Located at 225 North Columbus Drive in Chicago's vibrant Streeterville neighborhood, this well-appointed two-bedroom, two-bathroom residence offers an impressive urban living experience with stunning skyline views throughout. The open-concept living and dining area is anchored by expansive floor-to-ceiling windows and rich hardwood flooring, flooding the space with natural light and showcasing breathtaking views of the Chicago cityscape. Track lighting and blue accent walls add a modern, stylish touch. A sliding glass door leads to a private balcony, seamlessly connecting the indoors with the dynamic cityscape beyond. The kitchen is thoughtfully integrated into the open layout, ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. The spacious primary bedroom features large windows with sweeping city views, plush carpeting, a generous closet, and direct access to one of the two full bathrooms. The second bedroom is equally well-lit with city views and ample closet space. Both bathrooms are finished with tile flooring and tub-shower combinations. Additional conveniences include in-unit laundry, three closets for abundant storage, and a hallway connecting the private quarters. The overall ambiance balances contemporary design with comfortable, functional living in one of Chicago's most sought-after locations.
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Monthly Rent
$2,483 - $5,214
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Bedrooms
Studio - 2 bd
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Bathrooms
1 - 2 ba
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Square Feet
564 - 1,160 sq ft
Located in the vibrant Lakeshore East community, where the Chicago River meets Lake Michigan, Aqua places you at the center of everything the city has to offer. Aqua's unrivaled residences feature spectacular studios, convertibles, and one and two-bedroom apartment homes offering residents an impressive array of indoor and outdoor amenities; two full floors of amenities, including Chicago’s largest outdoor recreation deck. Schedule your tour today and experience elevated city living.
Highlights
- Walker's Paradise
- Premier Transit Location
- Bike-Friendly Area
- Sauna
- Basketball Court
- Cabana
- Yard
- Pool
- Deck
Pricing & Floor Plans
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Unit 4407price $2,649square feet 582availibility Now
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Unit 4107price $2,764square feet 582availibility Now
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Unit 3507price $2,653square feet 582availibility Jun 29
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Unit 4306price $2,506square feet 584availibility Now
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Unit 4707price $2,645square feet 582availibility Now
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Unit 5007price $2,674square feet 582availibility Now
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Unit 5207price $2,818square feet 582availibility Jul 28
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Unit 4602price $2,861square feet 564availibility Now
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Unit 4502price $3,176square feet 564availibility Aug 21
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Unit 4002price $2,801square feet 564availibility Sep 13
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Unit 4804price $3,238square feet 681availibility Jun 28
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Unit 3404price $3,064square feet 681availibility Jul 30
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Unit 3604price $3,458square feet 681availibility Aug 14
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Unit 5108price $3,298square feet 681availibility Jul 18
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Unit 2908price $2,835square feet 681availibility Jul 31
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Unit 3504price $3,397square feet 681availibility Aug 15
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Unit 4013price $3,268square feet 734availibility Now
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Unit 5213price $3,383square feet 734availibility Now
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Unit 4313price $3,440square feet 734availibility Jul 4
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Unit 4813price $3,273square feet 734availibility Now
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Unit 4413price $3,350square feet 734availibility Jul 5
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Unit 4812price $3,340square feet 734availibility Now
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Unit 2312price $3,686square feet 734availibility Aug 8
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Unit 4301price $3,771square feet 854availibility Now
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Unit 4311price $3,335square feet 774availibility Jul 7
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Unit 3712price $3,275square feet 734availibility Jul 13
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Unit 3412price $3,272square feet 734availibility Jul 18
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Unit 3903price $3,998square feet 849availibility Aug 16
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Unit 1903price $3,336square feet 849availibility Oct 9
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Unit 3103price $3,935square feet 849availibility Aug 16
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Unit 2410price $4,903square feet 1,160availibility Now
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Unit 4209price $4,960square feet 1,080availibility Jul 7
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Unit 2109price $4,700square feet 1,080availibility Aug 20
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Unit 2209price $4,710square feet 1,080availibility Aug 25
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Unit 4609price $4,800square feet 1,080availibility Jul 12
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Unit 2509price $4,715square feet 1,080availibility Sep 7
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Unit 4407price $2,649square feet 582availibility Now
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Unit 4107price $2,764square feet 582availibility Now
