Experience sophisticated urban living in this exceptional 1,700 sq. ft. condominium at 1720 Maple Ave - Optima Views. The award winning architect David Hovey changed the original 3 bedroom tier into 2 large primary suites that afford generous work areas for remote life and work balance. This flexible floor plan offers expansive living spaces and exceptional comfort. Soaring floor-to-ceiling windows fill the home with natural light and showcase beautiful east-facing city views. The generously proportioned living and dining areas create an inviting setting for everyday living and entertaining. The well-appointed kitchen features stainless steel appliances and granite countertops, offering both style and functionality. The spacious primary bedroom includes a walk-in closet, while the home also features convenient in-unit laundry. Additional highlights include an indoor heated parking space #59 and a storage locker #4, adding valuable convenience to city living. All of these in a well-managed building with amenities that include 24-hour door staff, pool, jacuzzi, fitness center, indoor heated parking garage, 4th-floor deck with Room & Board patio furniture, a business center, and a bike room. Heat, basic cable/internet & gas are included in the assessment. Ideally situated in Evanston close to public transportation: CTA (Purple Line), Metra train, and Bus transit to the airport & malls. The building is a convenient walking distance to Farmer's Market, Top Tier Medical campus, and the new 12-screen AMC movie theatre is across the street. Walk to the center of downtown with fun local eateries and bars, for groceries you have Whole Foods & Trader Joe's and 2 Starbucks. Evanston is one of the Chicago area's premier & sought-after neighborhoods with easy access to the Lakefront, beaches, Music and performing venues, spas, Northwestern Hospital, and highly-rated restaurants and shopping. Exciting New North Light theater is around the corner- experience a play and dinner without the hassle of finding parking. A true feeling of wellness with a Walk Score 97: Walker's Paradise - Daily errands do not require a car :) directly benefits your "health wellness." Bike Score 95: Biker's Paradise - Feels like Europe or Asia with bike paths. Seller's Market in this building! Brokers: Priced to sell and looking for "As is" (Partial staged pictures 3-10)
Price cut: $20K (9/30)
$699,800
1720 Maple Ave APT 910, Evanston, IL 60201
2beds
1,700sqft
Condominium, Single Family Residence
Built in 2003
-- sqft lot
$684,700 Zestimate®
$412/sqft
$1,269/mo HOA
What's special
Soaring floor-to-ceiling windowsSpacious primary bedroomBeautiful east-facing city viewsFlexible floor planNatural lightWell-appointed kitchenExpansive living spaces
- 24 days
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Listed by:
Michael Marin 847-312-1014,
Signature Homes Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12762536
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Balcony/Porch/Lanai
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate), Window Treatments (Blinds), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Main
- Area: 260 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X13
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 247 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X13
Balcony porch lanai
- Level: Main
- Area: 48 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X6
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 100 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X10
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X9
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Main
- Area: 24 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X3
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 532 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 28X19
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, In Unit
Features
- Storage, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Granite Counters
- Flooring: Laminate
- Windows: Drapes
- Basement: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 1,700 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Concrete, Heated Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Exterior features: Balcony
Details
- Parcel number: 11181170141056
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: TV-Cable
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Concrete
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2003
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Optima Views
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Bike Room/Bike Trails, Door Person, Elevator in Residence, 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, Internet
- HOA fee: $1,269 monthly
Location
- Region: Evanston
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $412/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $517,430
- Annual tax amount: $12,110
- Date on market: 9/18/2026
- Ownership: Condo
Estimated market value
$684,700
$650,000 - $719,000
$4,972/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/10/2026 | Contingent | $699,800$412/sqft |
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| 9/30/2026 | Price change | $699,800-2.8%$412/sqft |
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| 9/18/2026 | Listed for sale | $719,800-3.9%$423/sqft |
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| 9/15/2026 | Listing removed | $749,000$441/sqft |
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| 5/23/2026 | Price change | $749,000-3.3%$441/sqft |
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| 5/4/2026 | Price change | $774,900-2.5%$456/sqft |
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| 3/14/2026 | Listed for sale | $795,000+48.6%$468/sqft |
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| 9/18/2024 | Listing removed | $5,000$3/sqft |
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| 4/20/2024 | Listed for rent | $5,000+78.6%$3/sqft |
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| 6/25/2015 | Sold | $535,000-7%$315/sqft |
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| 6/3/2015 | Pending sale | $575,000$338/sqft |
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| 6/3/2015 | Listed for sale | $575,000+25%$338/sqft |
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| 5/1/2013 | Listed for rent | $2,800+9.8%$2/sqft |
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| 12/20/2011 | Listing removed | $2,550$2/sqft |
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| 12/7/2011 | Price change | $2,550-12.1%$2/sqft |
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| 9/30/2011 | Price change | $2,900-9.4%$2/sqft |
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| 9/20/2011 | Listed for rent | $3,200$2/sqft |
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| 1/9/2006 | Sold | $460,000+5.6%$271/sqft |
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| 7/17/2003 | Sold | $435,500$256/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $12,110 +3.3% | $51,743 +0% |
| 2023 | $11,724 +4.4% | $51,742 |
| 2022 | $11,225 +3.2% | $51,742 +16.7% |
| 2021 | $10,880 +0.8% | $44,327 |
| 2020 | $10,794 +2.3% | $44,327 -8.6% |
| 2019 | $10,555 -2% | $48,477 +13.4% |
| 2018 | $10,774 +2.5% | $42,760 |
| 2017 | $10,509 +3.1% | $42,760 |
| 2016 | $10,189 -2.1% | $42,760 +10.1% |
| 2015 | $10,410 +1% | $38,823 |
| 2014 | $10,311 +2.4% | $38,823 |
| 2013 | $10,074 +6% | $38,823 -3.4% |
| 2012 | $9,501 +4.8% | $40,208 |
| 2011 | $9,068 -13.3% | $40,208 -13.7% |
| 2010 | $10,458 +18.5% | $46,598 +2.1% |
| 2009 | $8,827 -2.9% | $45,651 -9.2% |
| 2008 | $9,092 +0.3% | $50,258 |
| 2007 | $9,062 -6.2% | $50,258 +2.2% |
| 2006 | $9,658 +1.2% | $49,166 |
| 2005 | $9,540 -3.5% | $49,166 |
| 2004 | $9,890 | $49,166 |
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Neighborhood: Downtown
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Dewey Elementary School
- Middle: Nichols Middle School
- High: Evanston Twp High School
- District: 65
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.




