Optima Horizons
800 Elgin Road, Evanston, IL, 60201
Year Built
2004
# Stories
16
# Total Units
300
Unit Size Range
2,812-2,912 sqft
Unit Demand
Low
Unit Availability
Low
About Optima Horizons
Optima Horizons is a contemporary 16-story high-rise located at 800 Elgin Road in Evanston. Constructed in 2004, the building offers a selection of 1, 2, and 3-bedroom condominium units that cater to diverse living needs. The architecture showcases modern design sensibilities with clean lines and expansive glass elements, enhancing both aesthetic appeal and natural light infiltration. Residents benefit from a comprehensive array of amenities, including a well-equipped fitness center designed to accommodate various exercise routines and a spacious indoor pool ideal for year-round swimming. Additionally, Optima Horizons provides a communal terrace, perfect for relaxation and social gatherings among residents. Though not situated directly on the waterfront, the building's location offers convenient access to public transportation and is a short distance from local shops, dining establishments, and cultural attractions, contributing to an active urban lifestyle in Evanston. With its strategic location and thoughtful amenities, Optima Horizons maintains a balance between privacy and community involvement, making it a notable high-rise living option in the area.
Amenities
Imagine indulging in a wealth of amenities right at your doorstep. Optima Horizons has everything from an indoor pool and health club to a serene spa and sauna for unwinding after a long day. If you enjoy hosting, there’s a party room and a clubhouse ideal for celebrations with friends. And for fitness enthusiasts, the exercise room offers plenty of options to stay active. Plus, you're treated to stunning water views and can take some time to relax on the sundeck or patio. With the bike room and nearby trails, exploring the area has never been more enjoyable!
Parking
Locker
Concierge
Elevator
Central AC
Pool
Fitness Center
Visitors ParkingBuilding Policies
First-time buyers often have questions about policies. At Optima Horizons, you’ll find a welcoming community that allows both cats and dogs, so your furry friends can move in with you! While there are specific limits on unit size and a required deposit, a friendly and secure neighborhood awaits.
Pets Allowed
Short-term Rental Allowed
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Optima Horizons Market Report (last 12 months)
Avg. List Price
$482,377 ($380/Sqft.)
Year-Over-Year List Price
22.07%Total Listings
13Avg. Days On Market
63Avg. Sale Price
$526,250 ($398/Sqft.)
Year-Over-Year Sale Price
50.45%Total Sold
14Avg. HOA Fees/Sqft
$2 /monthly
Optima Horizons Sales History
| Unit | Size (sqft) | Beds | Baths | Days On Market | Date | Status | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 1301 | 2700 | 3 | 3 | 47 | 2025-04-30 MLS#: 12307875 | Closed | $1,100,000 |
 | PH02 | 2862 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 2025-04-14 MLS#: 12279643 | Closed | $1,207,000 |
 | 511 | 2000 | 3 | 3 | 39 | 2025-03-03 MLS#: 12272575 | Closed | $910,000 |
1301
3 Beds
3 Baths
2700 sqft
Days On Market47
| Date | Status | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-04-30 | Closed | $1,100,000 |
MLS#: 12307875
511
3 Beds
3 Baths
2000 sqft
Days On Market39
| Date | Status | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-03-03 | Closed | $910,000 |
MLS#: 12272575
PH02
3 Beds
3 Baths
2862 sqft
Days On Market2
| Date | Status | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-04-14 | Closed | $1,207,000 |
MLS#: 12279643
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Compare with Buildings in the Neighbourhood (Last 12 Months)
Compare building's average price/sq. ft. and HOA fees/sq. ft. to buildings nearby
| Building Name | Avg price per square foot | AVG HOA FEE per square foot (Monthly) |
