Aqua vs Cascade
Aqua has 42 available apartments from $2,417 (median $3,110). Cascade has 34 available apartments from $2,441 (median $3,192). Prices, sizes, amenities, transit and reviews side by side, checked September 23, 2026.
Where they differ
- Aqua starts lower, at $2,417 a month against $2,441 at Cascade.
- For a studio, the median asking rent is $2,483 at Aqua and $2,711 at Cascade, a difference of $228 (8%).
- For a 1 bedroom, the median asking rent is $3,158 at Aqua and $3,184 at Cascade, a difference of $26 (1%).
- For a 2 bedroom, the median asking rent is $4,511 at Aqua and $4,628 at Cascade, a difference of $117 (3%).
- Per square foot, Aqua is the better value at $4.22 against $4.38 at Cascade.
- Aqua has more choice right now: 42 available apartments against 34 at Cascade.
- Renters rate Aqua higher on Google: 4.5 out of 5 against 4.2 for Cascade.
- Only Aqua lists in-unit laundry, pool, fitness center, rooftop, parking, pets allowed, EV charging, balconies.
- Aqua is closer to the CTA: State/Lake is a 11 minute walk, while Cascade is 14 minutes from State/Lake.
Rent and availability
| Aqua | Cascade | |
|---|---|---|
| Available now | 42 | 34 |
| Starting rent | $2,417 | $2,441 |
| Median asking rent | $3,110 | $3,192 |
| Median rent per sq ft | $4.22 | $4.38 |
| Studio | from $2,417 · median $2,483 · 12 available · ~583 sq ft | from $2,441 · median $2,711 · 3 available · ~510 sq ft |
| 1 bedroom | from $2,902 · median $3,158 · 17 available · ~764 sq ft | from $2,505 · median $3,184 · 23 available · ~708 sq ft |
| 2 bedroom | from $4,325 · median $4,511 · 8 available · ~1,090 sq ft | from $4,450 · median $4,628 · 6 available · ~1,047 sq ft |
| Current specials | None listed | None listed |
Building and amenities
| Aqua | Cascade | |
|---|---|---|
| Neighborhood | Lakeshore East | Lakeshore East |
| Year built | n/a | n/a |
| Total units | 42 | 34 |
| Google rating | 4.5 / 5 (163 reviews) | 4.2 / 5 (100 reviews) |
| 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 | Yes | Not listed |
| Balconies | Yes | Not listed |
| Amenities listed | 30 | 3 |
| Managed by | Magellan | Magellan |
Getting around
| Aqua | Cascade | |
|---|---|---|
| Nearest CTA | State/Lake (Brown, Green, Orange, Pink, Purple), 11 min walk | State/Lake (Brown, Green, Orange, Pink, Purple), 14 min walk |
| Nearest grocery | Mariano's, 2 min walk | Mariano's, 4 min walk |
| Transit to O'Hare | 68 min | 69 min |
| Transit to Aon Center | 5 min | 10 min |
| Transit to Willis Tower | 18 min | 19 min |
| Transit to Art Institute | 14 min | 16 min |
| Transit to Union Station | 18 min | 19 min |
| Transit to Millennium Park | 10 min | 14 min |
Walk times are sidewalk-routed. Transit times are for a weekday morning. See how we measure.
Frequently asked
Is Aqua or Cascade cheaper?
Aqua starts lower, at $2,417 a month against $2,441 at Cascade. For a studio, the median asking rent is $2,483 at Aqua and $2,711 at Cascade, a difference of $228 (8%). For a 1 bedroom, the median asking rent is $3,158 at Aqua and $3,184 at Cascade, a difference of $26 (1%). For a 2 bedroom, the median asking rent is $4,511 at Aqua and $4,628 at Cascade, a difference of $117 (3%).
Which has more apartments available, Aqua or Cascade?
As of September 23, 2026, Aqua has 42 available apartments and Cascade has 34 available apartments.
Which is rated higher on Google, Aqua or Cascade?
Aqua is rated 4.5 out of 5 from 163 reviews. Cascade is rated 4.2 out of 5 from 100 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.