100 Forest Place vs The Emerson
100 Forest Place has 11 available apartments from $2,227 (median $2,749). The Emerson has 16 available apartments from $2,019 (median $2,494). Prices, sizes, amenities, transit and reviews side by side, checked September 23, 2026.
Where they differ
- The Emerson starts lower, at $2,019 a month against $2,227 at 100 Forest Place.
- For a 1 bedroom, the median asking rent is $2,349 at 100 Forest Place and $2,494 at The Emerson, a difference of $145 (6%).
- For a 2 bedroom, the median asking rent is $2,783 at 100 Forest Place and $3,659 at The Emerson, a difference of $876 (24%).
- Per square foot, 100 Forest Place is the better value at $2.88 against $3.42 at The Emerson.
- The Emerson has more choice right now: 16 available apartments against 11 at 100 Forest Place.
- Renters rate The Emerson higher on Google: 4.3 out of 5 against 4.2 for 100 Forest Place.
- Only The Emerson lists in-unit laundry, pool, fitness center, rooftop, doorman or concierge, pets allowed.
- The Emerson is closer to the CTA: Harlem/Lake is a 2 minute walk, while 100 Forest Place is 4 minutes from Harlem/Lake.
- 100 Forest Place is running a special: SPECIAL — CALL.
Rent and availability
| 100 Forest Place | The Emerson | |
|---|---|---|
| Available now | 11 | 16 |
| Starting rent | $2,227 | $2,019 |
| Median asking rent | $2,749 | $2,494 |
| Median rent per sq ft | $2.88 | $3.42 |
| Studio | None available | from $2,019 · median $2,059 · 3 available · ~572 sq ft |
| 1 bedroom | from $2,227 · median $2,349 · 4 available · ~789 sq ft | from $2,389 · median $2,494 · 10 available · ~750 sq ft |
| 2 bedroom | from $2,749 · median $2,783 · 7 available · ~1,004 sq ft | from $3,589 · median $3,659 · 3 available · ~1,100 sq ft |
| Current specials | SPECIAL — CALL | None listed |
Building and amenities
| 100 Forest Place | The Emerson | |
|---|---|---|
| Neighborhood | Oak Park | Oak Park |
| Year built | n/a | n/a |
| Total units | 11 | 16 |
| Google rating | 4.2 / 5 (217 reviews) | 4.3 / 5 (173 reviews) |
| In-unit laundry | Not listed | Yes |
| Pool | Not listed | Yes |
| Fitness center | Not listed | Yes |
| Rooftop | Not listed | Yes |
| Doorman or concierge | Not listed | Yes |
| Parking | Not listed | Not listed |
| Pets allowed | Not listed | Yes |
| EV charging | Not listed | Not listed |
| Balconies | Not listed | Not listed |
| Amenities listed | 4 | 21 |
| Managed by | Marquette Management | Trinity Property Consultants |
Getting around
| 100 Forest Place | The Emerson | |
|---|---|---|
| Nearest CTA | Harlem/Lake (Green), 4 min walk | Harlem/Lake (Green), 2 min walk |
| Nearest grocery | Trader Joe's, 6 min walk | Whole Foods, 3 min walk |
| Transit to O'Hare | 66 min | 62 min |
| Transit to Aon Center | 52 min | 43 min |
| Transit to Willis Tower | 37 min | 35 min |
| Transit to Art Institute | 45 min | 42 min |
| Transit to Union Station | 33 min | 31 min |
| Transit to Millennium Park | 49 min | 46 min |
Walk times are sidewalk-routed. Transit times are for a weekday morning. See how we measure.
Frequently asked
Is 100 Forest Place or The Emerson cheaper?
The Emerson starts lower, at $2,019 a month against $2,227 at 100 Forest Place. For a 1 bedroom, the median asking rent is $2,349 at 100 Forest Place and $2,494 at The Emerson, a difference of $145 (6%). For a 2 bedroom, the median asking rent is $2,783 at 100 Forest Place and $3,659 at The Emerson, a difference of $876 (24%).
Which has more apartments available, 100 Forest Place or The Emerson?
As of September 23, 2026, 100 Forest Place has 11 available apartments and The Emerson has 16 available apartments.
Which is rated higher on Google, 100 Forest Place or The Emerson?
100 Forest Place is rated 4.2 out of 5 from 217 reviews. The Emerson is rated 4.3 out of 5 from 173 reviews.
Where do these numbers come from?
Precise Rent reads each building's own published pricing and availability every morning and afternoon. Rent is the listed monthly price before any special, for apartments available right now. Google ratings are as published on Google Maps.