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Optima Towers
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Highlights
- Premier Transit Location
- Pool
- Spa
- Elevator
- Balcony
- Hardwood Floors
Pricing & Floor Plans
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| Beds | Baths | Average SF | Availability |
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| 1 Bedroom 1 Bedroom 1 Br | 1 Bath 1 Bath 1 Ba | — | Not Available |
| 2 Bedrooms 2 Bedrooms 2 Br | 2 Baths 2 Baths 2 Ba | — | Not Available |
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Property Information
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Built in 2000
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105 units/13 stories
About Optima Towers
Optima Towers offers a blend of comfort, quality, and design. This community is located in the 60201 area of Evanston. The professional leasing staff is ready to show you our community. At Optima Towers you'll feel right at home.
Optima Towers is an apartment community located in Cook County and the 60201 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Evanston Central Consolidated School District 65 attendance zone.
Community Amenities
Pool
Fitness Center
Elevator
24 Hour Access
- 24 Hour Access
- Public Transportation
- Elevator
- Storage Space
- Fitness Center
- Spa
- Pool
- Courtyard
Apartment Features
Washer/Dryer
Air Conditioning
Dishwasher
High Speed Internet Access
- High Speed Internet Access
- Washer/Dryer
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Cable Ready
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Kitchen
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Hardwood Floors
- Balcony
1580 Sherman Ave,
Evanston,
IL
60201
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Evanston sits on the western shore of Lake Michigan directly north of Chicago, holding its own as a full-fledged city rather than simply a suburb in the shadow of its neighbor. Northwestern University, founded in 1851 and one of the country's leading research institutions, anchors much of the city's identity and shapes its intellectual energy. The broader economy draws corporate leadership as well, and Evanston's independent commercial corridors reflect a city that takes its own character seriously.
Distinct neighborhoods give the city real variety. Downtown near Davis Street buzzes with independent shops and transit access, the Main-Dempster Mile carries a more relaxed, arts-forward feel, and Central Street offers a quieter, small-town atmosphere with specialty retailers and historic architecture throughout the Ridge Historic District. The lakefront is never far, with beaches, parks, and the 1873 Grosse Point Lighthouse adding genuine texture to daily life.
Learn more about living in Evanston
Average Prices by Area
Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.
| Downtown Evanston | Evanston, IL | |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,969 | $1,724 |
| 1 Bedroom | $2,463 | $1,915 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $3,349 | $2,563 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $5,083 | $3,670 |
Below are rent ranges for similar nearby apartments
| Beds | Average Size | Lowest | Typical | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio Studio Studio | 548-549 Sq Ft | $1,445 | $2,640 | $7,927 |
| 1 Bed 1 Bed 1 Bed | 724-750 Sq Ft | $1,500 | $3,211 | $13,804 |
| 2 Beds 2 Beds 2 Beds | 1103-1115 Sq Ft | $2,200 | $3,831 | $12,014 |
| 3 Beds 3 Beds 3 Beds | 1761-1780 Sq Ft | $2,954 | $4,774 | $15,285 |
| 4 Beds 4 Beds 4 Beds | 1037 Sq Ft | $3,995 | $6,697 | $12,100 |
Amenities
- 24 Hour Access
- Public Transportation
- Elevator
- Storage Space
- Courtyard
- Fitness Center
- Spa
- Pool
- High Speed Internet Access
- Washer/Dryer
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Cable Ready
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Kitchen
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Hardwood Floors
- Balcony
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 9 min | 5.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 10 min | 5.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 13 min | 6.5 mi |
Optima Towers is within 3 minutes or 1.2 miles from Northwestern Univ., Evanston. It is also near Loyola University, Lakeshore and Oakton C.C., Skokie Campus.
Schools
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
318 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
339 Students
Nearby
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
612 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
3,457 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades PK-12
239 Students
Nearby
School data provided by
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Transportation options available in Evanston include Davis Station, located 0.1 mile from Optima Towers. Optima Towers is near Chicago O'Hare International, located 15.5 miles or 28 minutes away, and Chicago Midway International, located 25.0 miles or 38 minutes away.
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Walk: | 2 min | 0.1 mi |
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Walk: | 7 min | 0.4 mi |
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Walk: | 12 min | 0.6 mi |
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Walk: | 17 min | 0.9 mi |
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.6 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Walk: | 3 min | 0.2 mi |
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.6 mi |
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.7 mi |
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.7 mi |
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Drive: | 7 min | 3.3 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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Chicago O'Hare International
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Drive: | 28 min | 15.5 mi |
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Chicago Midway International
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Drive: | 38 min | 25.0 mi |
Walkability Near Optima Towers
Getting Around
What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
Very Walkable
Walkability
80
/ 100
Exceptional Public Transit
Transit
90
/ 100
Somewhat Drivable
Drivability
30
/ 100
Very Bikeable
Bikeability
80
/ 100
Scores provided by
What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
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Traffic
-Airport
-Businesses
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HowLoud What is a Sound Score Rating? A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources. How It WorksTime and distance from Optima Towers.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 4 min | 0.2 mi | |
| Walk: | 5 min | 0.3 mi | |
| Walk: | 9 min | 0.5 mi |
Optima Towers has 3 shopping centers within 0.5 mile, which is about a 9-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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Merrick Rose Garden
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Walk: | 8 min | 0.4 mi |
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Shakespeare Garden
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Walk: | 16 min | 0.8 mi |
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Dearborn Observatory
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Drive: | 2 min | 1.2 mi |
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Grosse Point Lighthouse
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.5 mi |
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Ladd Arboretum and Evanston Ecology Center
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.6 mi |
Optima Towers has 5 parks within 1.6 miles, including Merrick Rose Garden, Shakespeare Garden, and Dearborn Observatory.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 10 min | 5.7 mi |
Optima Towers has 3 hospitals within 5.7 miles, the nearest is NorthShore University HealthSystem - Evanston Hospital which is 1.6 miles away and a 3 minute drive.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 31 min | 17.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 34 min | 24.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 58 min | 37.2 mi |
Optima Towers has 3 military bases within 37.2 miles, the nearest is US Military Reservation Elk Grove which is 17.0 miles away and a 31 minute drive.
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Does Optima Towers have in-unit laundry?
Optima Towers has units with in‑unit washers and dryers, making laundry day simple for residents.
What utilities are included in rent at Optima Towers?
Utilities are not included in rent. Residents should plan to set up and pay for all services separately.
Is parking available at Optima Towers?
Contact this property for parking details.
Is Optima Towers pet-friendly?
Optima Towers does not allow pets, though service animals are always welcome in accordance with applicable laws.
Does Optima Towers have move-in specials?
Optima Towers is not currently offering any rent specials. Check back soon, as promotions change frequently.
Does Optima Towers offer Matterport 3D tours?
While Optima Towers does not offer Matterport 3D tours, renters can request a tour directly through our online platform.
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What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
What is a Sound Score Rating?
A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources.
1580 Sherman Ave
Evanston, IL 60201
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