Optima Horizons 800 Elgin Rd Unit 1013 Evanston, IL 60201
Downtown Evanston NeighborhoodEstimated payment $3,124/month
Highlights
- Doorman
- 5-minute walk to Davis Station
- Community Indoor Pool
- Dewey Elementary School Rated A
- Fitness Center
- 1-minute walk to Oldberg Park
About This Home
Enjoy beautiful lake and city views from floor to ceiling windows in this immaculately maintained ONE bedrooms PLUS Den. The centrally located galley kitchen offers abundant prep and storage space. The kitchen's location divides the large main area into two (2) additional spaces - a substantial dining area and considerably sized living space. The den offers flexibility of living and can be used as a guest room, office or even a dining room. The unit is positioned at the bend of building's hallway which provides extra space for a large additional closet. All closets are custom designed with multiple drawers and plentiful hanging space. The luxury vinyl flooring throughout the home is a soft shade of grayish/tan complimented by walls painted a peaceful shade of frost grey. The unit is complimented by a large covered balcony with electric, full set of appliances including a flat cooking surface as well as a stacked washer and dryer. The Optima Horizons is a full amenity building offering door staff, indoor heated pool/hot tub, outdoor patio with tables and grills as well as a well designed fitness center. Unit 1013 transfers with indoor parking and a full sized storage cage. This is a prime downtown location with easy access to Northwestern University, the Metra, El (purple line), restaurants and retail.
Listing Agent
@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475140626 Listed on: 09/12/2025

Property Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Est. Annual Taxes
- $6,305
Year Built
- Built in 2000
HOA Fees
- $761 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 1 Car Garage
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Entry on the 10th floor
- Concrete Block And Stucco Construction
Interior Spaces
- 900 Sq Ft Home
- Family Room
- Combination Dining and Living Room
- Den
- Storage
Kitchen
- Cooktop
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 1 Bedroom
- 1 Potential Bedroom
- 1 Full Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Schools
- Evanston Twp High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Lake Michigan Water
Additional Features
- Additional Parcels
Community Details
Overview
- Association fees include heat, air conditioning, water, parking, insurance, doorman, tv/cable, exercise facilities, pool, lawn care, scavenger, snow removal, internet
- 248 Units
- Ashley Abbott Association, Phone Number (847) 328-4345
- High-Rise Condominium
- Property managed by First Residential
- 16-Story Property
Amenities
- Doorman
- Sundeck
- Party Room
- Elevator
- Community Storage Space
Recreation
Pet Policy
- Limit on the number of pets
- Dogs and Cats Allowed
Map
About Optima Horizons
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $6,120 | $25,282 | $816 | $24,466 |
2023 | $5,872 | $25,282 | $816 | $24,466 |
2022 | $5,872 | $25,282 | $816 | $24,466 |
2021 | $6,179 | $23,284 | $538 | $22,746 |
2020 | $6,097 | $23,284 | $538 | $22,746 |
2019 | $5,966 | $25,464 | $538 | $24,926 |
2018 | $6,519 | $23,794 | $456 | $23,338 |
2017 | $6,349 | $23,794 | $456 | $23,338 |
2016 | $6,022 | $23,794 | $456 | $23,338 |
2015 | $4,454 | $21,107 | $382 | $20,725 |
2014 | $4,535 | $21,107 | $382 | $20,725 |
2013 | $4,407 | $21,107 | $382 | $20,725 |
Property History
Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
09/12/2025 09/12/25 | For Sale | $345,000 | +45.0% | $383 / Sq Ft |
03/07/2022 03/07/22 | Sold | $238,000 | -4.4% | $245 / Sq Ft |
02/15/2022 02/15/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
02/13/2022 02/13/22 | For Sale | $249,000 | +6.0% | $257 / Sq Ft |
02/14/2020 02/14/20 | Sold | $235,000 | -5.6% | $243 / Sq Ft |
01/03/2020 01/03/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
10/22/2019 10/22/19 | For Sale | $249,000 | -4.2% | $257 / Sq Ft |
08/01/2016 08/01/16 | Sold | $260,000 | -3.3% | $269 / Sq Ft |
06/14/2016 06/14/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
03/25/2016 03/25/16 | For Sale | $269,000 | -- | $278 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
---|---|---|---|
Warranty Deed | $238,000 | -- | |
Warranty Deed | $238,000 | -- | |
Warranty Deed | $235,000 | Chicago Title | |
Warranty Deed | $260,000 | Proper Title Llc | |
Warranty Deed | $297,500 | Golden Title | |
Special Warranty Deed | $253,000 | Multiple |
Mortgage History
Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
---|---|---|---|
Previous Owner | $105,000 | New Conventional | |
Previous Owner | $209,000 | New Conventional | |
Previous Owner | $238,000 | Unknown | |
Previous Owner | $29,700 | Credit Line Revolving | |
Previous Owner | $202,080 | Unknown |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12469503

APN: 11-18-119-036-1114
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