Aqua
225 N Columbus Dr, Lakeshore East, Chicago 60601
Aqua is that instantly recognizable 87-story tower in Lakeshore East with the rippling, wavy balconies, and the views from up there cover the lake, the river, and Millennium Park. The real draw is the amenity decks: an 80,000-square-foot outdoor space with a 25-yard lap pool, hot tub, and fire pit, plus an indoor pool, sauna and steam rooms, and a running track. You are a few minutes from Lakeshore East Park and a Mariano's, with Drunken Bean a five-minute walk for coffee and bars like Amuse and Toro close by. The State/Lake CTA stop is about thirteen minutes on foot, and there is direct pedway access if you want to skip the weather entirely.
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Available units (39)
| Unit | Price / mo | Size | Available | Floor Plan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| #2404 | $2,732 | 681 sf | 2026-10-15 | Convertible 04a |
| #3504 | $2,911 | 681 sf | 2026-08-15 | Convertible 04b |
| #3404 | $2,943 | 681 sf | 2026-07-29 | Convertible 04b |
| #3604 | $2,965 | 681 sf | 2026-08-14 | Convertible 04b |
| #4904 | $3,078 | 681 sf | 2026-10-04 | Convertible 04a |
| #5108 | $3,177 | 681 sf | Available Now | Convertible 08b |
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- •Convertibles $2,732–$3,177, 6 avail · Studios $2,636–$2,961, 7 avail · 1 Beds $3,084–$3,520, 18 avail · 2 Beds $4,611–$5,114, 8 avail
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Resident reviews
on Google MapsBeen living here since the new year and I love it. The staff are incredibly hospitable and the building is amazing. I’d highly recommend
The architecture is distinctive and unforgettable.
A beautiful place, worth living in, and close to everything.
Very nice!
I'd live here if I could!
I like the experience of living here. Beautiful place and convenient living. People are friendly and helpful.
I recently attended a party at AQUA, and I was genuinely impressed with the entire experience. …
Loved living at Aqua. All of the staff, from the leasing office to the front desk to the package room to the maintenance team are incredibly friendly and kind. Would recommend.
Overall our experience here is great. Management team is very nice and friendly. Pros …
I've been seriously considering moving to Aqua Lakeshore East because there is a lot to like about the property. The amenities appear to be top-notch, the location is excellent, and the building itself is impressive. …
A representative sample of 10 recent reviews with written feedback, weighted to reflect the overall rating. Sourced from Google Maps; Aquadoesn't control the content.
What's around here
36 places sit within a 5-minute walk of Aqua, measured from the front door against live map data.
Coffee. Market Chicago is a 5-minute walk, with Drunken Bean and The Link@Sheraton Cafe close by.
Dining and drinks. 8 bars sit within five minutes.
Getting around. 9 CTA stations are within reach, the closest being State/Lake (8 min), and a Divvy dock sits 5 minutes out.
Outdoors and water. Aqua Lifestyle Garden is 1 minute away and the lakefront and its trail are about a 10-minute walk.
Something to do. Lucky Strike, 18 bowling lanes, 130 arcade games, billiards and ping pong, is 13 minutes away. Five Iron Golf (River North) and Electric Shuffle are also close.
Game day. Lizzie McNeill's Irish Pub, the General Chicago teams / Irish sports bar, is 4 minutes away. Elephant & Castle (Wabash Ave) (Chicago Fire FC) is 6 minutes out.
Worth the trip. Maggie Daley Park (climbing walls, a skating ribbon and play gardens) is 9 minutes on foot.
Everyday errands. a full grocery (Mariano's) is 5 minutes away and a CVS Pharmacy pharmacy is 2 minutes out.