|---|---|---|
| Optima Horizons | $398/sqft. | $2 /sqft. |
| 800 Elgin Rd | $386/sqft. | $2 /sqft. |
| 1856 Sherman | $82/sqft. | $2 /sqft. |
| Sherman Gardens | $115/sqft. | $1 /sqft. |
| 1862 Sherman Ave | $115/sqft. | $1 /sqft. |
| 1866 Sherman Ave | $137/sqft. | $1 /sqft. |
Nearby Schools
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Beacon Academy
--Private|Grades 9–12
1574 Sherman Ave|0.43 miles away
Roycemore School
--Private|Grades PK–12
1200 Davis St|0.6 miles away
Midwest Montessori School
--Private|Grades PK–KG
926 Noyes St|0.7 miles away
Dewey Elementary School
APublic|Grades KG–5
1551 Wesley Ave|0.75 miles away
Chiaravalle Montessori School
--Private|Grades PK–8
425 Dempster St|0.94 miles away
Kingsway Preparatory School
--Private|Grades PK–4
2010 Dewey Ave|0.97 miles away
Schools
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Schools
Beacon Academy
--Private|Grades 9–12
1574 Sherman Ave|Less than 1 Mile Away
Roycemore School
--Private|Grades PK–12
1200 Davis St|Less than 1 Mile Away
Midwest Montessori School
--Private|Grades PK–KG
926 Noyes St|Less than 1 Mile Away
Dewey Elementary School
APublic|Grades KG–5
1551 Wesley Ave|Less than 1 Mile Away
Chiaravalle Montessori School
--Private|Grades PK–8
425 Dempster St|Less than 1 Mile Away
Kingsway Preparatory School
--Private|Grades PK–4
2010 Dewey Ave|Less than 1 Mile Away
Kingsley Elementary School
BPublic|Grades KG–5
2300 Green Bay Rd|1.24 Miles Away
Nichols Middle School
B+Public|Grades 6–8
800 Greenleaf St|1.27 Miles Away
Evanston Township High School
A-Public|Grades 9–12
1600 Dodge Ave|1.29 Miles Away
Orrington Elementary School
A+Public|Grades KG–5
2636 Orrington Ave|1.39 Miles Away
Haven Middle School
C-Public|Grades 6–8
2417 Prairie Ave|1.44 Miles Away
Park School
--Public|Grades –
828 Main St|1.59 Miles Away
Lincoln Elementary School
A-Public|Grades KG–5
910 Forest Ave|1.60 Miles Away
Washington Elementary School
B-Public|Grades KG–5
914 Ashland Ave|1.67 Miles Away
Rice Childrens Center
--Public|Grades 1–8
1101 Washington St|1.68 Miles Away
Pope John XXIII School
--Private|Grades PK–8
1120 Washington St|1.76 Miles Away
Eths Day School
--Public|Grades 9–12
1233 Hartrey Ave|1.78 Miles Away
Baker Demonstration School
--Private|Grades PK–8
201 Sheridan Rd|1.83 Miles Away
Joseph E Hill Education Center
--Public|Grades PK–PK
1500 McDaniel Ave|1.88 Miles Away
Dr Ml King Jr Literary & Fine Arts School
B-Public|Grades KG–8
2424 Lake St|1.90 Miles Away
Lincolnwood Elementary School
B-Public|Grades KG–5
2600 Colfax St|2.04 Miles Away
Oakton Elementary School
CPublic|Grades KG–5
436 Ridge Ave|2.31 Miles Away
Chute Middle School
CPublic|Grades 6–8
1400 Oakton St|2.37 Miles Away
Walker Elementary School
B+Public|Grades KG–5
3601 Church St|2.49 Miles Away
St Francis Xavier School
--Private|Grades PK–8
808 Linden Ave|2.49 Miles Away
Dawes Elementary School
BPublic|Grades KG–5
440 Dodge Ave|2.64 Miles Away
Transit
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Maple & Clark
0.16 miles away|4 min walk
Maple & Emerson
0.17 miles away|4 min walk
Emerson & Maple
0.19 miles away|4 min walk
Church & Benson
0.23 miles away|5 min walk
Church St & Benson Ave
0.23 miles away|5 min walk
Church & Sherman
0.23 miles away|5 min walk
Transit
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Maple & Clark
0.16 miles away|4 min walk
Maple & Emerson
0.17 miles away|4 min walk
Emerson & Maple
0.19 miles away|4 min walk
Church & Benson
0.23 miles away|5 min walk
Church St & Benson Ave
0.23 miles away|5 min walk
Church & Sherman
0.23 miles away|5 min walk
Maple & Church
0.25 miles away|5 min walk
Davis CTA Station
0.27 miles away|6 min walk
Church St & Maple Ave
0.27 miles away|6 min walk
Church & Maple
0.28 miles away|6 min walk
Davis Purple Line Station
0.29 miles away|6 min walk
Evanston (Davis St.)