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Unit 3507price $2,653square feet 582availibility Jun 29
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Unit 4306price $2,506square feet 584availibility Now
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Unit 4707price $2,645square feet 582availibility Now
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Unit 5007price $2,674square feet 582availibility Now
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Unit 5207price $2,818square feet 582availibility Jul 28
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Unit 4602price $2,861square feet 564availibility Now
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Unit 4502price $3,176square feet 564availibility Aug 21
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Unit 4002price $2,801square feet 564availibility Sep 13
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Unit 4804price $3,238square feet 681availibility Jun 28
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Unit 3404price $3,064square feet 681availibility Jul 30
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Unit 3604price $3,458square feet 681availibility Aug 14
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Unit 5108price $3,298square feet 681availibility Jul 18
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Unit 2908price $2,835square feet 681availibility Jul 31
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Unit 3504price $3,397square feet 681availibility Aug 15
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Unit 4013price $3,268square feet 734availibility Now
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Unit 5213price $3,383square feet 734availibility Now
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Unit 4313price $3,440square feet 734availibility Jul 4
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Unit 4813price $3,273square feet 734availibility Now
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Unit 4413price $3,350square feet 734availibility Jul 5
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Unit 4812price $3,340square feet 734availibility Now
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Unit 2312price $3,686square feet 734availibility Aug 8
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Unit 4301price $3,771square feet 854availibility Now
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Unit 4311price $3,335square feet 774availibility Jul 7
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Unit 3712price $3,275square feet 734availibility Jul 13
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Unit 3412price $3,272square feet 734availibility Jul 18
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Unit 3903price $3,998square feet 849availibility Aug 16
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Unit 1903price $3,336square feet 849availibility Oct 9
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Unit 3103price $3,935square feet 849availibility Aug 16
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Unit 2410price $4,903square feet 1,160availibility Now
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Unit 4209price $4,960square feet 1,080availibility Jul 7
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Unit 2109price $4,700square feet 1,080availibility Aug 20
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Unit 2209price $4,710square feet 1,080availibility Aug 25
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Unit 4609price $4,800square feet 1,080availibility Jul 12
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Unit 2509price $4,715square feet 1,080availibility Sep 7
Fees and Policies
The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified. Use the Cost Calculator to determine costs based on your needs.
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Utilities & Essentials
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Recoverable UtilitiesUtility Fee - 2 Bedrooms Charged per unit.$150 / mo
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One-Time Basics
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Due at Application
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Move-in FeeMove-in Fee Charged per unit.$450
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Application FeeApplication Fee Charged per applicant.$75
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Due at Move-In
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Pet Surcharge FeePet Fee - Cat - Non Refundable Charged per unit.$325
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Due at Application
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Dogs
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Dog Feetwo dog max - $650 for one dog, $750 for two dogs Charged per pet.$650
Restrictions:Dogs $650/$750 - two dog max, and for a cat, it's $325. Breed restrictions apply. See your Leasing Consultant for details. Or call our Leasing Office for complete Pet Policy information.Read More Read Less -
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Cats
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Cat FeeCat Fee description Charged per pet.$325
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Pedway - StoragePedway - Storage Charged per rentable item.$150 / mo
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Storage - StorageStorage - Storage Charged per rentable item.$20 / mo
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Termination FeesCharged per unit.200% of base rent
Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.
Details
Lease Options
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12 mo
Property Information
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Built in 2008
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479 units/82 stories
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LEED Certified
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About Aqua at Lakeshore East
Located in the vibrant Lakeshore East community, where the Chicago River meets Lake Michigan, Aqua places you at the center of everything the city has to offer. Aqua's unrivaled residences feature spectacular studios, convertibles, and one and two-bedroom apartment homes offering residents an impressive array of indoor and outdoor amenities; two full floors of amenities, including Chicago’s largest outdoor recreation deck. Schedule your tour today and experience elevated city living.
