NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Optima Horizons 800 Elgin Rd Unit 1518 Evanston, IL 60201

Downtown Evanston Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $404,000 - $422,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,045 Sq Ft
$685/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold March 31, 2020

Last sale price $312,000 $299 Per Sq Ft

Est. 31% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,413/month

25 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Balcony
  • 5-minute walk to Davis Station
  • Attached Garage
  • Dewey Elementary School Rated A
  • Galley Kitchen
  • 1-minute walk to Oldberg Park

About This Home

As of March 2020

Live in one of the best Evanston locations in this high floor, sun filled, 2 bed, 2 bath condo in a great downtown location. This is a turn key property that has been immaculately maintained. Almost new gorgeous hardwood flooring throughout the main living and designated dining area and almost new carpeting in the bedrooms. The unit has been tastefully painted with up to date neutral colors. Galley kitchen with upgraded cabinets and granite counter tops. Sweeping views of the North Shore from living room, balcony, and both bedrooms. Walking distance to Northwestern University, lake and shopping. Amenities include pool, 24-hour doorman, sundeck, fitness room, extra storage and heated parking. The building has just redone all hallways with new carpeting and paint adding fresh and stylist impact to the complex. Public transportation is just steps from this property.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jane Stahmer

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475140626 Listed on: 01/23/2020

@properties Christie's International Real Estate

Last Buyer's Agent

Monica Serafin

Baird & Warner License #475176125

Baird & Warner

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Year Built

  • 2004

Lot Details

  • 2.27

HOA Fees

  • $685 per month

Parking

  • Attached Garage
  • Heated Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Parking Included in Price
  • Garage Is Owned

Home Design

  • Concrete Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Primary Bathroom is a Full Bathroom
  • Storage

Kitchen

  • Galley Kitchen
  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Lake Michigan Water

Additional Features

  • East or West Exposure

Community Details

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Additional Features

  • Common Area
  • Storm Screens

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Year Built

2004

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$685 per month

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Attached Single
  • Unit Floor Level: 15
  • Age: 16-20 Years
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Ownership: Condo
  • Total Full or Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Estimated Year Built: 2004
  • Type Attached: Condo
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Stories: 16
  • Year Built: 2004

Interior Features

  • Interior Property Features: Laundry Hook-Up in Unit, Storage
  • Number Of Rooms: 5
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 16X12, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Blinds
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
  • Bedrooms All Levels: 2
  • Primary Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Above Grade Bedrooms: 2
  • Dining Room: Dimensions: 12X9, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Kitchen Type: Dimensions: 9X8, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Ceramic Tile
  • Kitchen Type: Galley
  • Additional Rooms: Balcony
  • Master Bedroom: Dimensions: 16X10, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Carpet, Windows: Blinds
  • Additional Room 1 Name: Balcony, Dimensions: 9X4, On Level: Main Level
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 12X9, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Carpet, Windows: Blinds
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 1045
  • Dining Room Type: Separate

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Building Type: Glass, Concrete
  • Exterior Property Features: Balcony, Storms/Screens
  • Exposure: W (West)

Garage/Parking

  • Number of Cars: 1
  • Parking: Garage
  • Garage Type: Attached
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s), Heated
  • Garage On Site: Yes
  • Number Garage Spaces: 1
  • Parking Included In Price: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned

Utilities

  • Air Conditioner: Central Air
  • Water: Lake Michigan, Public
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Heating Fuel: Forced Air

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Max Pet Weight: 40
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Management: Manager On-site
  • Pet Information: Cats OK, Dogs OK, Pet Count Limitation
  • Common Area Amenities: Door Person, Elevator, Exercise Room, Storage, On Site Manager/Engineer, Party Room, Sundeck, Pool-Indoors, Security Door Locks
  • Assessment Includes: Heat, Air Conditioning, Water, Common Insurance, Security, Doorman, TV/Cable, Clubhouse, Exercise Facilities, Pool, Exterior Maintenance, Scavenger, Snow Removal, Internet Access
  • Assessment Association Fees: 685
  • Management Contact Name: Ashley Abbott
  • Management Phone: 847-328-4245

Fee Information

  • Management Company: First Service Residential

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: 65

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: COMMON
  • Lot Description: Common Grounds
  • Parcel Identification Number: 11181190361223