0.3 miles away|6 min walk
Davis
0.3 miles away|6 min walk
Foster
0.31 miles away|6 min walk
Chicago & Clark
0.34 miles away|7 min walk
Oak & Church
0.35 miles away|7 min walk
Davis & Benson
0.36 miles away|7 min walk
Davis St & Benson Ave
0.36 miles away|7 min walk
Chicago & Sheridan
0.36 miles away|7 min walk
Emerson & Ridge
0.36 miles away|7 min walk
Oak Ave & Church St
0.36 miles away|7 min walk
Church St & Chicago Ave
0.37 miles away|8 min walk
Davis & Maple
0.38 miles away|8 min walk
Davis St & Maple Ave
0.38 miles away|8 min walk
Chicago Avenue & Church
0.39 miles away|8 min walk
Church & Chicago Avenue
0.4 miles away|8 min walk
Davis & Orrington
0.4 miles away|8 min walk
Sheridan & Emerson
0.41 miles away|8 min walk
Davis St & Orrington Ave
0.41 miles away|8 min walk
Church St & Ridge Ave
0.42 miles away|8 min walk
Davis & Oak
0.44 miles away|9 min walk
Davis St & Oak Ave
0.44 miles away|9 min walk
Green Bay Rd & Emerson St
0.45 miles away|9 min walk
Sheridan & Foster
0.46 miles away|9 min walk
Oak Ave & Davis St
0.46 miles away|9 min walk
Church & Ridge
0.46 miles away|9 min walk
Ridge & Church
0.47 miles away|10 min walk
Ridge Ave & Church St
0.47 miles away|10 min walk
Chicago Avenue & Davis
0.48 miles away|10 min walk
Emerson & Asbury
0.51 miles away|10 min walk
Davis St & Ridge Ave
0.53 miles away|11 min walk
Ridge & Davis
0.54 miles away|11 min walk
Ridge Ave & Davis St
0.56 miles away|11 min walk
Church St & Asbury Ave
0.57 miles away|11 min walk
Church & Asbury
0.57 miles away|11 min walk
Chicago Ave & Grove St
0.59 miles away|12 min walk
Davis St & Asbury Ave
0.61 miles away|12 min walk
Ridge & Grove
0.63 miles away|13 min walk
Chicago Ave & Lake St
0.63 miles away|13 min walk
Chicago Avenue & Lake
0.65 miles away|13 min walk
Church & Wesley
0.68 miles away|14 min walk
Noyes
0.69 miles away|14 min walk
Oak Ave & Lake St
0.7 miles away|14 min walk
Sheridan & Haven
0.72 miles away|14 min walk
Ridge Ave & Lake St
0.72 miles away|14 min walk
Ridge & Lake
0.74 miles away|15 min walk
Green Bay Rd & Simpson St
0.74 miles away|15 min walk
Lake & Ridge
0.74 miles away|15 min walk
Emerson & Ashland
0.76 miles away|15 min walk
Church St & Ashland Ave
0.77 miles away|15 min walk
Chicago Avenue & Greenwood
0.78 miles away|15 min walk
Ridge & Greenwood
0.85 miles away|17 min walk
Dempster
0.87 miles away|17 min walk
Green Bay Rd & Jackson Ave/Payne St
0.87 miles away|17 min walk
Church St & Florence Ave
0.88 miles away|17 min walk
Lake & Wesley
0.88 miles away|17 min walk
Church & Florence
0.89 miles away|17 min walk
Emerson & Dewey
0.89 miles away|18 min walk
Chicago Ave & Dempster St
0.9 miles away|18 min walk
Chicago Avenue & Dempster (Purple Line)
0.9 miles away|18 min walk
Ashland Ave & Simpson St
0.91 miles away|18 min walk
Ashland & Simpson
0.91 miles away|18 min walk
Oak Ave & Dempster St
0.93 miles away|18 min walk
Lake & Ashland
0.96 miles away|19 min walk
Ashland & Payne Street
0.98 miles away|19 min walk
Dempster & Ridge
0.98 miles away|19 min walk
Ridge & Dempster
0.99 miles away|19 min walk
Dempster St & Ridge Ave
1 miles away|20 min walk
Green Bay Rd & Noyes St/Ashland Ave
1 miles away|20 min walk
Green Bay Rd & Noyes St
1.04 miles away|20 min walk
Dempster & Asbury
1.04 miles away|20 min walk
Lake & Florence
1.04 miles away|21 min walk
Sheridan & Lincoln
1.05 miles away|21 min walk
Chicago Avenue & Hamilton
1.08 miles away|21 min walk
Simpson & Darrow
1.09 miles away|21 min walk
Dempster St & Wesley Ave
1.09 miles away|21 min walk
Dodge & Emerson
1.11 miles away|22 min walk
Chicago Ave & Hamilton St
1.11 miles away|22 min walk
Dempster & Wesley
1.11 miles away|22 min walk
Church St & Dodge Ave
1.12 miles away|22 min walk
Dodge Ave & Lyons St
1.12 miles away|22 min walk
Dodge & Lyons
1.12 miles away|22 min walk
Dodge Ave & Emerson St.
