Optima Horizons 800 Elgin Rd Unit 1314 Evanston, IL 60201
Downtown Evanston Neighborhood
1
Bed
1
Bath
900
Sq Ft
$718/mo
HOA Fee
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
As of June 2025Experience elevated living in this 1 bed + 1 bath + dining/den condo at the sought-after Optima Horizons building, just steps from Northwestern University. This 900 sq ft unit features a remodeled kitchen with Viking appliances, quartz countertops, a 4 seat peninsula, Delta Touch/Touchless faucet with a farmhouse sink, and an under-counter beverage fridge. The spa-style bath includes a premium Kohler shower system with a large rain shower-head and full body jets, as well as a smart toilet with integrated bidet function. Also features in-unit laundry, custom bedroom closet, designer lighting, custom soffits and deeded garage parking. Full-amenity building with doorman, updated gym, pool, and BBQ area. No rentals allowed-perfect for owner occupants looking for a full-service building near campus, downtown Evanston, and public transportation.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago License #475204967 Listed on: 04/09/2025
Property Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Est. Annual Taxes
- $5,934
Year Built
- Built in 2000 | Remodeled in 2018
HOA Fees
- $718 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 1 Car Garage
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Concrete Block And Stucco Construction
Interior Spaces
- 900 Sq Ft Home
- Bar Fridge
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
Kitchen
- Electric Cooktop
- Microwave
- High End Refrigerator
- Freezer
- Wine Refrigerator
- Stainless Steel Appliances
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 1 Bedroom
- 1 Potential Bedroom
- 1 Full Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Accessible Home Design
- Accessibility Features
- No Interior Steps
- Level Entry For Accessibility
Schools
- Dewey Elementary School
- Nichols Middle School
- 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, gas, parking, insurance, security, doorman, tv/cable, exercise facilities, pool, exterior maintenance, lawn care, scavenger, snow removal, internet
- 248 Units
- Ashley Abbott Association, Phone Number (847) 328-4345
- Property managed by First Service Residential
- 16-Story Property
Amenities
- Doorman
- Sundeck
- Party Room
- Elevator
- Service Elevator
- Community Storage Space
Recreation
Pet Policy
- Pets up to 40 lbs
- Dogs and Cats Allowed
Security
- Resident Manager or Management On Site
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 30, 2004
Sold by
Optima Horizons Lp
Bought by
Tetzlaff Catherine N
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$194,155
Interest Rate
5.77%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Special Warranty Deed | $243,000 | Multiple |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $252,000 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $179,000 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $234,907 | FHA | |
| Closed | $54,000 | Unknown | |
| Closed | $194,155 | Unknown | |
| Closed | $24,269 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/11/2025 06/11/25 | Sold | $340,000 | -5.3% | $378 / Sq Ft |
| 05/10/2025 05/10/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/09/2025 04/09/25 | For Sale | $359,000 | -- | $399 / 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 | $5,749 | $23,750 | $766 | $22,984 |
| 2023 | $5,517 | $23,750 | $766 | $22,984 |
| 2022 | $5,517 | $23,750 | $766 | $22,984 |
| 2021 | $5,804 | $21,872 | $505 | $21,367 |
| 2020 | $5,727 | $21,872 | $505 | $21,367 |
| 2019 | $5,605 | $23,921 | $505 | $23,416 |
| 2018 | $6,124 | $22,352 | $429 | $21,923 |
| 2017 | $5,964 | $22,352 | $429 | $21,923 |
| 2016 | $5,657 | $22,352 | $429 | $21,923 |
| 2015 | $5,316 | $19,827 | $358 | $19,469 |
| 2014 | $5,384 | $19,827 | $358 | $19,469 |
| 2013 | $5,264 | $19,827 | $358 | $19,469 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Corina Iancu Bogdan
Seller's Agent in 2025
Corina Iancu Bogdan
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
(312) 863-9779
2 in this area
11 Total Sales
-
Sally Chang
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Sally Chang
@ Properties
(630) 987-9638
1 in this area
59 Total Sales
About Optima Horizons
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12334188
APN: 11-18-119-036-1177
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