Alta at K Station vs K2 Apartments
Alta at K Station has 42 available apartments from $2,115 (median $2,759). K2 Apartments has 33 available apartments from $2,389 (median $3,132). Prices, sizes, amenities, transit and reviews side by side, checked September 23, 2026.
Where they differ
- Alta at K Station starts lower, at $2,115 a month against $2,389 at K2 Apartments.
- For a studio, the median asking rent is $2,220 at Alta at K Station and $2,476 at K2 Apartments, a difference of $256 (10%).
- For a 1 bedroom, the median asking rent is $2,681 at Alta at K Station and $3,219 at K2 Apartments, a difference of $538 (17%).
- For a 2 bedroom, the median asking rent is $3,886 at Alta at K Station and $4,411 at K2 Apartments, a difference of $525 (12%).
- Per square foot, Alta at K Station is the better value at $3.55 against $4.07 at K2 Apartments.
- Alta at K Station has more choice right now: 42 available apartments against 33 at K2 Apartments.
- Renters rate K2 Apartments higher on Google: 4.1 out of 5 against 4 for Alta at K Station.
- K2 Apartments is running a special: 0.5 MO FREE.
Rent and availability
| Alta at K Station | K2 Apartments | |
|---|---|---|
| Available now | 42 | 33 |
| Starting rent | $2,115 | $2,389 |
| Median asking rent | $2,759 | $3,132 |
| Median rent per sq ft | $3.55 | $4.07 |
| Studio | from $2,115 · median $2,220 · 10 available · ~577 sq ft | from $2,389 · median $2,476 · 7 available · ~536 sq ft |
| 1 bedroom | from $2,425 · median $2,681 · 15 available · ~740 sq ft | from $2,546 · median $3,219 · 22 available · ~780 sq ft |
| 2 bedroom | from $3,727 · median $3,886 · 17 available · ~1,130 sq ft | from $4,119 · median $4,411 · 3 available · ~1,250 sq ft |
| 3 bedroom | None available | from $7,095 · median $7,095 · 1 available · ~1,494 sq ft |
| Current specials | None listed | 0.5 MO FREE |
Building and amenities
| Alta at K Station | K2 Apartments | |
|---|---|---|
| Neighborhood | West Loop | West Loop |
| Year built | n/a | n/a |
| Total units | 42 | 33 |
| Google rating | 4 / 5 (242 reviews) | 4.1 / 5 (94 reviews) |
| In-unit laundry | Yes | Yes |
| Pool | Yes | Yes |
| Fitness center | Yes | Yes |
| Rooftop | Not listed | Not listed |
| Doorman or concierge | Yes | Yes |
| Parking | Not listed | Not listed |
| Pets allowed | Not listed | Not listed |
| EV charging | Not listed | Not listed |
| Balconies | Yes | Yes |
| Amenities listed | 22 | 24 |
| Managed by | Morguard | Willow Bridge |
Getting around
| Alta at K Station | K2 Apartments | |
|---|---|---|
| Nearest CTA | Clinton (Green/Pink) (Green, Pink), 5 min walk | Grand (Blue) (Blue), 5 min walk |
| Nearest grocery | Jewel-Osco, 3 min walk | Jewel-Osco, 2 min walk |
| Transit to O'Hare | 57 min | 53 min |
| Transit to Aon Center | 27 min | 26 min |
| Transit to Willis Tower | 20 min | 24 min |
| Transit to Art Institute | 24 min | 25 min |
| Transit to Union Station | 18 min | 21 min |
| Transit to Millennium Park | 24 min | 27 min |
Walk times are sidewalk-routed. Transit times are for a weekday morning. See how we measure.
Frequently asked
Is Alta at K Station or K2 Apartments cheaper?
Alta at K Station starts lower, at $2,115 a month against $2,389 at K2 Apartments. For a studio, the median asking rent is $2,220 at Alta at K Station and $2,476 at K2 Apartments, a difference of $256 (10%). For a 1 bedroom, the median asking rent is $2,681 at Alta at K Station and $3,219 at K2 Apartments, a difference of $538 (17%). For a 2 bedroom, the median asking rent is $3,886 at Alta at K Station and $4,411 at K2 Apartments, a difference of $525 (12%).
Which has more apartments available, Alta at K Station or K2 Apartments?
As of September 23, 2026, Alta at K Station has 42 available apartments and K2 Apartments has 33 available apartments.
Which is rated higher on Google, Alta at K Station or K2 Apartments?
Alta at K Station is rated 4 out of 5 from 242 reviews. K2 Apartments is rated 4.1 out of 5 from 94 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.