Optima Views 1720 Maple Ave Unit 2760 Evanston, IL 60201
Downtown Evanston Neighborhood
1
Bed
1
Bath
900
Sq Ft
$433/mo
HOA Fee
Highlights
- Lake Front
- In Ground Pool
- Balcony
- Dewey Elementary School Rated A
- Property is near a park
- Attached Garage
About This Home
As of April 2025Penthouse home w/panoramic lake & city views ranging south of the lighthouse north to Wisconsin & west to O'Hare. This unit is the largest 1 bedroom tier & features new hardwood flrs, new carpet & fresh paint. Optimum View Tower is a full amenity bldg. w/24-hr door staff, gym & indoor pool. It's 1 block from the train, across from the movie theater & is walking distance to cafes, shops & grocery stores. Pkg Included!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475145885 Listed on: 03/06/2014
Property Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Est. Annual Taxes
- $7,411
Year Built
- 2003
Lot Details
- Lake Front
- East or West Exposure
HOA Fees
- $433 per month
Parking
- Attached Garage
- Heated Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
- Parking Included in Price
- Garage Is Owned
Home Design
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Slab Foundation
- Rubber Roof
- Concrete Siding
Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Oven or Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- Primary Bathroom is a Full Bathroom
- Dual Sinks
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Outdoor Features
- In Ground Pool
Location
- Property is near a park
- Property is near a bus stop
- City Lot
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Gas
- Lake Michigan Water
Additional Features
- Storage
- North or South Exposure
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
- $1,000 Seller Concession
Community Details
Amenities
- Common Area
Pet Policy
- Pets Allowed
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 26, 2025
Closed on
Mar 31, 2025
Sold by
Li Shuo and Bai Hedan
Bought by
Chen I
Seller's Agent
Yee Ng
Century 21 S.G.R., Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Iling Hsu
Concentric Realty, Inc
List Price
$376,000
Sold Price
$367,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,000
-2.39%
Views
24
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$3,084
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.17%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 6, 2020
Sold by
Maple Residence Llc
Bought by
Li Shuo and Bai Hedan
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 5, 2017
Sold by
Swarnam Karthikeyan
Bought by
Maple Residence Llc
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 17, 2014
Sold by
Peterson Richard E
Bought by
Swarnam Karthikeyan
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$188,250
Interest Rate
4.2%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 12, 2004
Sold by
Optima Maple Evanston Lp
Bought by
Peterson Richard E
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $367,000 | Chicago Title | |
| Warranty Deed | $296,000 | Attorneys Ttl Guaranty Fund | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | Attorney | |
| Warranty Deed | $251,000 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $251,000 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $251,000 | -- | |
| Special Warranty Deed | $289,000 | Multiple |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $188,250 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/02/2025 04/02/25 | Sold | $367,000 | -2.4% | $408 / Sq Ft |
| 03/10/2025 03/10/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/26/2025 02/26/25 | For Sale | $376,000 | 0.0% | $418 / Sq Ft |
| 03/22/2024 03/22/24 | Rented | $3,000 | 0.0% | -- |
| 01/30/2024 01/30/24 | For Rent | $3,000 | 0.0% | -- |
| 05/17/2014 05/17/14 | Sold | $251,000 | -2.3% | $279 / Sq Ft |
| 03/12/2014 03/12/14 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/06/2014 03/06/14 | For Sale | $257,000 | -- | $286 / Sq Ft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $7,411 | $33,931 | $661 | $33,270 |
| 2023 | $7,087 | $33,931 | $661 | $33,270 |
| 2022 | $7,087 | $33,931 | $661 | $33,270 |
| 2021 | $6,830 | $29,066 | $435 | $28,631 |
| 2020 | $7,611 | $29,066 | $435 | $28,631 |
| 2019 | $7,448 | $31,788 | $435 | $31,353 |
| 2018 | $7,682 | $28,039 | $369 | $27,670 |
| 2017 | $7,481 | $28,039 | $369 | $27,670 |
| 2016 | $7,096 | $28,039 | $369 | $27,670 |
| 2015 | $6,826 | $25,457 | $295 | $25,162 |
| 2014 | $6,079 | $25,457 | $295 | $25,162 |
| 2013 | $5,923 | $25,457 | $295 | $25,162 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Y
Seller's Agent in 2025
Yee Ng
Century 21 S.G.R., Inc.
-
I
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Iling Hsu
Concentric Realty, Inc
-
E
Seller's Agent in 2014
Eden-Lisa Kay
@ Properties
-
J
Buyer's Agent in 2014
Jane Stahmer
@ Properties
About Optima Views
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: MRD08551538
APN: 11-18-117-014-1202
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