Lake & Wells vs The Bellwether
Lake & Wells has 40 available apartments from $2,203 (median $2,649). The Bellwether has 42 available apartments from $2,009 (median $2,776). Prices, sizes, amenities, transit and reviews side by side, checked September 26, 2026.
Where they differ
- The Bellwether starts lower, at $2,009 a month against $2,203 at Lake & Wells.
- For a studio, the median asking rent is $2,138 at The Bellwether and $2,478 at Lake & Wells, a difference of $340 (14%).
- For a 1 bedroom, the median asking rent is $2,818 at The Bellwether and $3,014 at Lake & Wells, a difference of $196 (7%).
- For a 2 bedroom, the median asking rent is $4,455 at Lake & Wells and $4,892 at The Bellwether, a difference of $437 (9%).
- Per square foot, Lake & Wells is the better value at $3.47 against $4.31 at The Bellwether.
- The Bellwether has more choice right now: 42 available apartments against 40 at Lake & Wells.
- Only Lake & Wells lists in-unit laundry, pool, rooftop, balconies.
Rent and availability
| Lake & Wells | The Bellwether | |
|---|---|---|
| Available now | 40 | 42 |
| Starting rent | $2,203 | $2,009 |
| Median asking rent | $2,649 | $2,776 |
| Median rent per sq ft | $3.47 | $4.31 |
| Studio | from $2,203 · median $2,478 · 22 available · ~677 sq ft | from $2,009 · median $2,138 · 10 available · ~473 sq ft |
| 1 bedroom | from $2,644 · median $3,014 · 15 available · ~892 sq ft | from $2,534 · median $2,818 · 28 available · ~672 sq ft |
| 2 bedroom | from $3,975 · median $4,455 · 3 available · ~1,326 sq ft | from $4,877 · median $4,892 · 4 available · ~1,178 sq ft |
| Current specials | None listed | None listed |
Building and amenities
| Lake & Wells | The Bellwether | |
|---|---|---|
| Neighborhood | The Loop | The Loop |
| Year built | n/a | n/a |
| Total units | 40 | 42 |
| Google rating | 3.7 / 5 (117 reviews) | n/a |
| In-unit laundry | Yes | Not listed |
| Pool | Yes | Not listed |
| Fitness center | Not listed | Not listed |
| Rooftop | Yes | Not listed |
| Doorman or concierge | Not listed | 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 | 6 | 0 |
| Managed by | Greystar |
Getting around
| Lake & Wells | The Bellwether | |
|---|---|---|
| Nearest CTA | Clark/Lake (Blue, Green, Orange, Pink, Purple, Brown), 4 min walk | n/a |
| Nearest grocery | Convenient Food Mart, 4 min walk | n/a |
| Transit to O'Hare | 56 min | n/a |
| Transit to Aon Center | 19 min | n/a |
| Transit to Willis Tower | 10 min | n/a |
| Transit to Art Institute | 19 min | n/a |
| Transit to Union Station | 16 min | n/a |
| Transit to Millennium Park | 21 min | n/a |
Walk times are sidewalk-routed. Transit times are for a weekday morning. See how we measure.
Frequently asked
Is Lake & Wells or The Bellwether cheaper?
The Bellwether starts lower, at $2,009 a month against $2,203 at Lake & Wells. For a studio, the median asking rent is $2,138 at The Bellwether and $2,478 at Lake & Wells, a difference of $340 (14%). For a 1 bedroom, the median asking rent is $2,818 at The Bellwether and $3,014 at Lake & Wells, a difference of $196 (7%). For a 2 bedroom, the median asking rent is $4,455 at Lake & Wells and $4,892 at The Bellwether, a difference of $437 (9%).
Which has more apartments available, Lake & Wells or The Bellwether?
As of September 26, 2026, Lake & Wells has 40 available apartments and The Bellwether has 42 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.