Optima Horizons 800 Elgin Rd Unit 1017 Evanston, IL 60201
Downtown Evanston Neighborhood
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,164
Sq Ft
$708/mo
HOA Fee
Highlights
- Wood Flooring
- 5-minute walk to Davis Station
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Dewey Elementary School Rated A
- Walk-In Pantry
- 1-minute walk to Oldberg Park
About This Home
As of October 2019Spacious two bedroom, two bath east facing unit with an open floor plan. Spacious Entry. Bright Kitchen with granite counters, white cabinets, new stainless steel appliances with a separate eating area. Living Room has floor to ceiling views with private balcony. Master Suite has private bath, large closet as well as a second closet. Second bedroom with spacious closet. Storage locker #241. In unit laundry. One garage space #63 included in the price. Well managed building with a doorman, pool, exercise room and common sundeck in the heart of Evanston. Short distance to Metra or CTA as well as the lake and Northwestern. The condo is located at the south end of the building with easy elevator access to the parking and storage locker.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Baird & Warner License #475147874 Listed on: 06/27/2019
Property Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Est. Annual Taxes
- $6,159
Year Built
- 2009
HOA Fees
- $708 per month
Parking
- Attached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Parking Included in Price
- Garage Is Owned
Interior Spaces
- Primary Bathroom is a Full Bathroom
- Storage
- Wood Flooring
Kitchen
- Galley Kitchen
- Walk-In Pantry
- Oven or Range
- Microwave
- Freezer
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Disposal
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heating System Uses Gas
- Lake Michigan Water
Additional Features
- East or West Exposure
Community Details
- Pets Allowed
Listing and Financial Details
- Senior Tax Exemptions
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 27, 2019
Closed on
Oct 30, 2019
Sold by
Howard Carmen
Bought by
Stein Lawrence
Seller's Agent
Courtney Welsch
Baird & Warner
Buyer's Agent
Staci Yesner
Compass
List Price
$319,900
Sold Price
$302,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$17,400
-5.44%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.51%
Original Mortgage
$226,875
Outstanding Balance
$201,485
Interest Rate
3.87%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$232,155
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 28, 2017
Sold by
Jcma Real Estate Llc
Bought by
Howard Carmen
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 31, 2013
Sold by
Peggy R Callahan Trust
Bought by
Jcma Real Estate Llc
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 22, 2011
Sold by
Wu Hofu and Wu Meina Lin
Bought by
Peggy R Callahan Trust
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 11, 2007
Sold by
Cushing Michael M and Cushing Laura Giegoldt
Bought by
Wu Ho Fu and Wu Meina Lin
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 24, 2004
Sold by
Optima Horizons Lp
Bought by
Lushing Michael M and Cushing Laura Giegoldt
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$254,400
Interest Rate
5.12%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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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 | $302,500 | Baird & Warner Ttl Svcs Inc | |
| Warranty Deed | $285,000 | Attorney | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $305,000 | Baird & Warner Title Service | |
| Warranty Deed | $340,000 | Exeter Title Company | |
| Special Warranty Deed | $318,500 | Multiple |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $226,875 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $318,750 | Balloon | |
| Previous Owner | $254,400 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Closed | $31,800 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/14/2025 07/14/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/11/2025 07/11/25 | For Sale | $425,000 | +40.5% | $365 / Sq Ft |
| 10/30/2019 10/30/19 | Sold | $302,500 | -4.0% | $260 / Sq Ft |
| 08/16/2019 08/16/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/29/2019 07/29/19 | Price Changed | $315,000 | -1.5% | $271 / Sq Ft |
| 06/27/2019 06/27/19 | For Sale | $319,900 | -- | $275 / 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 | $6,159 | $31,412 | $1,014 | $30,398 |
| 2023 | $5,866 | $31,412 | $1,014 | $30,398 |
| 2022 | $5,866 | $31,412 | $1,014 | $30,398 |
| 2021 | $6,086 | $28,928 | $668 | $28,260 |
| 2020 | $6,405 | $28,928 | $668 | $28,260 |
| 2019 | $5,966 | $31,637 | $668 | $30,969 |
| 2018 | $6,405 | $29,562 | $567 | $28,995 |
| 2017 | $7,888 | $29,562 | $567 | $28,995 |
| 2016 | $7,481 | $29,562 | $567 | $28,995 |
| 2015 | $7,031 | $26,224 | $474 | $25,750 |
| 2014 | $7,120 | $26,224 | $474 | $25,750 |
| 2013 | $6,962 | $26,224 | $474 | $25,750 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
R
Seller's Agent in 2025
Rita Baba
Redfin Corporation
-
Courtney Welsch
Seller's Agent in 2019
Courtney Welsch
Baird Warner
(773) 770-7513
130 Total Sales
-
Staci Yesner
Buyer's Agent in 2019
Staci Yesner
Compass
(773) 251-6103
59 Total Sales
About Optima Horizons
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: MRD10432420
APN: 11-18-119-036-1118
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