Aqua vs Tides
Aqua has 46 available apartments from $2,107 (median $2,947). Tides has 30 available apartments from $2,543 (median $2,977). Prices, sizes, amenities, transit and reviews side by side, checked October 1, 2026.
Where they differ
- Aqua starts lower, at $2,107 a month against $2,543 at Tides.
- For a 1 bedroom, the median asking rent is $2,969 at Tides and $2,997 at Aqua, a difference of $28 (1%).
- For a 2 bedroom, the median asking rent is $4,192 at Tides and $4,328 at Aqua, a difference of $136 (3%).
- Per square foot, Tides is the better value at $3.88 against $4.01 at Aqua.
- Aqua has more choice right now: 46 available apartments against 30 at Tides.
- Renters rate Aqua higher on Google: 4.5 out of 5 against 4.1 for Tides.
- Only Aqua lists rooftop, EV charging.
- Only Tides lists doorman or concierge.
- Aqua is closer to the CTA: State/Lake is a 11 minute walk, while Tides is 12 minutes from State/Lake.
Rent and availability
| Aqua | Tides | |
|---|---|---|
| Available now | 46 | 30 |
| Starting rent | $2,107 | $2,543 |
| Median asking rent | $2,947 | $2,977 |
| Median rent per sq ft | $4.01 | $3.88 |
| Studio | from $2,107 · median $2,350 · 13 available · ~583 sq ft | None available |
| 1 bedroom | from $2,746 · median $2,997 · 19 available · ~763 sq ft | from $2,755 · median $2,969 · 10 available · ~732 sq ft |
| 2 bedroom | from $4,187 · median $4,328 · 9 available · ~1,098 sq ft | from $3,859 · median $4,192 · 11 available · ~1,215 sq ft |
| Current specials | None listed | None listed |
Building and amenities
| Aqua | Tides | |
|---|---|---|
| Neighborhood | Lakeshore East | Lakeshore East |
| Year built | n/a | n/a |
| Total units | 46 | 30 |
| Google rating | 4.5 / 5 (166 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 | 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 Tides cheaper?
Aqua starts lower, at $2,107 a month against $2,543 at Tides. For a 1 bedroom, the median asking rent is $2,969 at Tides and $2,997 at Aqua, a difference of $28 (1%). For a 2 bedroom, the median asking rent is $4,192 at Tides and $4,328 at Aqua, a difference of $136 (3%).
Which has more apartments available, Aqua or Tides?
As of October 1, 2026, Aqua has 46 available apartments and Tides has 30 available apartments.
Which is rated higher on Google, Aqua or Tides?
Aqua is rated 4.5 out of 5 from 166 reviews. 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.