Perched atop a premier high-rise in Evanston, this rarely available, freshly painted penthouse offers an exceptional blend of space, light, and sweeping views. Floor-to-ceiling windows and expansive skylights flood the home with natural light while showcasing breathtaking panoramic vistas to the west, south, and east-including year-round views of the Chicago skyline. The thoughtfully designed floor plan features a spacious living room with 9-foot ceilings and dramatic windows, creating an open and airy atmosphere. A skylit dining area flows seamlessly into a sleek, remodeled galley kitchen complete with quartz countertops, a Fisher & Paykel refrigerator, 42" cabinetry, and modern finishes. The large primary suite includes a beautifully updated en-suite bath with a walk-in shower and oversized vanity with abundant storage. A generous second bedroom-ideal as a guest room or home office-is conveniently located across from a second full bath featuring a tub/shower combination. Both bathrooms are enhanced by oversized skylights, bringing in natural light even during the winter months. Step outside onto your private balcony and take in stunning sunrises and sunsets along with uninterrupted 365-degree views. Additional highlights include in-unit laundry, ample closet space, and two included garage parking spaces with rental potential. Residents enjoy access to full-service amenities, including a 24-hour door staff on weekends, secure package handling, a newly remodeled lobby, an indoor pool, hot tub, and a state-of-the-art fitness center that opens to a beautifully landscaped outdoor patio with grills and seating areas. Ideally located in vibrant downtown Evanston, just steps from Northwestern University, this home offers unmatched convenience, style, and lifestyle appeal.
Est. $3,782 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 800 Elgin Rd Ph 20
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12628666
May 28, 2026
Sold (MLS) (Closed)
$515,000
$468/sq ft
May 11, 2026
Contingent (Contingent - Continue to Show)
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MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #09320144
Sep 16, 2016
Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)
$394,000
$358/sq ft
Sep 1, 2016
Contingent
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Aug 19, 2016
Listed (New)
$399,000
$363/sq ft
+11
Rarely available penthouse condo in popular Optima Horizons. SW corner unit with beautiful views of the Chicago skyline. Modern kitchen with maple cabinets, granite counters and white appliances opens to dining and living room which has west facing balcony perfect for watching the sun set. Hardwood floors in living areas and hallways. Spacious master suite and bath. Nice size 2nd bedroom and hall bath. In unit laundry. Lots of closet space. Skylights. 2 garage spaces included. Premier building with full amenities including friendly door staff, indoor pool, excercise room opens to pretty outdoor space with gas grills. Located in vibrant downtown Evanston this is the closest high rise to Northwestern University.
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #09257481
Jun 27, 2016
Contingent
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Jun 27, 2016
Listing Removed
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Jun 24, 2016
Listed (New)
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Last updated by owner on Jan 23, 2023.
D4
Downtown Transition District
The D4 downtown transition district is intended to provide for business infill development and redevelopment within downtown Evanston. The massing and scale of structures within the D4 district should be reflective of established uses and should provide suitable transition between downtown districts and those districts adjacent to the downtown. The district is also intended to encourage and sustain a mix of office, retail, and residential uses. Planned developments are encouraged as a special use in the D4 district. Where a lot zoned D4 is overlaid with an oRD redevelopment overlay district designation, a planned development is required in order to ensure that proposed development in these areas is consistent with the objectives and policies of the adopted plan for downtown Evanston.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Bank
General retail
Restaurant
Housing
Infrastructure
Hotel / motel
Mixed use
Office
Recreation
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Parking (Total): 2
Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Other, Attached, Garage
Association Fee Includes: Heat, Air Conditioning, Water, Parking, Insurance, Doorman, Clubhouse, Exercise Facilities, Pool, Exterior Maintenance, Scavenger, Snow Removal
Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
Association Amenities: Door Person, Exercise Room, Storage, On Site Manager/Engineer, Party Room, Sundeck, Indoor Pool, Receiving Room, Security Door Lock(s)
School Information
Elementary School District: 65
Elementary School: Dewey Elementary School
Middle Or Junior School District: 65
Middle Or Junior School: Nichols Middle School
High School District: 202
High School: Evanston Twp High School
Location Information
Subdivision Name: Optima Horizons
Township: Evanston
Corporate Limits: Evanston
Directions: From Emerson St and Maple Ave - East on Maple, right on Elgin Rd, follow to property.
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County: Cook County
APN: 11181190361245
Home facts updated by county records on Jan 23, 2023