The Draper vs The Carmen
The Draper has 31 available apartments from $1,695 (median $2,395). The Carmen has 13 available apartments from $1,825 (median $3,200). Prices, sizes, amenities, transit and reviews side by side, checked September 26, 2026.
Where they differ
- The Draper starts lower, at $1,695 a month against $1,825 at The Carmen.
- For a studio, the median asking rent is $1,713 at The Draper and $1,838 at The Carmen, a difference of $125 (7%).
- For a 1 bedroom, the median asking rent is $2,565 at The Draper and $2,588 at The Carmen, a difference of $23 (1%).
- For a 2 bedroom, the median asking rent is $3,650 at The Carmen and $4,218 at The Draper, a difference of $568 (13%).
- Per square foot, The Draper is the better value at $3.27 against $3.65 at The Carmen.
- The Draper has more choice right now: 31 available apartments against 13 at The Carmen.
- Only The Draper lists in-unit laundry, pool, fitness center, rooftop, balconies.
Rent and availability
| The Draper | The Carmen | |
|---|---|---|
| Available now | 31 | 13 |
| Starting rent | $1,695 | $1,825 |
| Median asking rent | $2,395 | $3,200 |
| Median rent per sq ft | $3.27 | $3.65 |
| Studio | from $1,695 · median $1,713 · 8 available · ~409 sq ft | from $1,825 · median $1,838 · 2 available · ~434 sq ft |
| 1 bedroom | from $2,045 · median $2,565 · 21 available · ~889 sq ft | from $2,525 · median $2,588 · 4 available · ~711 sq ft |
| 2 bedroom | from $3,715 · median $4,218 · 2 available · ~1,194 sq ft | from $3,200 · median $3,650 · 7 available · ~993 sq ft |
| Current specials | None listed | None listed |
Building and amenities
| The Draper | The Carmen | |
|---|---|---|
| Neighborhood | Uptown | Uptown |
| Year built | n/a | n/a |
| Total units | 31 | 13 |
| Google rating | 4 / 5 (251 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 | Yes | Not listed |
| Amenities listed | 19 | 0 |
| Managed by | Flats | DLG Management |
Getting around
| The Draper | The Carmen | |
|---|---|---|
| Nearest CTA | Argyle (Red), 5 min walk | n/a |
| Nearest grocery | Jewel-Osco, 7 min walk | n/a |
| Transit to O'Hare | 67 min | n/a |
| Transit to Aon Center | 42 min | n/a |
| Transit to Willis Tower | 50 min | n/a |
| Transit to Art Institute | 42 min | n/a |
| Transit to Union Station | 51 min | n/a |
| Transit to Millennium Park | 42 min | n/a |
Walk times are sidewalk-routed. Transit times are for a weekday morning. See how we measure.
Frequently asked
Is The Draper or The Carmen cheaper?
The Draper starts lower, at $1,695 a month against $1,825 at The Carmen. For a studio, the median asking rent is $1,713 at The Draper and $1,838 at The Carmen, a difference of $125 (7%). For a 1 bedroom, the median asking rent is $2,565 at The Draper and $2,588 at The Carmen, a difference of $23 (1%). For a 2 bedroom, the median asking rent is $3,650 at The Carmen and $4,218 at The Draper, a difference of $568 (13%).
Which has more apartments available, The Draper or The Carmen?
As of September 26, 2026, The Draper has 31 available apartments and The Carmen has 13 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.