Optima Signature vs 400 Lake Shore Drive
Optima Signature has 40 available apartments from $2,842 (median $3,770). 400 Lake Shore Drive has 47 available apartments from $2,385 (median $9,045). Prices, sizes, amenities, transit and reviews side by side, checked September 26, 2026.
Where they differ
- 400 Lake Shore Drive starts lower, at $2,385 a month against $2,842 at Optima Signature.
- For a studio, the median asking rent is $2,790 at 400 Lake Shore Drive and $3,215 at Optima Signature, a difference of $425 (13%).
- For a 1 bedroom, the median asking rent is $3,742 at Optima Signature and $5,198 at 400 Lake Shore Drive, a difference of $1,456 (28%).
- For a 2 bedroom, the median asking rent is $6,180 at Optima Signature and $9,115 at 400 Lake Shore Drive, a difference of $2,935 (32%).
- For a 3 bedroom, the median asking rent is $7,493 at Optima Signature and $12,138 at 400 Lake Shore Drive, a difference of $4,645 (38%).
- Per square foot, Optima Signature is the better value at $4.86 against $5.46 at 400 Lake Shore Drive.
- 400 Lake Shore Drive has more choice right now: 47 available apartments against 40 at Optima Signature.
- Only Optima Signature lists in-unit laundry, pool, fitness center, rooftop.
Rent and availability
| Optima Signature | 400 Lake Shore Drive | |
|---|---|---|
| Available now | 40 | 47 |
| Starting rent | $2,842 | $2,385 |
| Median asking rent | $3,770 | $9,045 |
| Median rent per sq ft | $4.86 | $5.46 |
| Studio | from $2,842 · median $3,215 · 9 available · ~594 sq ft | from $2,385 · median $2,790 · 5 available · ~536 sq ft |
| 1 bedroom | from $2,997 · median $3,742 · 19 available · ~797 sq ft | from $3,500 · median $5,198 · 10 available · ~967 sq ft |
| 2 bedroom | from $5,647 · median $6,180 · 8 available · ~1,274 sq ft | from $5,410 · median $9,115 · 11 available · ~1,498 sq ft |
| 3 bedroom | from $7,184 · median $7,493 · 4 available · ~1,591 sq ft | from $11,100 · median $12,138 · 14 available · ~2,233 sq ft |
| Current specials | None listed | None listed |
Building and amenities
| Optima Signature | 400 Lake Shore Drive | |
|---|---|---|
| Neighborhood | Streeterville | Streeterville |
| Year built | 2015 | n/a |
| Total units | 40 | 47 |
| Google rating | 4.6 / 5 (337 reviews) | n/a |
| In-unit laundry | Yes | Not listed |
| Pool | Yes | Not listed |
| Fitness center | Yes | 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 | Not listed | Not listed |
| Amenities listed | 25 | 0 |
| Managed by | Optima Real Estate | Related Midwest |
Getting around
| Optima Signature | 400 Lake Shore Drive | |
|---|---|---|
| Nearest CTA | Grand (Red) (Red), 8 min walk | n/a |
| Nearest grocery | Whole Foods, 1 min walk | n/a |
| Transit to O'Hare | 66 min | n/a |
| Transit to Aon Center | 14 min | n/a |
| Transit to Willis Tower | 24 min | n/a |
| Transit to Art Institute | 15 min | n/a |
| Transit to Union Station | 24 min | n/a |
| Transit to Millennium Park | 15 min | n/a |
Walk times are sidewalk-routed. Transit times are for a weekday morning. See how we measure.
Frequently asked
Is Optima Signature or 400 Lake Shore Drive cheaper?
400 Lake Shore Drive starts lower, at $2,385 a month against $2,842 at Optima Signature. For a studio, the median asking rent is $2,790 at 400 Lake Shore Drive and $3,215 at Optima Signature, a difference of $425 (13%). For a 1 bedroom, the median asking rent is $3,742 at Optima Signature and $5,198 at 400 Lake Shore Drive, a difference of $1,456 (28%). For a 2 bedroom, the median asking rent is $6,180 at Optima Signature and $9,115 at 400 Lake Shore Drive, a difference of $2,935 (32%). For a 3 bedroom, the median asking rent is $7,493 at Optima Signature and $12,138 at 400 Lake Shore Drive, a difference of $4,645 (38%).
Which has more apartments available, Optima Signature or 400 Lake Shore Drive?
As of September 26, 2026, Optima Signature has 40 available apartments and 400 Lake Shore Drive has 47 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.