1.12 miles away|22 min walk
Lake & Dewey
1.12 miles away|22 min walk
Ridge & Crain
1.12 miles away|22 min walk
Church & Dodge
1.12 miles away|22 min walk
Dodge & Church
1.14 miles away|22 min walk
Dodge Ave & Church St
1.14 miles away|22 min walk
Emerson St & Dodge Ave
1.15 miles away|22 min walk
Dodge & Simpson
1.17 miles away|23 min walk
Dodge & Davis
1.18 miles away|23 min walk
Dodge Ave & Simpson St
1.19 miles away|23 min walk
Green Bay Rd & McCormick Blvd
1.19 miles away|23 min walk
Dempster & Florence
1.22 miles away|24 min walk
Central Street & Sherman
1.22 miles away|24 min walk
Central Street & Ridge
1.23 miles away|24 min walk
Central (Purple)
1.23 miles away|24 min walk
Central-Purple
1.23 miles away|24 min walk
Central & Orrington
1.24 miles away|24 min walk
Dodge & Evanston Township HS
1.24 miles away|24 min walk
Chicago Ave & Greenleaf St
1.24 miles away|24 min walk
Chicago Avenue & Greenleaf
1.25 miles away|24 min walk
Central Street & Girard (Purple Line)
1.25 miles away|25 min walk
Dempster St & Dewey Ave
1.27 miles away|25 min walk
Lake & Dodge
1.27 miles away|25 min walk
Ridge & Greenleaf
1.27 miles away|25 min walk
Central & Sheridan
1.27 miles away|25 min walk
Dodge & Lake
1.29 miles away|25 min walk
Dempster & Dewey
1.3 miles away|25 min walk
Central Street & Asbury
1.31 miles away|26 min walk
Dodge & Greenwood
1.36 miles away|27 min walk
Dempster & Darrow
1.38 miles away|27 min walk
Central Street & Jackson
1.4 miles away|27 min walk
Green Bay Rd & Lincoln
1.42 miles away|28 min walk
Green Bay Rd & Lincoln St
1.42 miles away|28 min walk
Ridge & Lee
1.43 miles away|28 min walk
Emerson St & Hartrey Ave
1.43 miles away|28 min walk
Dodge & Dempster
1.46 miles away|28 min walk
Central Street & Ashland
1.46 miles away|28 min walk
Dodge Station
1.47 miles away|29 min walk
Dempster St & Dodge Ave
1.47 miles away|29 min walk
Central Street & Eastwood
1.53 miles away|30 min walk
Dodge & Crain
1.56 miles away|30 min walk
Chicago Ave & Main St
1.58 miles away|31 min walk
Chicago Avenue & Main (Purple Line)
1.59 miles away|31 min walk
Ridge & Main
1.59 miles away|31 min walk
Emerson St & Foster St
1.6 miles away|31 min walk
Emerson St & Lemar Ave
1.62 miles away|32 min walk
Central St.
1.63 miles away|32 min walk
Central Street & Broadway/Poplar
1.63 miles away|32 min walk
Main
1.64 miles away|32 min walk
Main St.
