North Harbor Tower vs Tides
North Harbor Tower has 30 available apartments from $2,253 (median $2,628). 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
- North Harbor Tower starts lower, at $2,253 a month against $2,543 at Tides.
- For a 1 bedroom, the median asking rent is $2,900 at North Harbor Tower and $2,969 at Tides, a difference of $69 (2%).
- For a 2 bedroom, the median asking rent is $4,096 at North Harbor Tower and $4,192 at Tides, a difference of $96 (2%).
- Per square foot, Tides is the better value at $3.88 against $4.18 at North Harbor Tower.
- Renters rate North Harbor Tower higher on Google: 4.6 out of 5 against 4.1 for Tides.
- Only Tides lists doorman or concierge, balconies.
- 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 | Tides | |
|---|---|---|
| Available now | 30 | 30 |
| Starting rent | $2,253 | $2,543 |
| Median asking rent | $2,628 | $2,977 |
| Median rent per sq ft | $4.18 | $3.88 |
| Studio | from $2,253 · median $2,312 · 15 available · ~496 sq ft | None available |
| 1 bedroom | from $2,608 · median $2,900 · 11 available · ~836 sq ft | from $2,755 · median $2,969 · 10 available · ~732 sq ft |
| 2 bedroom | from $4,061 · median $4,096 · 4 available · ~1,173 sq ft | from $3,859 · median $4,192 · 11 available · ~1,215 sq ft |
| Current specials | None listed | None listed |
Building and amenities
| North Harbor Tower | Tides | |
|---|---|---|
| Neighborhood | Lakeshore East | Lakeshore East |
| Year built | n/a | n/a |
| Total units | 30 | 30 |
| Google rating | 4.6 / 5 (181 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 | 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 Tides cheaper?
North Harbor Tower starts lower, at $2,253 a month against $2,543 at Tides. For a 1 bedroom, the median asking rent is $2,900 at North Harbor Tower and $2,969 at Tides, a difference of $69 (2%). For a 2 bedroom, the median asking rent is $4,096 at North Harbor Tower and $4,192 at Tides, a difference of $96 (2%).
Which has more apartments available, North Harbor Tower or Tides?
As of October 1, 2026, North Harbor Tower has 30 available apartments and Tides has 30 available apartments.
Which is rated higher on Google, North Harbor Tower or Tides?
North Harbor Tower is rated 4.6 out of 5 from 181 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.