Presidential Towers vs K2 Apartments
Presidential Towers has 122 available apartments from $1,766 (median $2,221). K2 Apartments has 33 available apartments from $2,389 (median $3,132). Prices, sizes, amenities, transit and reviews side by side, checked September 23, 2026.
Where they differ
- Presidential Towers starts lower, at $1,766 a month against $2,389 at K2 Apartments.
- For a studio, the median asking rent is $1,871 at Presidential Towers and $2,476 at K2 Apartments, a difference of $605 (24%).
- For a 1 bedroom, the median asking rent is $2,262 at Presidential Towers and $3,219 at K2 Apartments, a difference of $957 (30%).
- For a 2 bedroom, the median asking rent is $3,493 at Presidential Towers and $4,411 at K2 Apartments, a difference of $918 (21%).
- Per square foot, Presidential Towers is the better value at $3.44 against $4.07 at K2 Apartments.
- Presidential Towers has more choice right now: 122 available apartments against 33 at K2 Apartments.
- Renters rate K2 Apartments higher on Google: 4.1 out of 5 against 3.5 for Presidential Towers.
- Only Presidential Towers lists parking, pets allowed.
- Only K2 Apartments lists in-unit laundry, balconies.
- K2 Apartments is closer to the CTA: Grand (Blue) is a 5 minute walk, while Presidential Towers is 8 minutes from Clinton (Green/Pink).
- K2 Apartments is running a special: 0.5 MO FREE.
Rent and availability
| Presidential Towers | K2 Apartments | |
|---|---|---|
| Available now | 122 | 33 |
| Starting rent | $1,766 | $2,389 |
| Median asking rent | $2,221 | $3,132 |
| Median rent per sq ft | $3.44 | $4.07 |
| Studio | from $1,766 · median $1,871 · 37 available · ~513 sq ft | from $2,389 · median $2,476 · 7 available · ~536 sq ft |
| 1 bedroom | from $2,093 · median $2,262 · 62 available · ~696 sq ft | from $2,546 · median $3,219 · 22 available · ~780 sq ft |
| 2 bedroom | from $3,344 · median $3,493 · 8 available · ~1,101 sq ft | from $4,119 · median $4,411 · 3 available · ~1,250 sq ft |
| 3 bedroom | None available | from $7,095 · median $7,095 · 1 available · ~1,494 sq ft |
| Current specials | None listed | 0.5 MO FREE |
Building and amenities
| Presidential Towers | K2 Apartments | |
|---|---|---|
| Neighborhood | West Loop | West Loop |
| Year built | n/a | n/a |
| Total units | 122 | 33 |
| Google rating | 3.5 / 5 (998 reviews) | 4.1 / 5 (94 reviews) |
| In-unit laundry | Not listed | Yes |
| Pool | Yes | Yes |
| Fitness center | Yes | Yes |
| Rooftop | Not listed | Not listed |
| Doorman or concierge | Yes | Yes |
| Parking | Yes | Not listed |
| Pets allowed | Yes | Not listed |
| EV charging | Not listed | Not listed |
| Balconies | Not listed | Yes |
| Amenities listed | 18 | 24 |
| Managed by | Waterton | Willow Bridge |
Getting around
| Presidential Towers | K2 Apartments | |
|---|---|---|
| Nearest CTA | Clinton (Green/Pink) (Green, Pink), 8 min walk | Grand (Blue) (Blue), 5 min walk |
| Nearest grocery | Whole Foods, 5 min walk | Jewel-Osco, 2 min walk |
| Transit to O'Hare | 61 min | 53 min |
| Transit to Aon Center | 20 min | 26 min |
| Transit to Willis Tower | 13 min | 24 min |
| Transit to Art Institute | 17 min | 25 min |
| Transit to Union Station | 7 min | 21 min |
| Transit to Millennium Park | 18 min | 27 min |
Walk times are sidewalk-routed. Transit times are for a weekday morning. See how we measure.
Frequently asked
Is Presidential Towers or K2 Apartments cheaper?
Presidential Towers starts lower, at $1,766 a month against $2,389 at K2 Apartments. For a studio, the median asking rent is $1,871 at Presidential Towers and $2,476 at K2 Apartments, a difference of $605 (24%). For a 1 bedroom, the median asking rent is $2,262 at Presidential Towers and $3,219 at K2 Apartments, a difference of $957 (30%). For a 2 bedroom, the median asking rent is $3,493 at Presidential Towers and $4,411 at K2 Apartments, a difference of $918 (21%).
Which has more apartments available, Presidential Towers or K2 Apartments?
As of September 23, 2026, Presidential Towers has 122 available apartments and K2 Apartments has 33 available apartments.
Which is rated higher on Google, Presidential Towers or K2 Apartments?
Presidential Towers is rated 3.5 out of 5 from 998 reviews. K2 Apartments is rated 4.1 out of 5 from 94 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.