Aqua vs Coast at Lakeshore East
Aqua has 42 available apartments from $2,417 (median $3,110). Coast at Lakeshore East has 30 available apartments from $2,525 (median $3,275). 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 $2,525 at Coast at Lakeshore East.
- For a studio, the median asking rent is $2,483 at Aqua and $2,700 at Coast at Lakeshore East, a difference of $217 (8%).
- For a 1 bedroom, the median asking rent is $3,158 at Aqua and $3,292 at Coast at Lakeshore East, a difference of $134 (4%).
- For a 2 bedroom, the median asking rent is $4,511 at Aqua and $4,681 at Coast at Lakeshore East, a difference of $170 (4%).
- Per square foot, Aqua is the better value at $4.22 against $4.53 at Coast at Lakeshore East.
- Aqua has more choice right now: 42 available apartments against 30 at Coast at Lakeshore East.
- Renters rate Aqua higher on Google: 4.5 out of 5 against 4.3 for Coast at Lakeshore East.
- Only Aqua lists rooftop.
- Only Coast at Lakeshore East lists doorman or concierge.
- Aqua is closer to the CTA: State/Lake is a 11 minute walk, while Coast at Lakeshore East is 12 minutes from State/Lake.
Rent and availability
| Aqua | Coast at Lakeshore East | |
|---|---|---|
| Available now | 42 | 30 |
| Starting rent | $2,417 | $2,525 |
| Median asking rent | $3,110 | $3,275 |
| Median rent per sq ft | $4.22 | $4.53 |
| Studio | from $2,417 · median $2,483 · 12 available · ~583 sq ft | from $2,525 · median $2,700 · 7 available · ~605 sq ft |
| 1 bedroom | from $2,902 · median $3,158 · 17 available · ~764 sq ft | from $2,654 · median $3,292 · 19 available · ~758 sq ft |
| 2 bedroom | from $4,325 · median $4,511 · 8 available · ~1,090 sq ft | from $4,314 · median $4,681 · 4 available · ~1,030 sq ft |
| Current specials | None listed | None listed |
Building and amenities
| Aqua | Coast at Lakeshore East | |
|---|---|---|
| Neighborhood | Lakeshore East | Lakeshore East |
| Year built | n/a | n/a |
| Total units | 42 | 30 |
| Google rating | 4.5 / 5 (163 reviews) | 4.3 / 5 (209 reviews) |
| In-unit laundry | Yes | Yes |
| Pool | Yes | Yes |
| Fitness center | Yes | Yes |
| Rooftop | Yes | Not listed |
| Doorman or concierge | Not listed | Yes |
| Parking | Yes | Yes |
| Pets allowed | Yes | Yes |
| EV charging | Yes | Yes |
| Balconies | Yes | Yes |
| Amenities listed | 30 | 30 |
| Managed by | Magellan | Morguard |
Getting around
| Aqua | Coast at Lakeshore East | |
|---|---|---|
| Nearest CTA | State/Lake (Brown, Green, Orange, Pink, Purple), 11 min walk | State/Lake (Brown, Green, Orange, Pink, Purple), 12 min walk |
| Nearest grocery | Mariano's, 2 min walk | Mariano's, 3 min walk |
| Transit to O'Hare | 68 min | 67 min |
| Transit to Aon Center | 5 min | 7 min |
| Transit to Willis Tower | 18 min | 20 min |
| Transit to Art Institute | 14 min | 14 min |
| Transit to Union Station | 18 min | 20 min |
| Transit to Millennium Park | 10 min | 13 min |
Walk times are sidewalk-routed. Transit times are for a weekday morning. See how we measure.
Frequently asked
Is Aqua or Coast at Lakeshore East cheaper?
Aqua starts lower, at $2,417 a month against $2,525 at Coast at Lakeshore East. For a studio, the median asking rent is $2,483 at Aqua and $2,700 at Coast at Lakeshore East, a difference of $217 (8%). For a 1 bedroom, the median asking rent is $3,158 at Aqua and $3,292 at Coast at Lakeshore East, a difference of $134 (4%). For a 2 bedroom, the median asking rent is $4,511 at Aqua and $4,681 at Coast at Lakeshore East, a difference of $170 (4%).
Which has more apartments available, Aqua or Coast at Lakeshore East?
As of September 23, 2026, Aqua has 42 available apartments and Coast at Lakeshore East has 30 available apartments.
Which is rated higher on Google, Aqua or Coast at Lakeshore East?
Aqua is rated 4.5 out of 5 from 163 reviews. Coast at Lakeshore East is rated 4.3 out of 5 from 209 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.