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Optima Lakeview®
3478 N Broadway
Chicago, IL 60657
773-692-5960
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About Us

design-driven real estate development firm

For more than four decades, Optima® has been developing, designing and building some of the most striking urban and suburban luxury residential communities in the United States.

About Optima®

A Developer with an Architect’s Vision

Each Optima® development is distinctive and customized to its physical location, with shared signature aesthetics including strong geometric shapes, inherently beautiful building materials and open, flexible floor plans.

With award-winning architects David C. Hovey, FAIA and David Hovey Jr., AIA at the helm, Optima® combines a deep understanding of how residents live with a desire to build the environment around their lifestyles — not to define them but to enhance them.

Signatures of Optima Sonoran Village developers and architects David C. Hovey and David Hovey Jr. in black ink.
Two people in business attire standing next to each other with lush greenery is in the background at Optima Sonoran Village.

Optima® Featured Developments

Rooftop infinity pool at Optima Kierland Apartments with lounge chairs, overlooking a cityscape and distant mountains at sunset. Rooftop infinity pool at Optima Kierland Apartments with lounge chairs, overlooking a cityscape and distant mountains at sunset.
Optima Kierland®
Discover a true desert oasis that offers luxury, convenience, and relaxation. Residents of Optima Kierland® enjoy beatufilly designed apartments and unrivaled amenities. Our apartments in Scottsdale, AZ seamlessly blend some of the country’s best outdoor recreation with a vibrant urban center. Steps away form some of the best shopping, dining, and entertainment at Kierland Commons and Scottsdale Quarter, Optima Kierland Apartments® is a world-class destination set against a captivating desert backdrop.
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Optima Sonoran Village apartments modern building with greenery on balconies, clear blue sky, and a distant mountain in the background. Optima Sonoran Village apartments modern building with greenery on balconies, clear blue sky, and a distant mountain in the background.
Optima Sonoran Village®
Optima Sonoran Village® is a mixed-use residential community in downtown Scottsdale. The community is situated on 10 acres and comprised of 5 buildings with 768 residences, 13,000 square feet of commercial space and over 5 acres of lushly landscaped courtyards. Located in Downtown Scottsdale, Optima Sonoran Village® is perfectly positioned to take advantage of all that Old Town Scottsdale has to offer.
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Upward view of modern skyscrapers at Optima Signature apartments with glass reflections, featuring a prominent red facade against a blue sky. Upward view of modern skyscrapers at Optima Signature apartments with glass reflections, featuring a prominent red facade against a blue sky.
Optima Signature®
Located just east of the Chicago River in the coveted Streeterville neighborhood of downtown Chicago, Optima Signature® is a 21st century urban solution to multi-family residential design. It rises 57 stories with 490 luxury residential apartments, offering serene views of Lake Michigan to the east and dynamic city views of Chicago in all other directions. Optima Signature® offers residents over 1.5 acres of amenities across 4 floors as well as indoor access to Whole Foods. Its 60,000 square feet of commercial space include 14,200 square feet of street-level retail.
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Modern glass building at Optima Verdana apartments with greenery, a tree in front, and a person walking on the sidewalk. Modern glass building at Optima Verdana apartments with greenery, a tree in front, and a person walking on the sidewalk.
Optima Verdana®
Optima Verdana® is a mixed-use residential community at the heart of downtown Wilmette in Chicago’s North Shore. The community features 100 ultra-luxury rental residences with over 8,000 SF of street level retail. Fitted with modern features, from Fisher and Paykel appliances to dedicated office spaces, each residence is thoughtfully curated. With signature vertical landscaping on all of Optima Verdana’s private terraces, residents are enveloped by luxuriant foliage year-round. Beyond the property itself, over 60 acres of beautiful lakefront are within walking distance, including beaches, harbor, and sailing beach with rentals.
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Aerial view of modern multi-story buildings at Optima McDowell Mountain apartments surrounded by trees, with mountains in the background and a road in the foreground. Aerial view of modern multi-story buildings at Optima McDowell Mountain apartments surrounded by trees, with mountains in the background and a road in the foreground.
Optima McDowell Mountain™
Located in the vibrant and burgeoning North Scottsdale and Greater Scottsdale Airpark area, Optima McDowell Mountain™ is the next evolution in environmentally friendly, state-of-the-art, all-inclusive residences. Meticulously designed to enhance wellness, cultivate community, and immerse residents in the distinctive natural beauty of the surrounding area, every detail has been crafted with Optima®’s signature commitment to sustainability and style. With unparalleled amenities, exquisite 360-degree views, abundant outdoor space, and easy access to Scottsdale’s most desirable destinations for entertainment, dining, and outdoor recreation, Optima McDowell Mountain™ is setting the new standard in exceptional desert living.
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    Our luxury residences offer an exceptional place to call home, but it’s the vibrant community that truly sets Optima Lakeview® apart in Chicago’s Lakeview neighborhood. From beautifully landscaped grounds and inviting communal spaces to an impressive array of upscale amenities, Optima Lakeview® provides the perfect backdrop for the lifestyle you’ve been dreaming of. Explore our blog to learn more about Optima Lakeview®, local Chicago events, arts and culture, health and wellness, design and architecture, and the latest in luxury apartment living.
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      From Our Residents

      “This place is wonderful. We have a plethora of space in our apartment and everything is top notch quality. We use the amenities daily. I feel very safe here and it’s extremely quiet in the unit which is nice.”
      -Optima Lakeview® Resident
      “This building is everything and whatever you are looking for in a building it’s here. I moved in with my three children and it has been a great experience so far. I love my home so much I never want to leave [it].”
      -Optima Lakeview® Resident
      “AMAZING! The community culture that has been established and upheld by the staff is beyond expectation. They are amazing. The facilities are amazing. Definitely recommend this place as you get the most bang for your buck. It’s such a peaceful and hassle free experience.”
      -Optima Lakeview® Resident
      “I truly admire the community that Optima Lakeview is building in the neighborhood. Not only are the building, amenities, and units top-notch, but most importantly the team that works here (Property Management, Leasing, Concierge, and Maintenance) are dedicated to creating an amazing experience for their tenants.”
      -Optima Lakeview® Resident
      “One of the most beautiful buildings I have visited. Excellent location in Lakeview. I could really tell that Mara, and Andrew in the office have great customer service and really care about the community! Such amazing amenities! Highly recommended!”
      -Optima Lakeview® Resident
      “I moved into Optima Lakeview in April of this year. I could not be happier! I absolutely love the design of the building, the units, and they truly nailed creating such perfect amenity spaces. The absolutely amazing staff is the icing on the cake! There is no comparable building in Lakeview, and I truly enjoy calling Optima home.”
      -Optima Lakeview® Resident
      “I love Optima Lakeview. It is a stellar community, in a stellar location. High end finishes complete the units, and the amenities are unmatched in the area. I highly recommend it! I hope to make this my home for years to come!”
      -Optima Lakeview® Resident
      “Beautiful apartments, caring staff and outstanding location make this building perfect for my needs. Bike room, pool, gym and rooftop deck are among the amenities that make the rent worth it. Highly recommend!”
      -Optima Lakeview® Resident
      “Everyone who visits us can’t believe how beautiful this building is and how amazing the amenities. The office staff are caring, professional and excellent in every way. The building maintenance staff come Immediately and take care of any issue. Our dog, Zoe is in heaven with all her new friends and the dog park. And we are in heaven that we don’t have to go out on the street with her late at night or early in the morning. Our concierge is the best—packages delivered right to our apartment.”
      -Optima Lakeview® Resident

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