The Lawrence House vs The Carmen
The Lawrence House has 17 available apartments from $1,331 (median $1,491). 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 Lawrence House starts lower, at $1,331 a month against $1,825 at The Carmen.
- For a studio, the median asking rent is $1,433 at The Lawrence House and $1,838 at The Carmen, a difference of $405 (22%).
- For a 1 bedroom, the median asking rent is $2,043 at The Lawrence House and $2,588 at The Carmen, a difference of $545 (21%).
- Per square foot, The Carmen is the better value at $3.65 against $4.50 at The Lawrence House.
- The Lawrence House has more choice right now: 17 available apartments against 13 at The Carmen.
- Only The Lawrence House lists in-unit laundry, pool, fitness center, rooftop, pets allowed.
Rent and availability
| The Lawrence House | The Carmen | |
|---|---|---|
| Available now | 17 | 13 |
| Starting rent | $1,331 | $1,825 |
| Median asking rent | $1,491 | $3,200 |
| Median rent per sq ft | $4.50 | $3.65 |
| Studio | from $1,331 · median $1,433 · 13 available · ~304 sq ft | from $1,825 · median $1,838 · 2 available · ~434 sq ft |
| 1 bedroom | from $1,981 · median $2,043 · 4 available · ~477 sq ft | from $2,525 · median $2,588 · 4 available · ~711 sq ft |
| 2 bedroom | None available | from $3,200 · median $3,650 · 7 available · ~993 sq ft |
| Current specials | None listed | None listed |
Building and amenities
| The Lawrence House | The Carmen | |
|---|---|---|
| Neighborhood | Uptown | Uptown |
| Year built | n/a | n/a |
| Total units | 17 | 13 |
| Google rating | 4.5 / 5 (664 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 | Yes | Not listed |
| EV charging | Not listed | Not listed |
| Balconies | Not listed | Not listed |
| Amenities listed | 15 | 0 |
| Managed by | Flats | DLG Management |
Getting around
| The Lawrence House | The Carmen | |
|---|---|---|
| Nearest CTA | Lawrence (Red), 3 min walk | n/a |
| Nearest grocery | Fine Food Mart, 4 min walk | n/a |
| Transit to O'Hare | 68 min | n/a |
| Transit to Aon Center | 40 min | n/a |
| Transit to Willis Tower | 45 min | n/a |
| Transit to Art Institute | 40 min | n/a |
| Transit to Union Station | 45 min | n/a |
| Transit to Millennium Park | 41 min | n/a |
Walk times are sidewalk-routed. Transit times are for a weekday morning. See how we measure.
Frequently asked
Is The Lawrence House or The Carmen cheaper?
The Lawrence House starts lower, at $1,331 a month against $1,825 at The Carmen. For a studio, the median asking rent is $1,433 at The Lawrence House and $1,838 at The Carmen, a difference of $405 (22%). For a 1 bedroom, the median asking rent is $2,043 at The Lawrence House and $2,588 at The Carmen, a difference of $545 (21%).
Which has more apartments available, The Lawrence House or The Carmen?
As of September 26, 2026, The Lawrence House has 17 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.