Multi Family

  • Total Number Unitsin Building: 248
  • Number Stories: 16

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 7502.52

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 23, 2020
Closed on
Mar 20, 2020
Sold by
Zichterman Michael J and Zichterman Karen J
Bought by
Guerrero Giancarlo and Guerrero Virginia
Seller's Agent
Jane Stahmer
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Monica Serafin
Baird & Warner
List Price
$321,900
Sold Price
$312,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,900
-3.08%
Current Estimated Value
$410,168

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$98,168
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.94%
Original Mortgage
$218,400
Outstanding Balance
$192,944
Interest Rate
3.37%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$218,290

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 20, 2015
Closed on
Mar 7, 2016
Sold by
Tejani Hussain
Bought by
Zichterman Michael J and Zichterman Karen J
Seller's Agent
Regina Cartright
Jameson Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Richard O'Dwyer
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$319,000
Sold Price
$292,900
Premium/Discount to List
-$26,100
-8.18%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.56%
Original Mortgage
$219,650
Interest Rate
3.72%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 27, 2015
Sold by
Tejani Nizar
Bought by
Tejani Hussain

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 6, 2009
Sold by
Man Elbert
Bought by
Tejani Nizar

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 3, 2005
Sold by
Optima Horizons Lp
Bought by
Man Elbert

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$204,000
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Guerrero Giancarlo $312,000 Proper Title Llc
Zichterman Michael J $293,000 Cambridge Title Company
Tejani Hussain -- Attorney
Tejani Nizar $287,000 None Available
Man Elbert $272,000 Multiple
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Guerrero Giancarlo $218,400
Previous Owner Zichterman Michael J $219,650
Previous Owner Man Elbert $204,000
Closed Man Elbert $13,600
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
03/31/2020 03/31/20 Sold $312,000 -3.1% $299 / Sq Ft
02/18/2020 02/18/20 For Sale $321,900 +3.2% $308 / Sq Ft
02/17/2020 02/17/20 Pending -- -- --
02/16/2020 02/16/20 Off Market $312,000 -- --
01/23/2020 01/23/20 For Sale $321,900 +9.9% $308 / Sq Ft
03/07/2016 03/07/16 Sold $292,900 -2.3% $280 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
02/01/2016 02/01/16 Pending -- -- --
09/08/2015 09/08/15 Price Changed $299,900 -1.3% $287 / Sq Ft
08/23/2015 08/23/15 Price Changed $304,000 -1.6% $291 / Sq Ft
07/27/2015 07/27/15 Price Changed $309,000 -3.1% $296 / Sq Ft
07/20/2015 07/20/15 For Sale $319,000 -- $305 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $6,862 $28,347 $915 $27,432
2023 $6,584 $28,347 $915 $27,432
2022 $6,584 $28,347 $915 $27,432
2021 $6,928 $26,106 $603 $25,503
2020 $6,836 $26,106 $603 $25,503
2019 $6,690 $28,551 $603 $27,948
2018 $7,309 $26,679 $512 $26,167
2017 $7,119 $26,679 $512 $26,167
2016 $6,752 $26,679 $512 $26,167
2015 $6,346 $23,666 $428 $23,238
2014 $6,426 $23,666 $428 $23,238
2013 $6,283 $23,666 $428 $23,238
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Jane Stahmer

    Seller's Agent in 2020

    Jane Stahmer

    @ Properties

    (847) 331-4835

    5 in this area

    39 Total Sales

    Jane Stahmer
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  • Monica Serafin

    Buyer's Agent in 2020

    Monica Serafin

    Baird Warner

    (773) 230-6441

    1 in this area

    38 Total Sales

    Monica Serafin
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  • Regina Cartright

    Seller's Agent in 2016

    Regina Cartright

    Jameson Sotheby's International Realty

    (847) 727-5424

    3 in this area

    35 Total Sales

    Regina Cartright
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  • Richard O'Dwyer

    Buyer's Agent in 2016

    Richard O'Dwyer

    @ Properties

    (312) 835-6644

    1 in this area

    17 Total Sales

    Richard O'Dwyer
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About Optima Horizons

Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: MRD10617581

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 11-18-119-036-1223

Illinois Cook County Evanston 60201 Downtown Evanston

800 Elgin Rd Unit 1518, Evanston, IL

Not Listed for Sale

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