Aqua vs Shoreham & Tides
Aqua has 42 available apartments from $2,417 (median $3,110). Shoreham & Tides has 52 available apartments from $2,502 (median $3,083). 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 $2,502 at Shoreham & Tides.
- For a studio, the median asking rent is $2,483 at Aqua and $2,502 at Shoreham & Tides, a difference of $19 (1%).
- For a 1 bedroom, the median asking rent is $3,081 at Shoreham & Tides and $3,158 at Aqua, a difference of $77 (2%).
- For a 2 bedroom, the median asking rent is $4,181 at Shoreham & Tides and $4,511 at Aqua, a difference of $330 (7%).
- Per square foot, Shoreham & Tides is the better value at $3.92 against $4.22 at Aqua.
- Shoreham & Tides has more choice right now: 52 available apartments against 42 at Aqua.
- Renters rate Aqua higher on Google: 4.5 out of 5 against 4.1 for Shoreham & Tides.
- Only Aqua lists rooftop, EV charging.
- Only Shoreham & Tides lists doorman or concierge.
- Aqua is closer to the CTA: State/Lake is a 11 minute walk, while Shoreham & Tides is 12 minutes from State/Lake.
Rent and availability
| Aqua | Shoreham & Tides | |
|---|---|---|
| Available now | 42 | 52 |
| Starting rent | $2,417 | $2,502 |
| Median asking rent | $3,110 | $3,083 |
| Median rent per sq ft | $4.22 | $3.92 |
| Studio | from $2,417 · median $2,483 · 12 available · ~583 sq ft | from $2,502 · median $2,502 · 1 available · ~550 sq ft |
| 1 bedroom | from $2,902 · median $3,158 · 17 available · ~764 sq ft | from $2,759 · median $3,081 · 21 available · ~726 sq ft |
| 2 bedroom | from $4,325 · median $4,511 · 8 available · ~1,090 sq ft | from $3,927 · median $4,181 · 17 available · ~1,208 sq ft |
| Current specials | None listed | None listed |
Building and amenities
| Aqua | Shoreham & Tides | |
|---|---|---|
| Neighborhood | Lakeshore East | Lakeshore East |
| Year built | n/a | n/a |
| Total units | 42 | 52 |
| Google rating | 4.5 / 5 (163 reviews) | 4.1 / 5 (523 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 | Not listed |
| Balconies | Yes | Yes |
| Amenities listed | 30 | 44 |
| Managed by | Magellan | Waterton |
Getting around
| Aqua | Shoreham & Tides | |
|---|---|---|
| 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, 2 min walk |
| Transit to O'Hare | 68 min | 69 min |
| Transit to Aon Center | 5 min | 12 min |
| Transit to Willis Tower | 18 min | 19 min |
| Transit to Art Institute | 14 min | 16 min |
| Transit to Union Station | 18 min | 18 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 Shoreham & Tides cheaper?
Aqua starts lower, at $2,417 a month against $2,502 at Shoreham & Tides. For a studio, the median asking rent is $2,483 at Aqua and $2,502 at Shoreham & Tides, a difference of $19 (1%). For a 1 bedroom, the median asking rent is $3,081 at Shoreham & Tides and $3,158 at Aqua, a difference of $77 (2%). For a 2 bedroom, the median asking rent is $4,181 at Shoreham & Tides and $4,511 at Aqua, a difference of $330 (7%).
Which has more apartments available, Aqua or Shoreham & Tides?
As of September 23, 2026, Aqua has 42 available apartments and Shoreham & Tides has 52 available apartments.
Which is rated higher on Google, Aqua or Shoreham & Tides?
Aqua is rated 4.5 out of 5 from 163 reviews. Shoreham & Tides is rated 4.1 out of 5 from 523 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.