73 East Lake vs The Bellwether
73 East Lake has 27 available apartments from $2,727 (median $3,995). The Bellwether has 42 available apartments from $2,009 (median $2,776). Prices, sizes, amenities, transit and reviews side by side, checked September 26, 2026.
Where they differ
- The Bellwether starts lower, at $2,009 a month against $2,727 at 73 East Lake.
- For a 1 bedroom, the median asking rent is $2,818 at The Bellwether and $3,499 at 73 East Lake, a difference of $681 (19%).
- For a 2 bedroom, the median asking rent is $4,317 at 73 East Lake and $4,892 at The Bellwether, a difference of $575 (12%).
- Per square foot, 73 East Lake is the better value at $4.00 against $4.31 at The Bellwether.
- The Bellwether has more choice right now: 42 available apartments against 27 at 73 East Lake.
- Only 73 East Lake lists in-unit laundry, pool, fitness center, rooftop, parking, pets allowed, balconies.
Rent and availability
| 73 East Lake | The Bellwether | |
|---|---|---|
| Available now | 27 | 42 |
| Starting rent | $2,727 | $2,009 |
| Median asking rent | $3,995 | $2,776 |
| Median rent per sq ft | $4.00 | $4.31 |
| Studio | None available | from $2,009 · median $2,138 · 10 available · ~473 sq ft |
| 1 bedroom | from $2,727 · median $3,499 · 14 available · ~748 sq ft | from $2,534 · median $2,818 · 28 available · ~672 sq ft |
| 2 bedroom | from $3,754 · median $4,317 · 13 available · ~1,139 sq ft | from $4,877 · median $4,892 · 4 available · ~1,178 sq ft |
| Current specials | None listed | None listed |
Building and amenities
| 73 East Lake | The Bellwether | |
|---|---|---|
| Neighborhood | The Loop | The Loop |
| Year built | n/a | n/a |
| Total units | 27 | 42 |
| Google rating | 4.5 / 5 (104 reviews) | n/a |
| In-unit laundry | Yes | Not listed |
| Pool | Yes | Not listed |
| Fitness center | Yes | Not listed |
| Rooftop | Yes | Not listed |
| Doorman or concierge | Not listed | Not listed |
| Parking | Yes | Not listed |
| Pets allowed | Yes | Not listed |
| EV charging | Not listed | Not listed |
| Balconies | Yes | Not listed |
| Amenities listed | 45 | 0 |
| Managed by | Magellan |
Getting around
| 73 East Lake | The Bellwether | |
|---|---|---|
| Nearest CTA | n/a | n/a |
| Nearest grocery | n/a | n/a |
| Transit to O'Hare | 58 min | n/a |
| Transit to Aon Center | 6 min | n/a |
| Transit to Willis Tower | 16 min | n/a |
| Transit to Art Institute | 8 min | n/a |
| Transit to Union Station | 16 min | n/a |
| Transit to Millennium Park | 8 min | n/a |
Walk times are sidewalk-routed. Transit times are for a weekday morning. See how we measure.
Frequently asked
Is 73 East Lake or The Bellwether cheaper?
The Bellwether starts lower, at $2,009 a month against $2,727 at 73 East Lake. For a 1 bedroom, the median asking rent is $2,818 at The Bellwether and $3,499 at 73 East Lake, a difference of $681 (19%). For a 2 bedroom, the median asking rent is $4,317 at 73 East Lake and $4,892 at The Bellwether, a difference of $575 (12%).
Which has more apartments available, 73 East Lake or The Bellwether?
As of September 26, 2026, 73 East Lake has 27 available apartments and The Bellwether has 42 available apartments.
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.