Atwater vs 400 Lake Shore Drive
Atwater has 39 available apartments from $2,647 (median $3,534). 400 Lake Shore Drive has 47 available apartments from $2,385 (median $9,045). Prices, sizes, amenities, transit and reviews side by side, checked September 26, 2026.
Where they differ
- 400 Lake Shore Drive starts lower, at $2,385 a month against $2,647 at Atwater.
- For a studio, the median asking rent is $2,741 at Atwater and $2,790 at 400 Lake Shore Drive, a difference of $49 (2%).
- For a 1 bedroom, the median asking rent is $3,112 at Atwater and $5,198 at 400 Lake Shore Drive, a difference of $2,086 (40%).
- For a 2 bedroom, the median asking rent is $4,107 at Atwater and $9,115 at 400 Lake Shore Drive, a difference of $5,008 (55%).
- Per square foot, Atwater is the better value at $3.69 against $5.46 at 400 Lake Shore Drive.
- 400 Lake Shore Drive has more choice right now: 47 available apartments against 39 at Atwater.
- Only Atwater lists in-unit laundry, pool, fitness center, doorman or concierge, balconies.
Rent and availability
| Atwater | 400 Lake Shore Drive | |
|---|---|---|
| Available now | 39 | 47 |
| Starting rent | $2,647 | $2,385 |
| Median asking rent | $3,534 | $9,045 |
| Median rent per sq ft | $3.69 | $5.46 |
| Studio | from $2,647 · median $2,741 · 9 available · ~667 sq ft | from $2,385 · median $2,790 · 5 available · ~536 sq ft |
| 1 bedroom | from $2,902 · median $3,112 · 17 available · ~881 sq ft | from $3,500 · median $5,198 · 10 available · ~967 sq ft |
| 2 bedroom | from $3,966 · median $4,107 · 13 available · ~1,227 sq ft | from $5,410 · median $9,115 · 11 available · ~1,498 sq ft |
| 3 bedroom | None available | from $11,100 · median $12,138 · 14 available · ~2,233 sq ft |
| Current specials | None listed | None listed |
Building and amenities
| Atwater | 400 Lake Shore Drive | |
|---|---|---|
| Neighborhood | Streeterville | Streeterville |
| Year built | n/a | n/a |
| Total units | 39 | 47 |
| Google rating | 4.8 / 5 (371 reviews) | n/a |
| In-unit laundry | Yes | Not listed |
| Pool | Yes | Not listed |
| Fitness center | Yes | Not listed |
| Rooftop | Not listed | Not listed |
| Doorman or concierge | Yes | Not listed |
| Parking | Not listed | Not listed |
| Pets allowed | Not listed | Not listed |
| EV charging | Not listed | Not listed |
| Balconies | Yes | Not listed |
| Amenities listed | 24 | 0 |
| Managed by | Bozzuto | Related Midwest |
Getting around
| Atwater | 400 Lake Shore Drive | |
|---|---|---|
| Nearest CTA | Grand (Red) (Red), 11 min walk | n/a |
| Nearest grocery | Whole Foods, 3 min walk | n/a |
| Transit to O'Hare | 65 min | n/a |
| Transit to Aon Center | 11 min | n/a |
| Transit to Willis Tower | 20 min | n/a |
| Transit to Art Institute | 18 min | n/a |
| Transit to Union Station | 21 min | n/a |
| Transit to Millennium Park | 16 min | n/a |
Walk times are sidewalk-routed. Transit times are for a weekday morning. See how we measure.
Frequently asked
Is Atwater or 400 Lake Shore Drive cheaper?
400 Lake Shore Drive starts lower, at $2,385 a month against $2,647 at Atwater. For a studio, the median asking rent is $2,741 at Atwater and $2,790 at 400 Lake Shore Drive, a difference of $49 (2%). For a 1 bedroom, the median asking rent is $3,112 at Atwater and $5,198 at 400 Lake Shore Drive, a difference of $2,086 (40%). For a 2 bedroom, the median asking rent is $4,107 at Atwater and $9,115 at 400 Lake Shore Drive, a difference of $5,008 (55%).
Which has more apartments available, Atwater or 400 Lake Shore Drive?
As of September 26, 2026, Atwater has 39 available apartments and 400 Lake Shore Drive has 47 available apartments.
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.