Audra Casey
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
(224) 813-3368
128 Total Sales
1 in Downtown Evanston
$800,000 Price
Optima Horizons 800 Elgin Rd Unit 1404 Floor 14 Evanston, IL 60201
Downtown Evanston Neighborhood
1
Bed
1
Bath
665
Sq Ft
2005
Built
Highlights
- Doorman
- Lock-and-Leave Community
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- Fitness Center
- Community Indoor Pool
- Living Room
About This Home
As of July 2026Enjoy the convenience of living in Optima Horizons. This one-bedroom condo features a private balcony with beautiful sunset views. The spacious bedroom includes a large closet and in-unit laundry. The open-concept layout is enhanced by floor-to-ceiling windows that fill the condo with natural light. Heated garage parking in a doorman building with amenities that include a pool, exercise room, common terrace area, and bike area. Ideally situated in the heart of downtown Evanston, the property is just a few blocks from Northwestern University, close to Lake Michigan, and steps from shopping, dining, and public transportation.
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Property Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Est. Annual Taxes
- $4,978
Year Built
- Built in 2005
Lot Details
- Additional Parcels
HOA Fees
- $626 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- Heated Garage
- Parking Available
- Garage Door Opener
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Entry on the 14th floor
- Steel Siding
Interior Spaces
- 665 Sq Ft Home
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Dining Room
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 1 Bedroom
- 1 Potential Bedroom
- 1 Full Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
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
Community Details
Overview
- Association fees include heat, air conditioning, water, parking, insurance, doorman, tv/cable, exercise facilities, pool, exterior maintenance, scavenger, snow removal, internet
- 248 Units
- Ashley Abbott Association, Phone Number (847) 328-4345
- Property managed by FS Residential
- Lock-and-Leave Community
- 16-Story Property
Amenities
- Doorman
- Package Room
Recreation
Pet Policy
- Pets up to 60 lbs
- Dogs and Cats Allowed
Security
- Resident Manager or Management On Site
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 26, 2005
Sold by
Bought by
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Downtown Evanston, IL
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Audra Casey
-
Daniel O'Donoghue
Daniel O'Donoghue
Compass
(877) 606-5979
52 Total Sales
1 in Downtown Evanston
$432,000 Price
-
Helen Sobel
Helen Sobel
Responds QuicklyBaird & Warner
(312) 626-5702
94 Total Sales
1 in Downtown Evanston
$620,000 Price
-
Kara Moll
Kara Moll
Keller Williams ONEChicago
(708) 401-6516
149 Total Sales
1 in Downtown Evanston
$340,000 Price
-
Will Tveit
Will Tveit
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
(312) 586-9316
43 Total Sales
10 in Downtown Evanston
$139K - $1.2M Price Range
-
Katrina de los Reyes
Katrina de los Reyes
Responds QuicklyBerkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
(630) 580-0919
282 Total Sales
18 in Downtown Evanston
$140K - $1.2M Price Range
Purchase History
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| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Special Warranty Deed | $209,500 | Multiple |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/23/2026 07/23/26 | Sold | $279,000 | 0.0% | $420 / Sq Ft |
| 06/26/2026 06/26/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/23/2026 06/23/26 | For Sale | $279,000 | 0.0% | $420 / Sq Ft |
| 05/02/2024 05/02/24 | Rented | $2,150 | 0.0% | -- |
| 04/24/2024 04/24/24 | Off Market | $2,150 | -- | -- |
| 04/03/2024 04/03/24 | For Rent | $2,150 | +13.2% | -- |
| 06/15/2020 06/15/20 | Rented | $1,900 | -2.6% | -- |
| 12/26/2019 12/26/19 | For Rent | $1,950 | -- | -- |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Tax History
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| 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 | $4,637 | $19,264 | $729 | $18,535 |
| 2024 | $4,637 | $19,153 | $618 | $18,535 |
| 2023 | $4,449 | $19,153 | $618 | $18,535 |
| 2022 | $4,449 | $19,153 | $618 | $18,535 |
| 2021 | $4,681 | $17,639 | $407 | $17,232 |
| 2020 | $4,619 | $17,639 | $407 | $17,232 |
| 2019 | $4,520 | $19,291 | $407 | $18,884 |
| 2018 | $4,939 | $18,026 | $346 | $17,680 |
| 2017 | $4,810 | $18,026 | $346 | $17,680 |
| 2016 | $4,562 | $18,026 | $346 | $17,680 |
| 2015 | $4,287 | $15,990 | $289 | $15,701 |
| 2014 | $4,342 | $15,990 | $289 | $15,701 |
| 2013 | $4,245 | $15,990 | $289 | $15,701 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Geoff Brown
Seller's Agent in 2026
Geoff Brown
Compass
(847) 208-0422
10 in this area
171 Total Sales
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Selma Nemeth
Buyer's Agent in 2026
Selma Nemeth
@ Properties
(847) 774-3636
1 in this area
40 Total Sales
-
Brandy Isaac
Buyer's Agent in 2024
Brandy Isaac
@ Properties
(312) 961-1178
4 in this area
158 Total Sales
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Sandra Brown
Seller's Agent in 2020
Sandra Brown
Compass
(847) 744-7780
6 in this area
84 Total Sales
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Michael Marin
Buyer's Agent in 2020
Michael Marin
Signature Homes Realty
(847) 312-1014
48 in this area
58 Total Sales
About Optima Horizons
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12676288
APN: 11-18-119-036-1188
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