Aqua vs North Harbor Tower
Aqua has 42 available apartments from $2,417 (median $3,110). North Harbor Tower has 30 available apartments from $2,252 (median $2,631). Prices, sizes, amenities, transit and reviews side by side, checked September 23, 2026.
Where they differ
- North Harbor Tower starts lower, at $2,252 a month against $2,417 at Aqua.
- For a studio, the median asking rent is $2,311 at North Harbor Tower and $2,483 at Aqua, a difference of $172 (7%).
- For a 1 bedroom, the median asking rent is $3,047 at North Harbor Tower and $3,158 at Aqua, a difference of $111 (4%).
- For a 2 bedroom, the median asking rent is $4,286 at North Harbor Tower and $4,511 at Aqua, a difference of $225 (5%).
- Per square foot, North Harbor Tower is the better value at $4.18 against $4.22 at Aqua.
- Aqua has more choice right now: 42 available apartments against 30 at North Harbor Tower.
- Renters rate North Harbor Tower higher on Google: 4.6 out of 5 against 4.5 for Aqua.
- Only Aqua lists rooftop, EV charging, balconies.
- Aqua is closer to the CTA: State/Lake is a 11 minute walk, while North Harbor Tower is 15 minutes from Lake (Red).
Rent and availability
| Aqua | North Harbor Tower | |
|---|---|---|
| Available now | 42 | 30 |
| Starting rent | $2,417 | $2,252 |
| Median asking rent | $3,110 | $2,631 |
| Median rent per sq ft | $4.22 | $4.18 |
| Studio | from $2,417 · median $2,483 · 12 available · ~583 sq ft | from $2,252 · median $2,311 · 15 available · ~497 sq ft |
| 1 bedroom | from $2,902 · median $3,158 · 17 available · ~764 sq ft | from $2,624 · median $3,047 · 9 available · ~848 sq ft |
| 2 bedroom | from $4,325 · median $4,511 · 8 available · ~1,090 sq ft | from $4,043 · median $4,286 · 6 available · ~1,263 sq ft |
| Current specials | None listed | None listed |
Building and amenities
| Aqua | North Harbor Tower | |
|---|---|---|
| Neighborhood | Lakeshore East | Lakeshore East |
| Year built | n/a | n/a |
| Total units | 42 | 30 |
| Google rating | 4.5 / 5 (163 reviews) | 4.6 / 5 (180 reviews) |
| In-unit laundry | Yes | Yes |
| Pool | Yes | Yes |
| Fitness center | Yes | Yes |
| Rooftop | Yes | Not listed |
| Doorman or concierge | Not listed | Not listed |
| Parking | Yes | Yes |
| Pets allowed | Yes | Yes |
| EV charging | Yes | Not listed |
| Balconies | Yes | Not listed |
| Amenities listed | 30 | 22 |
| Managed by | Magellan | Waterton |
Getting around
| Aqua | North Harbor Tower | |
|---|---|---|
| Nearest CTA | State/Lake (Brown, Green, Orange, Pink, Purple), 11 min walk | Lake (Red) (Brown, Green, Orange, Pink, Purple), 15 min walk |
| Nearest grocery | Mariano's, 2 min walk | Mariano's, 4 min walk |
| Transit to O'Hare | 68 min | 68 min |
| Transit to Aon Center | 5 min | 12 min |
| Transit to Willis Tower | 18 min | 17 min |
| Transit to Art Institute | 14 min | 15 min |
| Transit to Union Station | 18 min | 17 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 North Harbor Tower cheaper?
North Harbor Tower starts lower, at $2,252 a month against $2,417 at Aqua. For a studio, the median asking rent is $2,311 at North Harbor Tower and $2,483 at Aqua, a difference of $172 (7%). For a 1 bedroom, the median asking rent is $3,047 at North Harbor Tower and $3,158 at Aqua, a difference of $111 (4%). For a 2 bedroom, the median asking rent is $4,286 at North Harbor Tower and $4,511 at Aqua, a difference of $225 (5%).
Which has more apartments available, Aqua or North Harbor Tower?
As of September 23, 2026, Aqua has 42 available apartments and North Harbor Tower has 30 available apartments.
Which is rated higher on Google, Aqua or North Harbor Tower?
Aqua is rated 4.5 out of 5 from 163 reviews. North Harbor Tower is rated 4.6 out of 5 from 180 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.