The Porter vs The Emerson
The Porter has 13 available apartments from $1,905 (median $2,435). The Emerson has 14 available apartments from $2,009 (median $2,514). Prices, sizes, amenities, transit and reviews side by side, checked September 23, 2026.
Where they differ
- The Porter starts lower, at $1,905 a month against $2,009 at The Emerson.
- For a studio, the median asking rent is $2,055 at The Porter and $2,059 at The Emerson, a difference of $4 (0%).
- For a 1 bedroom, the median asking rent is $2,468 at The Porter and $2,514 at The Emerson, a difference of $46 (2%).
- For a 2 bedroom, the median asking rent is $3,659 at The Emerson and $5,990 at The Porter, a difference of $2,331 (39%).
- Per square foot, The Emerson is the better value at $3.43 against $3.71 at The Porter.
- The Emerson has more choice right now: 14 available apartments against 13 at The Porter.
- Renters rate The Porter higher on Google: 4.8 out of 5 against 4.3 for The Emerson.
- Only The Emerson lists in-unit laundry, pool, fitness center, rooftop, doorman or concierge.
- The Emerson is closer to the CTA: Harlem/Lake is a 2 minute walk, while The Porter is 3 minutes from Harlem/Lake.
- The Porter is running a special: 0.5 MO FREE.
Rent and availability
| The Porter | The Emerson | |
|---|---|---|
| Available now | 13 | 14 |
| Starting rent | $1,905 | $2,009 |
| Median asking rent | $2,435 | $2,514 |
| Median rent per sq ft | $3.71 | $3.43 |
| Studio | from $1,905 · median $2,055 · 5 available · ~428 sq ft | from $2,009 · median $2,059 · 3 available · ~572 sq ft |
| 1 bedroom | from $2,325 · median $2,468 · 6 available · ~741 sq ft | from $2,399 · median $2,514 · 8 available · ~754 sq ft |
| 2 bedroom | from $5,990 · median $5,990 · 1 available · ~1,692 sq ft | from $3,589 · median $3,659 · 3 available · ~1,100 sq ft |
| 3 bedroom | from $7,580 · median $7,580 · 1 available · ~2,248 sq ft | None available |
| Current specials | 0.5 MO FREE | None listed |
Building and amenities
| The Porter | The Emerson | |
|---|---|---|
| Neighborhood | Oak Park | Oak Park |
| Year built | n/a | n/a |
| Total units | 13 | 14 |
| Google rating | 4.8 / 5 (108 reviews) | 4.3 / 5 (173 reviews) |
| In-unit laundry | Not listed | Yes |
| Pool | Not listed | Yes |
| Fitness center | Not listed | Yes |
| Rooftop | Not listed | Yes |
| Doorman or concierge | Not listed | Yes |
| Parking | Not listed | Not listed |
| Pets allowed | Yes | Yes |
| EV charging | Not listed | Not listed |
| Balconies | Not listed | Not listed |
| Amenities listed | 3 | 21 |
| Managed by | Bozzuto | Trinity Property Consultants |
Getting around
| The Porter | The Emerson | |
|---|---|---|
| Nearest CTA | Harlem/Lake (Green), 3 min walk | Harlem/Lake (Green), 2 min walk |
| Nearest grocery | Whole Foods, 4 min walk | Whole Foods, 3 min walk |
| Transit to O'Hare | 63 min | 62 min |
| Transit to Aon Center | 51 min | 43 min |
| Transit to Willis Tower | 37 min | 35 min |
| Transit to Art Institute | 44 min | 42 min |
| Transit to Union Station | 33 min | 31 min |
| Transit to Millennium Park | 48 min | 46 min |
Walk times are sidewalk-routed. Transit times are for a weekday morning. See how we measure.
Frequently asked
Is The Porter or The Emerson cheaper?
The Porter starts lower, at $1,905 a month against $2,009 at The Emerson. For a studio, the median asking rent is $2,055 at The Porter and $2,059 at The Emerson, a difference of $4 (0%). For a 1 bedroom, the median asking rent is $2,468 at The Porter and $2,514 at The Emerson, a difference of $46 (2%). For a 2 bedroom, the median asking rent is $3,659 at The Emerson and $5,990 at The Porter, a difference of $2,331 (39%).
Which has more apartments available, The Porter or The Emerson?
As of September 23, 2026, The Porter has 13 available apartments and The Emerson has 14 available apartments.
Which is rated higher on Google, The Porter or The Emerson?
The Porter is rated 4.8 out of 5 from 108 reviews. The Emerson is rated 4.3 out of 5 from 173 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.