North Harbor Tower vs Shoreham & Tides
North Harbor Tower has 30 available apartments from $2,252 (median $2,631). Shoreham & Tides has 53 available apartments from $2,506 (median $3,081). 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 $2,506 at Shoreham & Tides.
- For a studio, the median asking rent is $2,311 at North Harbor Tower and $2,506 at Shoreham & Tides, a difference of $195 (8%).
- For a 1 bedroom, the median asking rent is $3,047 at North Harbor Tower and $3,081 at Shoreham & Tides, a difference of $34 (1%).
- For a 2 bedroom, the median asking rent is $4,173 at Shoreham & Tides and $4,286 at North Harbor Tower, a difference of $113 (3%).
- Per square foot, Shoreham & Tides is the better value at $3.97 against $4.18 at North Harbor Tower.
- Shoreham & Tides has more choice right now: 53 available apartments against 30 at North Harbor Tower.
- Renters rate North Harbor Tower higher on Google: 4.6 out of 5 against 4.1 for Shoreham & Tides.
- Only Shoreham & Tides lists doorman or concierge, balconies.
- Shoreham & Tides 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
| North Harbor Tower | Shoreham & Tides | |
|---|---|---|
| Available now | 30 | 53 |
| Starting rent | $2,252 | $2,506 |
| Median asking rent | $2,631 | $3,081 |
| Median rent per sq ft | $4.18 | $3.97 |
| Studio | from $2,252 · median $2,311 · 15 available · ~497 sq ft | from $2,506 · median $2,506 · 1 available · ~550 sq ft |
| 1 bedroom | from $2,624 · median $3,047 · 9 available · ~848 sq ft | from $2,759 · median $3,081 · 21 available · ~726 sq ft |
| 2 bedroom | from $4,043 · median $4,286 · 6 available · ~1,263 sq ft | from $3,920 · median $4,173 · 17 available · ~1,208 sq ft |
| Current specials | None listed | None listed |
Building and amenities
| North Harbor Tower | Shoreham & Tides | |
|---|---|---|
| Neighborhood | Lakeshore East | Lakeshore East |
| Year built | n/a | n/a |
| Total units | 30 | 53 |
| Google rating | 4.6 / 5 (180 reviews) | 4.1 / 5 (523 reviews) |
| In-unit laundry | Yes | Yes |
| Pool | Yes | Yes |
| Fitness center | Yes | Yes |
| Rooftop | Not listed | Not listed |
| Doorman or concierge | Not listed | Yes |
| Parking | Yes | Yes |
| Pets allowed | Yes | Yes |
| EV charging | Not listed | Not listed |
| Balconies | Not listed | Yes |
| Amenities listed | 22 | 44 |
| Managed by | Waterton | Waterton |
Getting around
| North Harbor Tower | Shoreham & Tides | |
|---|---|---|
| Nearest CTA | Lake (Red) (Brown, Green, Orange, Pink, Purple), 15 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 | 68 min | 69 min |
| Transit to Aon Center | 12 min | 12 min |
| Transit to Willis Tower | 17 min | 19 min |
| Transit to Art Institute | 15 min | 16 min |
| Transit to Union Station | 17 min | 18 min |
| Transit to Millennium Park | 13 min | 14 min |
Walk times are sidewalk-routed. Transit times are for a weekday morning. See how we measure.
Frequently asked
Is North Harbor Tower or Shoreham & Tides cheaper?
North Harbor Tower starts lower, at $2,252 a month against $2,506 at Shoreham & Tides. For a studio, the median asking rent is $2,311 at North Harbor Tower and $2,506 at Shoreham & Tides, a difference of $195 (8%). For a 1 bedroom, the median asking rent is $3,047 at North Harbor Tower and $3,081 at Shoreham & Tides, a difference of $34 (1%). For a 2 bedroom, the median asking rent is $4,173 at Shoreham & Tides and $4,286 at North Harbor Tower, a difference of $113 (3%).
Which has more apartments available, North Harbor Tower or Shoreham & Tides?
As of September 23, 2026, North Harbor Tower has 30 available apartments and Shoreham & Tides has 53 available apartments.
Which is rated higher on Google, North Harbor Tower or Shoreham & Tides?
North Harbor Tower is rated 4.6 out of 5 from 180 reviews. Shoreham & 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.