Optima Views 1720 Maple Ave Unit 2710 Evanston, IL 60201
Downtown Evanston NeighborhoodEstimated payment $20,730/month
Highlights
- Doorman
- Fitness Center
- Community Indoor Pool
- Dewey Elementary School Rated A
- Wood Flooring
- Party Room
About This Home
INSANE views from EVERY ROOM in this designer home in Evanston's Luxury residences at Optima Views. ZESTIMATE: $1,906,700. DUPLEX PENTHOUSE WITH AN IN-UNIT ELEVATOR DESIGNED BY AWARD-WINNING ARCHITECT- DAVID HOVEY. Elegant 3 beds- 3.5 baths- 3 parking in this Huge top floor unique Duplex Property with approximate 3,608 sq. ft. plus 227 sq. ft. in Balconies giving this amazing unit plenty of natural light from every room and endless panoramic breathtaking views of Downtown Chicago/Evanston and the Lake (Helicopter views), floor-to-ceiling windows, and extra high ceilings. The one-of-a-kind kitchen features top-of-the-line stainless steel appliances, new backsplash, an island, and white cabinets. The living room, dining room, kitchen, half bath, and balcony are located on the main floor, and the bedrooms, bathrooms, and storage rooms are on the second floor. The primary suite offers a huge walk-in closet, a primary bath with double vanity, a bathtub, and a standing shower with double shower heads. The unit is also appointed with three private balconies with amazing outdoor space, a laundry room, a private elevator, 3 indoor heated parking spaces, and a storage locker. This luxury property looks like a movie set! All of this is in a Well-Managed building with amenities that include a beautiful lobby with 24-hour door staff, an indoor pool, a jacuzzi, a 3,000 sq. ft. fitness center with state-of-the-art equipment, a large bike room, a recycling area, and a 4th-floor deck with Room & Board patio furniture & business center. Parking Spaces 149, 151, 152, and Storage Locker 87 are Limited Common Elements. Basic cable/Internet and gas are included in the assessment. The Optima Views building received the Distinguished Building Award from the Chicago Chapter of the American Institute of Architects in 2005. Home to world-class Northwestern University, Evanston residents have plenty to cheer about - from watching Big Ten sports and enjoying cultural events to exploring academic pursuits to vibrant lakefront wellness and romantic evenings at Amy Morton restaurants. Walker's Paradise score 95, you do not require a car to run daily errands, with easy access to the Lakefront, beaches, Music venues, wellness spas, Northwestern hospital & North shore Medical Care, highly-sought after restaurants, shopping, a new 12-screen AMC movie theatre, and we are proud Northlight Theatre is coming home. Feels like a traditional home soaring in the sky! Seller's Market in this building. Modern design pictures 2-41 are virtually staged to give you an idea of what you could bring to the table with your unique creative design. Special Assessment remaining balance: $31,162.50 due July 1st, 2025, for Building Chiller Replacement. Reserves: $2,683,416.77. Evanston is the #1 place to live in Cook County
Property Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Est. Annual Taxes
- $56,882
Year Built
- Built in 2002
HOA Fees
- $5,385 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 3 Car Garage
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Reinforced Caisson Foundation
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- Family Room
- Combination Dining and Living Room
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Potential Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Schools
- Dewey Elementary School
- Nichols Middle School
- Evanston Twp High School
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Lake Michigan Water
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
- 203 Units
- Carolina Cervantez Association, Phone Number (847) 491-0104
- Penthouse
- Property managed by First Residential
- 27-Story Property
Amenities
- Doorman
- Sundeck
- Party Room
- Elevator
- Service Elevator
- Community Storage Space
Recreation
- Community Spa
- Bike Trail
Pet Policy
- Pets up to 40 lbs
- Pet Size Limit
- Dogs and Cats Allowed
Security
- Resident Manager or Management On Site
Map
About Optima Views
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $54,580 | $234,966 | $4,575 | $230,391 |
| 2023 | $54,580 | $234,966 | $4,575 | $230,391 |
| 2022 | $54,580 | $234,966 | $4,575 | $230,391 |
| 2021 | $53,419 | $201,292 | $3,019 | $198,273 |
| 2020 | $52,706 | $201,292 | $3,019 | $198,273 |
| 2019 | $51,577 | $220,133 | $3,019 | $217,114 |
| 2018 | $51,267 | $187,124 | $2,561 | $184,563 |
| 2017 | $49,929 | $187,124 | $2,561 | $184,563 |
| 2016 | $47,356 | $187,124 | $2,561 | $184,563 |
| 2015 | $47,271 | $176,297 | $2,049 | $174,248 |
| 2014 | $46,821 | $176,297 | $2,049 | $174,248 |
| 2013 | $45,745 | $176,297 | $2,049 | $174,248 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/21/2025 04/21/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/25/2025 02/25/25 | For Sale | $1,899,995 | -- | -- |
Deed History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $937,500 | Cst | |
| Deed | $1,195,500 | First American | |
| Special Warranty Deed | $1,535,000 | Multiple |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $789,000 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $888,750 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
| Closed | $800,000 | Unknown |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12298607
APN: 11-18-117-014-1197
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