Coast at Lakeshore East vs North Harbor Tower
Coast at Lakeshore East has 30 available apartments from $2,524 (median $3,249). North Harbor Tower has 30 available apartments from $2,252 (median $2,631). Prices, sizes, amenities, transit and reviews side by side, checked September 23, 2026.
Where they differ
- North Harbor Tower starts lower, at $2,252 a month against $2,524 at Coast at Lakeshore East.
- For a studio, the median asking rent is $2,311 at North Harbor Tower and $2,700 at Coast at Lakeshore East, a difference of $389 (14%).
- For a 1 bedroom, the median asking rent is $3,047 at North Harbor Tower and $3,290 at Coast at Lakeshore East, a difference of $243 (7%).
- For a 2 bedroom, the median asking rent is $4,286 at North Harbor Tower and $4,681 at Coast at Lakeshore East, a difference of $395 (8%).
- Per square foot, North Harbor Tower is the better value at $4.18 against $4.53 at Coast at Lakeshore East.
- Renters rate North Harbor Tower higher on Google: 4.6 out of 5 against 4.3 for Coast at Lakeshore East.
- Only Coast at Lakeshore East lists doorman or concierge, EV charging, balconies.
- Coast at Lakeshore East is closer to the CTA: State/Lake is a 12 minute walk, while North Harbor Tower is 15 minutes from Lake (Red).
Rent and availability
| Coast at Lakeshore East | North Harbor Tower | |
|---|---|---|
| Available now | 30 | 30 |
| Starting rent | $2,524 | $2,252 |
| Median asking rent | $3,249 | $2,631 |
| Median rent per sq ft | $4.53 | $4.18 |
| Studio | from $2,524 · median $2,700 · 7 available · ~605 sq ft | from $2,252 · median $2,311 · 15 available · ~497 sq ft |
| 1 bedroom | from $2,654 · median $3,290 · 19 available · ~758 sq ft | from $2,624 · median $3,047 · 9 available · ~848 sq ft |
| 2 bedroom | from $4,314 · median $4,681 · 4 available · ~1,030 sq ft | from $4,043 · median $4,286 · 6 available · ~1,263 sq ft |
| Current specials | None listed | None listed |
Building and amenities
| Coast at Lakeshore East | North Harbor Tower | |
|---|---|---|
| Neighborhood | Lakeshore East | Lakeshore East |
| Year built | n/a | n/a |
| Total units | 30 | 30 |
| Google rating | 4.3 / 5 (209 reviews) | 4.6 / 5 (180 reviews) |
| In-unit laundry | Yes | Yes |
| Pool | Yes | Yes |
| Fitness center | Yes | Yes |
| Rooftop | Not listed | Not listed |
| Doorman or concierge | Yes | Not listed |
| Parking | Yes | Yes |
| Pets allowed | Yes | Yes |
| EV charging | Yes | Not listed |
| Balconies | Yes | Not listed |
| Amenities listed | 30 | 22 |
| Managed by | Morguard | Waterton |
Getting around
| Coast at Lakeshore East | North Harbor Tower | |
|---|---|---|
| Nearest CTA | State/Lake (Brown, Green, Orange, Pink, Purple), 12 min walk | Lake (Red) (Brown, Green, Orange, Pink, Purple), 15 min walk |
| Nearest grocery | Mariano's, 3 min walk | Mariano's, 4 min walk |
| Transit to O'Hare | 67 min | 68 min |
| Transit to Aon Center | 7 min | 12 min |
| Transit to Willis Tower | 20 min | 17 min |
| Transit to Art Institute | 14 min | 15 min |
| Transit to Union Station | 20 min | 17 min |
| Transit to Millennium Park | 13 min | 13 min |
Walk times are sidewalk-routed. Transit times are for a weekday morning. See how we measure.
Frequently asked
Is Coast at Lakeshore East or North Harbor Tower cheaper?
North Harbor Tower starts lower, at $2,252 a month against $2,524 at Coast at Lakeshore East. For a studio, the median asking rent is $2,311 at North Harbor Tower and $2,700 at Coast at Lakeshore East, a difference of $389 (14%). For a 1 bedroom, the median asking rent is $3,047 at North Harbor Tower and $3,290 at Coast at Lakeshore East, a difference of $243 (7%). For a 2 bedroom, the median asking rent is $4,286 at North Harbor Tower and $4,681 at Coast at Lakeshore East, a difference of $395 (8%).
Which has more apartments available, Coast at Lakeshore East or North Harbor Tower?
As of September 23, 2026, Coast at Lakeshore East has 30 available apartments and North Harbor Tower has 30 available apartments.
Which is rated higher on Google, Coast at Lakeshore East or North Harbor Tower?
Coast at Lakeshore East is rated 4.3 out of 5 from 209 reviews. North Harbor Tower is rated 4.6 out of 5 from 180 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.