NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Optima Horizons 800 Elgin Rd Unit 1001 Evanston, IL 60201

Downtown Evanston Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $631,448 - $779,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,638 Sq Ft
2.27 Acres Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: August 18, 2022

Last sale price $660,000 $403 Per Sq Ft

Est. 3% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,691 / mo

12 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Doorman
  • 5-minute walk to Davis Station
  • In Ground Pool
  • Dewey Elementary School Rated A
  • Fitness Center
  • 1-minute walk to Oldberg Park

About This Home

As of August 2022

Rarely available corner sundreched renovated three bedroom two bathroom with private balcony and one indoor deeded garage parking included in price! Stunning panoramic unobstructed views highlight downtown Evanston, Northwestern campus and Lake Michigan in the distance...watch the sailboats all summer long! Upgrades include newer kitchen with high end custom glazed grey cabinetry with Quartz countertops with stainless steel appliances. Built in desk area off of kitchen for newly created office space. Both bathrooms have been completely redone with custom glazed grey cabinetry, Quartz countertops, new lighting and plumbing fixtures, new shower door and added tub shower. New carpeting in all bedroooms. Upgraded ceiling fans. Custom shelving in closets. New large capacity washer/dryer in unit. Tons of closet space and an extra large storage closet in unit in addition to an assigned storage locker in the building. Newly created master walk in closet. New lighting fixtures throughout. Newly refinished engineered wood flooring in living/dining/kitchen and hallways. Open layout is just perfect for entertaining. Resort-like amenities include fitness room, heated indoor pool, sundeck with gas grills, community room with kitchen available for private events. guest/contractor parking, bike room, receiving room, onsite manager and 24 hour doorman on weekends and 7:30am-11:30pm Sunday through Thursday. Walk everywhere from this very desirable location...downtown Evanston, Northwestern University, beaches, restaurants, shopping and commuter trains. Pets welcome!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Victoria Amoroso

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475125938 Listed on: 06/28/2022

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Last Buyer's Agent

Julie Umecker

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475141902

@properties Christie's International Real Estate

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $11,085

Year Built

  • Built in 2004 | Remodeled in 2017

Lot Details

  • End Unit
  • Additional Parcels

HOA Fees

  • $1,090 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Transmitter
  • Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price

Interior Spaces

  • 1,638 Sq Ft Home
  • Open Floorplan
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Blinds
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Home Office
  • Storage Room
  • Home Gym
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Partially Carpeted
  • Laminate

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Potential Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Dual Sinks
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • In Ground Pool
  • Outdoor Grill

Location

  • Property is near bus stop

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Lake Michigan Water
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include heat, air conditioning, water, parking, insurance, doorman, tv/cable, exercise facilities, pool, exterior maintenance, lawn care, scavenger, snow removal, internet
  • 248 Units
  • Ashley Abbott Association, Phone Number (847) 328-4345
  • High-Rise Community
  • Property managed by FIRST SERVICES RESIDENTIAL
  • Lock-and-Leave Community
  • 16-Story Property

Amenities

  • Doorman
  • Sundeck
  • Party Room
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Elevator
  • Lobby
  • Package Room

Recreation

  • Bike Trail

Pet Policy

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

Security

  • Security Service
  • Resident Manager or Management On Site
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$11,085

Year Built

Built in 2004 | Remodeled in 2017

Lot Details

2.27 Acres

HOA Fees

$1,090 per month

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Attached Single
  • Type Attached: Condo,High Rise (7+ Stories)
  • Ownership: Condo
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: Condo,High Rise (7+ Stories)
  • Year Built: 2004
  • Age: 16-20 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: Commuter Bus,Commuter Train
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): Yes
  • Unit Floor Level: 10
  • Rehab Year: 2017
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Stories: 16
  • Year Renovated: 2017

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
  • Basement: None
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Interior Amenities: Wood Laminate Floors, Laundry Hook-Up in Unit, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s), Open Floorplan, Some Carpeting, Doorman, Drapes/Blinds, Health Facilities, Lobby
  • LivingArea: 1638
  • Other Equipment: TV-Cable, Security System, CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Room Type: Office, Foyer, Walk In Closet, Storage, Balcony/Porch/Lanai
  • Stories Total: 16
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Description: None
  • Bathroom Amenities: Separate Shower,Double Sink
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Combined w/ LivRm
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Window Features: Blinds
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Estimated

