Optima Horizons 800 Elgin Rd Unit 1502 Evanston, IL 60201
Downtown Evanston Neighborhood
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,075
Sq Ft
$735/mo
HOA Fee
Highlights
- Doorman
- 5-minute walk to Davis Station
- Lock-and-Leave Community
- Dewey Elementary School Rated A
- Fitness Center
- 1-minute walk to Oldberg Park
About This Home
As of June 2025Prime location in Evanston, prime tier in the building--"02", high floor! This 10+ location cannot be beat! Upgraded condo on the 15th floor has unobstructed western facing condo. Freshly painted!! Views are expansive and the finishes in the condo are very nice, including Brazilian Cherry floors in living areas, Granite counter tops in the kitchen, upgraded Baths and Custom Drapes. There is also a balcony for grilling or just taking in the wonderful sunsets. In-unit Washer/Dryer, Garage Parking and Storage all included. Wonderful full amenity building with 24 hour Doorperson, Indoor Pool, Fitness Room, Bike Room and spacious outdoor terrace with grills and tables and chairs. Located 1 block north of downtown Evanston, this building borders the NU campus. Everything you want in shopping, restaurants, EL, Metra, Bike paths, Lakefront, Beaches is waiting outside your front door. Enjoy all that Evanston has to offer at your fingertips!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Baird & Warner License #475138386 Listed on: 01/12/2023
Property Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Est. Annual Taxes
- $7,302
Year Built
- Built in 2004
HOA Fees
- $735 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- Parking Included in Price
Interior Spaces
- 1,075 Sq Ft Home
- Ceiling Fan
- Combination Dining and Living Room
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- 2 Potential Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Home Security
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
- Cable TV Available
Additional Features
- Additional Parcels
Community Details
Overview
- Association fees include heat, air conditioning, water, gas, parking, insurance, doorman, tv/cable, pool, exterior maintenance, lawn care, scavenger, snow removal
- 248 Units
- Ashley Abbott Association, Phone Number (847) 328-4345
- High-Rise Condominium
- Optima Horizons Subdivision
- Property managed by First Service Residential
- Lock-and-Leave Community
- 16-Story Property
Amenities
- Doorman
- Sundeck
- Common Area
- Party Room
- Elevator
- Service Elevator
- Package Room
- Community Storage Space
Recreation
- Community Spa
- Bike Trail
Pet Policy
- Dogs and Cats Allowed
Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Fire Sprinkler System
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 9, 2025
Closed on
Jun 24, 2025
Sold by
Saleem Usman
Bought by
Gong Yijia
Seller's Agent
Whitney Wang
Prospect Equities Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
LILI ZHANG
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$430,000
Sold Price
$430,000
Views
29
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-4.34%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 12, 2023
Closed on
Feb 15, 2023
Sold by
Liu Shucheng
Bought by
Saleem Usman
Seller's Agent
Hilary Pender
Baird & Warner
Buyer's Agent
Whitney Wang
Prospect Equities Real Estate
List Price
$335,000
Sold Price
$312,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$22,500
-6.72%
Views
67
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
14.61%
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 21, 2018
Closed on
Aug 28, 2018
Sold by
Sen Devaleena
Bought by
Liu Shucheng
Seller's Agent
Robin Depeder
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Hilary Pender
Baird & Warner
List Price
$345,000
Sold Price
$319,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$25,500
-7.39%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.49%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 5, 2008
Sold by
Asher Mitchell F and Asher Christine P
Bought by
Sen Devaleena
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$340,634
Interest Rate
6.66%
Mortgage Type
FHA
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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 | $430,000 | Chicago Title | |
| Warranty Deed | $312,500 | First American Title Insurance | |
| Warranty Deed | $319,500 | Chicago Title | |
| Warranty Deed | $346,000 | Multiple |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $316,442 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $345,709 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $340,634 | FHA |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/30/2025 06/30/25 | Sold | $430,000 | 0.0% | $400 / Sq Ft |
| 04/15/2025 04/15/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/11/2025 04/11/25 | For Sale | $430,000 | 0.0% | $400 / Sq Ft |
| 04/09/2025 04/09/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/09/2025 04/09/25 | For Sale | $430,000 | +37.6% | $400 / Sq Ft |
| 02/27/2023 02/27/23 | Sold | $312,500 | -6.7% | $291 / Sq Ft |
| 02/08/2023 02/08/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/12/2023 01/12/23 | For Sale | $335,000 | +4.9% | $312 / Sq Ft |
| 09/04/2018 09/04/18 | Sold | $319,500 | -4.6% | $297 / Sq Ft |
| 07/13/2018 07/13/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/11/2018 06/11/18 | Price Changed | $335,000 | -2.9% | $312 / Sq Ft |
| 05/21/2018 05/21/18 | For Sale | $345,000 | -- | $321 / 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 | $7,048 | $29,112 | $939 | $28,173 |
| 2023 | $6,762 | $29,112 | $939 | $28,173 |
| 2022 | $6,762 | $29,112 | $939 | $28,173 |
| 2021 | $7,115 | $26,811 | $619 | $26,192 |
| 2020 | $7,020 | $26,811 | $619 | $26,192 |
| 2019 | $6,870 | $29,322 | $619 | $28,703 |
| 2018 | $7,507 | $27,400 | $526 | $26,874 |
| 2017 | $7,311 | $27,400 | $526 | $26,874 |
| 2016 | $6,934 | $27,400 | $526 | $26,874 |
| 2015 | $6,517 | $24,305 | $439 | $23,866 |
| 2014 | $6,599 | $24,305 | $439 | $23,866 |
| 2013 | $6,453 | $24,305 | $439 | $23,866 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Seller's Agent in 2025
Whitney Wang
Prospect Equities Real Estate
(312) 857-4658
5 in this area
211 Total Sales
-
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Diamante Durruthy
Prospect Equities Real Estate
(224) 772-4724
1 in this area
3 Total Sales
-
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Buyer's Agent in 2025
LILI ZHANG
Coldwell Banker Realty
(312) 342-3599
2 in this area
46 Total Sales
-
Seller's Agent in 2023
Hilary Pender
Baird & Warner
(773) 876-8234
2 in this area
23 Total Sales
-
Seller's Agent in 2018
Robin Depeder
@ Properties
(847) 630-3573
29 in this area
52 Total Sales
About Optima Horizons
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 11699966
APN: 11-18-119-036-1207
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