A WOW! Fantastic location, location, location in Evanston, IL. Full amenity building, no projected special assessments, spacious and all furnished 2 bed/2bath + office, balcony to enjoy unobstructed east-facing views of Lake Michigan, Evanston's classic skyline, and Northwestern University from nearly every room in this expansive, light-filled condo-featuring one of the largest floor plans in Optima Horizons. Thoughtfully designed as split level bedroom, this apartment offers a serene primary suite (two large closets plus linen closet), a generous second bedroom with built-in bookcase, and a versatile third space perfect for office or study. Again, features include: * Private balcony with breathtaking views * Custom closets with shelves and drawers in all bedrooms * In-unit laundry * Large walk-in foyer closet for extra storage Includes: one heated indoor parking space (#43) and private storage locker (#166). Building amenities: 24-hour doorman, on-site management, heated indoor pool, hot tub, fitness center, and sun deck, community center w/kitchen.
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$425,000
800 Elgin Rd APT 909, Evanston, IL 60201
2beds
1,200sqft
Condominium, Single Family Residence
Built in 2004
-- sqft lot
$427,000 Zestimate®
$354/sqft
$3,225 Estimated rent
Home value
$427,000
$389,000 - $470,000
$3,225/mo
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: December 06, 2025 at 03:14pm
Listing courtesy of:
Paula K Johnson, GRI 312-319-1168,
Compass
Bought with:
Paula K Johnson, GRI
Compass
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12505062
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Main
- Area: 169 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X13
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 140 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X10
Balcony porch lanai
- Level: Main
- Area: 36 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 4X9
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X10
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 322 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23X14
Office
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 77 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 07X11
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, In Unit
Features
- Elevator, Storage
- Basement: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 1,200 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Heated Garage, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Exterior features: Balcony
Details
- Additional parcels included: 11181190361289
- Parcel number: 11181190361089
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Glass
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2004
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Evanston
- Subdivision: Optima Horizons
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $917 monthly
- Amenities included: Door Person, Elevator(s), Exercise Room, Storage, Party Room, Indoor Pool
- Services included: Heat, Air Conditioning, Water, Parking, Insurance, Security, Doorman, Cable TV, Exercise Facilities, Pool, Exterior Maintenance, Lawn Care, Scavenger, Snow Removal, Internet
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash
- Ownership: Condo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/1/2025 | Sold | $425,000$354/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12505062 | ||
| 11/4/2025 | Contingent | $425,000$354/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12505062 | ||
| 10/30/2025 | Listed for sale | $425,000+23.2%$354/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12505062 | ||
| 12/19/2008 | Sold | $345,000-3.1%$288/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #06937122 | ||
| 12/8/2004 | Sold | $356,000$297/sqft |
Source: Public Record | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $7,975 +4.2% | $32,942 |
| 2022 | $7,652 -5% | $32,942 +8.6% |
| 2021 | $8,052 +1.4% | $30,340 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Downtown
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Dewey Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 7/10Nichols Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.9 mi
- 9/10Evanston Twp High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 mi
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.
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