Exterior Features

  • ExteriorFeatures: Balcony, In Ground Pool, Outdoor Grill, End Unit, Cable Access
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Vinyl Siding,Glass

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Number of Cars: 1
  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage Details: Transmitter(s)
  • Garage On-Site: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Attached
  • Parking: Garage

Utilities

  • Sewer: Sewer-Storm
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Laundry Features: In Unit, Laundry Closet
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Pets Allowed: Cats OK, Dogs OK, Number Limit, Size Limit
  • Association Fee: 1090
  • Association Amenities: Bike Room/Bike Trails, Door Person, Elevator(s), Exercise Room, Storage, On Site Manager/Engineer, Party Room, Sundeck, Indoor Pool, Receiving Room, Security Door Lock(s), Ceiling Fan, Laundry, Elevator(s), In Ground Pool, Public Bus, Private Indoor Pool, Security
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Management: Manager On-site,Monday through Friday
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Management Company: FIRST SERVICES RESIDENTIAL
  • Management Contact Name: ASHLEY ABBOTT
  • Management Phone: 847-328-4345
  • ResoAssociationFeeFrequency: Monthly

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Heat, Air Conditioning, Water, Parking, Insurance, Doorman, TV/Cable, Exercise Facilities, Pool, Exterior Maintenance, Lawn Care, Scavenger, Snow Removal, Internet

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: Yes
  • Lot Dimensions: COMMON
  • Rural (Y/N): N
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 10
  • Pets Allowed (Y/N): Yes
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes
  • Max Pet Weight: 999

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 11084.56
  • Tax Year: 2020
  • Tax Exemptions: None

Multi Family

  • Units in Building: 248

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 24, 2025
Sold by
Daniel Litoff Trust and Joyce Litoff Trust
Bought by
Daniel Litoff Trust and Joyce Litoff Trust
Current Estimated Value
$681,612

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 28, 2022
Closed on
Aug 15, 2022
Sold by
Emily Heisley Stoeckel 1997 Trust
Bought by
Joyce Litoit Trust and Daniel Litoff Trust
Seller's Agent
Victoria Amoroso
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Julie Umecker
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$699,000
Sold Price
$660,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$39,000
-5.58%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.86%
Original Mortgage
$660,000
Interest Rate
5.51%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 24, 2017
Sold by
Shannon Mary B
Bought by
Stoeckel Emily Heisley and Emily Heisley Stoeckel 1997 Trust

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$480,000
Interest Rate
4.3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 18, 2004
Sold by
Optima Horizons Lp
Bought by
Shannon Mary B

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$333,000
Interest Rate
5.78%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Daniel Litoff Trust -- None Listed On Document
Joyce Litoit Trust $660,000 None Listed On Document
Stoeckel Emily Heisley $600,000 Attorney
Shannon Mary B $492,000 Multiple
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Joyce Litoit Trust $660,000
Previous Owner Stoeckel Emily Heisley $480,000
Previous Owner Shannon Mary B $333,000
Closed Shannon Mary B $50,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
08/18/2022 08/18/22 Sold $660,000 -5.6% $403 / Sq Ft
07/11/2022 07/11/22 Pending -- -- --
06/28/2022 06/28/22 For Sale $699,000 -- $427 / 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 $10,942 $45,464 $1,721 $43,743
2024 $10,942 $45,202 $1,459 $43,743
2023 $10,499 $45,202 $1,459 $43,743
2022 $10,499 $45,202 $1,459 $43,743
2021 $11,047 $41,629 $962 $40,667
2020 $10,900 $41,629 $962 $40,667
2019 $10,667 $45,528 $962 $44,566
2018 $11,655 $42,541 $816 $41,725
2017 $10,450 $42,541 $816 $41,725
2016 $10,134 $42,541 $816 $41,725
2015 $9,415 $37,738 $683 $37,055
2014 $9,549 $37,738 $683 $37,055
2013 $9,321 $37,738 $683 $37,055
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Victoria Amoroso

    Seller's Agent in 2022

    Victoria Amoroso

    @ Properties

    (312) 318-0490

    1 in this area

    21 Total Sales

    Victoria Amoroso
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  • Julie Umecker

    Buyer's Agent in 2022

    Julie Umecker

    @ Properties

    (773) 425-3269

    2 in this area

    30 Total Sales

    Julie Umecker
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About Optima Horizons

Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 11448910

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 11-18-119-036-1102

Illinois Cook County Evanston 60201 Downtown Evanston

800 Elgin Rd Unit 1001, Evanston, IL

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