Inspire West Town vs 465 Carpenter
Inspire West Town has 14 available apartments from $2,199 (median $3,216). 465 Carpenter has 19 available apartments from $2,299 (median $3,140). Prices, sizes, amenities, transit and reviews side by side, checked September 26, 2026.
Where they differ
- Inspire West Town starts lower, at $2,199 a month against $2,299 at 465 Carpenter.
- For a studio, the median asking rent is $2,250 at Inspire West Town and $2,350 at 465 Carpenter, a difference of $100 (4%).
- For a 1 bedroom, the median asking rent is $2,705 at Inspire West Town and $3,175 at 465 Carpenter, a difference of $470 (15%).
- For a 2 bedroom, the median asking rent is $3,645 at Inspire West Town and $4,200 at 465 Carpenter, a difference of $555 (13%).
- Per square foot, Inspire West Town is the better value at $4.50 against $4.63 at 465 Carpenter.
- 465 Carpenter has more choice right now: 19 available apartments against 14 at Inspire West Town.
- Only Inspire West Town lists in-unit laundry, fitness center, rooftop, parking, pets allowed, balconies.
- Inspire West Town is running a special: 1 MO FREE.
Rent and availability
| Inspire West Town | 465 Carpenter | |
|---|---|---|
| Available now | 14 | 19 |
| Starting rent | $2,199 | $2,299 |
| Median asking rent | $3,216 | $3,140 |
| Median rent per sq ft | $4.50 | $4.63 |
| Studio | from $2,199 · median $2,250 · 3 available · ~437 sq ft | from $2,299 · median $2,350 · 5 available · ~482 sq ft |
| 1 bedroom | from $2,269 · median $2,705 · 4 available · ~587 sq ft | from $2,499 · median $3,175 · 10 available · ~668 sq ft |
| 2 bedroom | from $3,282 · median $3,645 · 7 available · ~832 sq ft | from $3,999 · median $4,200 · 4 available · ~1,171 sq ft |
| Current specials | 1 MO FREE | None listed |
Building and amenities
| Inspire West Town | 465 Carpenter | |
|---|---|---|
| Neighborhood | West Town | West Town |
| Year built | n/a | n/a |
| Total units | 14 | 19 |
| Google rating | 4.5 / 5 (71 reviews) | n/a |
| In-unit laundry | Yes | Not listed |
| Pool | Not listed | Not listed |
| Fitness center | Yes | Not listed |
| Rooftop | Yes | Not listed |
| Doorman or concierge | Not listed | Not listed |
| Parking | Yes | Not listed |
| Pets allowed | Yes | Not listed |
| EV charging | Not listed | Not listed |
| Balconies | Yes | Not listed |
| Amenities listed | 26 | 0 |
| Managed by | Cagan Management Group | Cross Street |
Getting around
| Inspire West Town | 465 Carpenter | |
|---|---|---|
| Nearest CTA | Chicago (Blue) (Blue), 4 min walk | n/a |
| Nearest grocery | Blue Bell Mart, 4 min walk | n/a |
| Transit to O'Hare | 49 min | n/a |
| Transit to Aon Center | 24 min | n/a |
| Transit to Willis Tower | 25 min | n/a |
| Transit to Art Institute | 23 min | n/a |
| Transit to Union Station | 24 min | n/a |
| Transit to Millennium Park | 25 min | n/a |
Walk times are sidewalk-routed. Transit times are for a weekday morning. See how we measure.
Frequently asked
Is Inspire West Town or 465 Carpenter cheaper?
Inspire West Town starts lower, at $2,199 a month against $2,299 at 465 Carpenter. For a studio, the median asking rent is $2,250 at Inspire West Town and $2,350 at 465 Carpenter, a difference of $100 (4%). For a 1 bedroom, the median asking rent is $2,705 at Inspire West Town and $3,175 at 465 Carpenter, a difference of $470 (15%). For a 2 bedroom, the median asking rent is $3,645 at Inspire West Town and $4,200 at 465 Carpenter, a difference of $555 (13%).
Which has more apartments available, Inspire West Town or 465 Carpenter?
As of September 26, 2026, Inspire West Town has 14 available apartments and 465 Carpenter has 19 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.