1.65 miles away|32 min walk
Green Bay Rd & Central St
1.65 miles away|32 min walk
Central Street & Green Bay Rd
1.67 miles away|32 min walk
Dodge & Greenleaf
1.69 miles away|33 min walk
Ridge & Washington
1.7 miles away|33 min walk
Dempster St & Hartrey Ave
1.71 miles away|33 min walk
Chicago Avenue & Kedzie
1.77 miles away|34 min walk
Chicago Ave & Kedzie St
1.78 miles away|35 min walk
Chicago Ave & Madison St
1.79 miles away|35 min walk
Dodge & Lee
1.82 miles away|35 min walk
Green Bay Rd & Livingston St
1.87 miles away|36 min walk
Golf Rd & McDaniel Ave/ East Prairie Rd
1.87 miles away|36 min walk
Ridge & Monroe
1.88 miles away|36 min walk
Dempster St & Fowler Ave
1.89 miles away|37 min walk
Central Street & Hartrey
1.9 miles away|37 min walk
Golf Rd & East Prairie Rd
1.9 miles away|37 min walk
Dodge & Main
1.93 miles away|38 min walk
Central Street & Walnut
1.96 miles away|38 min walk
Dodge & Washington
2.04 miles away|40 min walk
Ridge & Seward
2.05 miles away|40 min walk
Golf Rd & Salem Circle
2.11 miles away|41 min walk
Central Street & McDaniel
2.13 miles away|41 min walk
Linden
2.14 miles away|42 min walk
Green Bay Rd & Isabella St
2.15 miles away|42 min walk
Dempster St & McCormick Blvd
2.17 miles away|42 min walk
Linden Ave & 3rd St
2.18 miles away|42 min walk
South Boulevard
2.19 miles away|42 min walk
Linden CTA (Linden Ave & 4th St)
2.2 miles away|43 min walk
Chicago Avenue & South Blvd (Purple Line)
2.21 miles away|43 min walk
Dodge & Monroe
2.21 miles away|43 min walk
Chicago Ave & South Blvd
2.21 miles away|43 min walk
4th St & Linden Ave
2.24 miles away|43 min walk
Dodge & Cleveland
2.24 miles away|43 min walk
Ridge & Oakton
2.26 miles away|44 min walk
3rd St & Greenleaf Ave
2.29 miles away|44 min walk
Oakton & Asbury
2.3 miles away|45 min walk
Central Street & Bennett
2.3 miles away|45 min walk
Dempster St & Kimball Ave
2.32 miles away|45 min walk
Oakton & Wesley
2.35 miles away|45 min walk
4th St & Greenleaf Ave
2.36 miles away|46 min walk
Ridge & Austin
2.38 miles away|46 min walk
Dodge & Keeney
2.39 miles away|46 min walk
Dempster St & Trumbull Ave
2.39 miles away|46 min walk
Oakton & Florence
2.4 miles away|46 min walk
3rd St & Central Ave
2.41 miles away|47 min walk
Central Street & Ewing
2.41 miles away|47 min walk
3rd / Central
2.43 miles away|47 min walk
Golf Rd & Central Park Ave
2.43 miles away|47 min walk
Sheridan / Central
2.43 miles away|47 min walk
St. Louis Station
2.45 miles away|47 min walk
Ridge & Hull Terrace
2.46 miles away|48 min walk
Oakton & Dewey
2.46 miles away|48 min walk
Central Ave & 4th St
2.47 miles away|48 min walk
Asbury & Kirk
2.47 miles away|48 min walk
Green Bay Rd & Oakwood Ave
2.49 miles away|48 min walk
Sheridan/3rd
2.49 miles away|48 min walk
Central Street & Reese
2.49 miles away|48 min walk
Oakton & Darrow
2.5 miles away|48 min walk
Central Ave & 5th St
2.5 miles away|48 min walk
Sheridan / 3rd
2.51 miles away|49 min walk
Asbury & Hull Terrace
2.52 miles away|49 min walk
Sheridan / Washington
2.52 miles away|49 min walk
Dodge & Oakton
2.52 miles away|49 min walk
Oakton & Dodge
2.53 miles away|49 min walk
Central Ave & 6th St
2.55 miles away|49 min walk
Dempster St & Central Park Ave
2.55 miles away|49 min walk
Ridge & Mulford
2.55 miles away|49 min walk
Central Street & Lincolnwood
2.57 miles away|50 min walk
Central Ave & 7th St
2.59 miles away|50 min walk
Asbury & Mulford
2.61 miles away|51 min walk
Chicago Ave & Juneway Ter/ Mulford St
2.61 miles away|51 min walk
Chicago & Juneway/Mulford
2.62 miles away|51 min walk
Green Bay Rd & Linden Ave
2.64 miles away|51 min walk
Central Ave & 8th St
2.64 miles away|51 min walk
Sheridan / Lake
2.68 miles away|52 min walk
Dodge & Kirk
2.69 miles away|52 min walk
Asbury & Harvard Terrace
2.7 miles away|52 min walk
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