Cascade vs Tides
Cascade has 33 available apartments from $2,404 (median $3,214). 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
- Cascade starts lower, at $2,404 a month against $2,543 at Tides.
- For a 1 bedroom, the median asking rent is $2,969 at Tides and $3,201 at Cascade, a difference of $232 (7%).
- For a 2 bedroom, the median asking rent is $4,192 at Tides and $4,843 at Cascade, a difference of $651 (13%).
- Per square foot, Tides is the better value at $3.88 against $4.47 at Cascade.
- Cascade has more choice right now: 33 available apartments against 30 at Tides.
- Renters rate Cascade higher on Google: 4.2 out of 5 against 4.1 for Tides.
- Only Tides lists in-unit laundry, pool, fitness center, doorman or concierge, parking, pets allowed, balconies.
- Tides is closer to the CTA: State/Lake is a 12 minute walk, while Cascade is 14 minutes from State/Lake.
Rent and availability
| Cascade | Tides | |
|---|---|---|
| Available now | 33 | 30 |
| Starting rent | $2,404 | $2,543 |
| Median asking rent | $3,214 | $2,977 |
| Median rent per sq ft | $4.47 | $3.88 |
| Studio | from $2,404 · median $2,674 · 3 available · ~510 sq ft | None available |
| 1 bedroom | from $2,639 · median $3,201 · 24 available · ~718 sq ft | from $2,755 · median $2,969 · 10 available · ~732 sq ft |
| 2 bedroom | from $4,669 · median $4,843 · 6 available · ~1,046 sq ft | from $3,859 · median $4,192 · 11 available · ~1,215 sq ft |
| Current specials | None listed | None listed |
Building and amenities
| Cascade | Tides | |
|---|---|---|
| Neighborhood | Lakeshore East | Lakeshore East |
| Year built | n/a | n/a |
| Total units | 33 | 30 |
| Google rating | 4.2 / 5 (103 reviews) | 4.1 / 5 (523 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 | Not listed |
| Balconies | Not listed | Yes |
| Amenities listed | 3 | 44 |
| Managed by | Magellan | Waterton |
Getting around
| Cascade | Tides | |
|---|---|---|
| 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, 2 min walk |
| Transit to O'Hare | 69 min | 69 min |
| Transit to Aon Center | 10 min | 12 min |
| Transit to Willis Tower | 19 min | 19 min |
| Transit to Art Institute | 16 min | 16 min |
| Transit to Union Station | 19 min | 18 min |
| Transit to Millennium Park | 14 min | 14 min |
Walk times are sidewalk-routed. Transit times are for a weekday morning. See how we measure.
Frequently asked
Is Cascade or Tides cheaper?
Cascade starts lower, at $2,404 a month against $2,543 at Tides. For a 1 bedroom, the median asking rent is $2,969 at Tides and $3,201 at Cascade, a difference of $232 (7%). For a 2 bedroom, the median asking rent is $4,192 at Tides and $4,843 at Cascade, a difference of $651 (13%).
Which has more apartments available, Cascade or Tides?
As of October 1, 2026, Cascade has 33 available apartments and Tides has 30 available apartments.
Which is rated higher on Google, Cascade or Tides?
Cascade is rated 4.2 out of 5 from 103 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.