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
Contingent
$1,899,995
1720 Maple Ave APT 2710, Evanston, IL 60201
3beds
--sqft
Est.:
Condominium, Duplex, Single Family Residence
Built in 2002
-- sqft lot
$1,807,700 Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$5,385/mo HOA
What's special
Indoor poolFitness centerFloor-to-ceiling windowsPrivate elevatorExtra high ceilingsPrimary suiteTop-of-the-line stainless steel appliances
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: April 23, 2025 at 04:32pm
Listing courtesy of:
Michael Marin 847-312-1014,
Signature Homes Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12298607

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: No additional rooms
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 442 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 26X17
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 483 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23X21
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X13
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 1 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 01X01
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 1 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 01X01
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 1 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 01X01
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 72 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X8
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 1 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 01X01
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
Features
- Basement: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Details
- Parcel number: 11181170141197
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium, Duplex, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Glass
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Reinforced Caisson
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2002
Details
- Builder model: PENTHOUSE
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Bike Room/Bike Trails, Door Person, Elevator(s), Exercise Room, Storage, On Site Manager/Engineer, Party Room, Sundeck, Indoor Pool, Service Elevator(s), Spa/Hot Tub
- Services included: Heat, Air Conditioning, Water, Gas, Parking, Insurance, Security, Doorman, Cable TV, Exercise Facilities, Pool, Exterior Maintenance, Lawn Care, Scavenger, Snow Removal
- HOA fee: $5,385 monthly
Location
- Region: Evanston
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $2,349,650
- Annual tax amount: $56,882
- Date on market: 2/26/2025
- Ownership: Condo
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