Cascade vs Coast at Lakeshore East
Cascade has 34 available apartments from $2,441 (median $3,192). 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
- Cascade starts lower, at $2,441 a month against $2,525 at Coast at Lakeshore East.
- For a studio, the median asking rent is $2,700 at Coast at Lakeshore East and $2,711 at Cascade, a difference of $11 (0%).
- For a 1 bedroom, the median asking rent is $3,184 at Cascade and $3,292 at Coast at Lakeshore East, a difference of $108 (3%).
- For a 2 bedroom, the median asking rent is $4,628 at Cascade and $4,681 at Coast at Lakeshore East, a difference of $53 (1%).
- Per square foot, Cascade is the better value at $4.38 against $4.53 at Coast at Lakeshore East.
- Cascade has more choice right now: 34 available apartments against 30 at Coast at Lakeshore East.
- Renters rate Coast at Lakeshore East higher on Google: 4.3 out of 5 against 4.2 for Cascade.
- Only Coast at Lakeshore East lists in-unit laundry, pool, fitness center, doorman or concierge, parking, pets allowed, EV charging, balconies.
- Coast at Lakeshore East is closer to the CTA: State/Lake is a 12 minute walk, while Cascade is 14 minutes from State/Lake.
Rent and availability
| Cascade | Coast at Lakeshore East | |
|---|---|---|
| Available now | 34 | 30 |
| Starting rent | $2,441 | $2,525 |
| Median asking rent | $3,192 | $3,275 |
| Median rent per sq ft | $4.38 | $4.53 |
| Studio | from $2,441 · median $2,711 · 3 available · ~510 sq ft | from $2,525 · median $2,700 · 7 available · ~605 sq ft |
| 1 bedroom | from $2,505 · median $3,184 · 23 available · ~708 sq ft | from $2,654 · median $3,292 · 19 available · ~758 sq ft |
| 2 bedroom | from $4,450 · median $4,628 · 6 available · ~1,047 sq ft | from $4,314 · median $4,681 · 4 available · ~1,030 sq ft |
| Current specials | None listed | None listed |
Building and amenities
| Cascade | Coast at Lakeshore East | |
|---|---|---|
| Neighborhood | Lakeshore East | Lakeshore East |
| Year built | n/a | n/a |
| Total units | 34 | 30 |
| Google rating | 4.2 / 5 (100 reviews) | 4.3 / 5 (209 reviews) |
| In-unit laundry | Not listed | Yes |
| Pool | Not listed | Yes |
| Fitness center | Not listed | Yes |
| Rooftop | Not listed | Not listed |
| Doorman or concierge | Not listed | Yes |
| Parking | Not listed | Yes |
| Pets allowed | Not listed | Yes |
| EV charging | Not listed | Yes |
| Balconies | Not listed | Yes |
| Amenities listed | 3 | 30 |
| Managed by | Magellan | Morguard |
Getting around
| Cascade | Coast at Lakeshore East | |
|---|---|---|
| Nearest CTA | State/Lake (Brown, Green, Orange, Pink, Purple), 14 min walk | State/Lake (Brown, Green, Orange, Pink, Purple), 12 min walk |
| Nearest grocery | Mariano's, 4 min walk | Mariano's, 3 min walk |
| Transit to O'Hare | 69 min | 67 min |
| Transit to Aon Center | 10 min | 7 min |
| Transit to Willis Tower | 19 min | 20 min |
| Transit to Art Institute | 16 min | 14 min |
| Transit to Union Station | 19 min | 20 min |
| Transit to Millennium Park | 14 min | 13 min |
Walk times are sidewalk-routed. Transit times are for a weekday morning. See how we measure.
Frequently asked
Is Cascade or Coast at Lakeshore East cheaper?
Cascade starts lower, at $2,441 a month against $2,525 at Coast at Lakeshore East. For a studio, the median asking rent is $2,700 at Coast at Lakeshore East and $2,711 at Cascade, a difference of $11 (0%). For a 1 bedroom, the median asking rent is $3,184 at Cascade and $3,292 at Coast at Lakeshore East, a difference of $108 (3%). For a 2 bedroom, the median asking rent is $4,628 at Cascade and $4,681 at Coast at Lakeshore East, a difference of $53 (1%).
Which has more apartments available, Cascade or Coast at Lakeshore East?
As of September 23, 2026, Cascade has 34 available apartments and Coast at Lakeshore East has 30 available apartments.
Which is rated higher on Google, Cascade or Coast at Lakeshore East?
Cascade is rated 4.2 out of 5 from 100 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.