-0549
56 Total Sales
About Optima Views
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12571166
APN: 11-18-117-014-1200
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