Aqua at Lakeshore East is an apartment community located in Cook County and the 60601 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Chicago Public Schools attendance zone.
Unique Features
- 100% Smoke Free
- 24-hour Door Staff and Maintenance
- 80,000+ SQ FT Outdoor Amenity
- Barbeque Grills
- Bicycle and Resident Storage
- Business Center and Conference
- Curated resident events
- Fire Pit
- Fitness Center with Cardio and Weight Room
- Fully Staffed Lobby with 24-Hour Concierge Service
- Game and Billiards Room
- Group Fitness Studio
- Indoor 25 Yard Lap Pool and Ho
- Large Balcony
- LEED Certified
- Magellan Rewards Program
- Musician-in-Residence - Aqua's Live Entertainment
- North East View
- North View
- On-site Parking Garage with Super Tesla Charging S
- On-Site Pedway Access Connecting Aqua to 50+ Build
- On-site Professional Management by Magellan Proper
- On-site Radisson Blu Hotel, FireLake Grill House &
- Outdoor 25 Yard Lap Pool with Poolside Cabanas
- Outdoor Soft Surface Exercise
- Outdoor Splash Pool & Hot Tub
- Private Club Suites with Catering Kitchens
- Running Track
- Sauna and Steam Rooms
- Sky Garden Lounge
- South East View
- South View
- Weight Room
Community Amenities
Pool
Fitness Center
Elevator
Doorman
Concierge
Recycling
Business Center
Grill
Property Services
- Maintenance on site
- Property Manager on Site
- Doorman
- Concierge
- 24 Hour Access
- Recycling
- Planned Social Activities
- EV Charging
- Key Fob Entry
Shared Community
- Elevator
- Business Center
- Lounge
- Multi Use Room
- Storage Space
- Disposal Chutes
- Corporate Suites
- Walk-Up
Fitness & Recreation
- Fitness Center
- Hot Tub
- Sauna
- Pool
- Bicycle Storage
- Basketball Court
- Gameroom
Outdoor Features
- Sundeck
- Cabana
- Grill
Apartment Features
Washer/Dryer
Air Conditioning
Dishwasher
Yard
- Washer/Dryer
- Air Conditioning
- Smoke Free
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Freezer
- Balcony
- Deck
- Yard
Lake Shore East began as a mixed-use development on what’s considered Chicago’s New Eastside. It’s quickly grown into a destination and residential area known for its incredible high-rise apartment buildings and modern skyline. Skyscrapers stand near the shore of Lake Michigan, surrounding amazing parks and shopping centers. Michigan Avenue and Columbus Drive hold upscale restaurants, boutiques, and the offices of dozens of companies. If you’re looking to live and work in one of Chicago’s most inspiring areas, check out the abundant rental options in Lake Shore East.
Learn more about living in Lakeshore EastCompare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.
| Lakeshore East | Chicago, IL | |
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| Studio | $2,551 | $1,658 |
| 1 Bedroom | $3,048 | $2,054 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $4,703 | $2,606 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $5,663 | $3,111 |
- Maintenance on site
- Property Manager on Site
- Doorman
- Concierge
- 24 Hour Access
- Recycling
- Planned Social Activities
- EV Charging
- Key Fob Entry
- Elevator
- Business Center
- Lounge
- Multi Use Room
- Storage Space
- Disposal Chutes
- Corporate Suites
- Walk-Up
- Sundeck
- Cabana
- Grill
- Fitness Center
- Hot Tub
- Sauna
- Pool
- Bicycle Storage
- Basketball Court
- Gameroom
- 100% Smoke Free
- 24-hour Door Staff and Maintenance
- 80,000+ SQ FT Outdoor Amenity
- Barbeque Grills
- Bicycle and Resident Storage
- Business Center and Conference
- Curated resident events
- Fire Pit
- Fitness Center with Cardio and Weight Room
- Fully Staffed Lobby with 24-Hour Concierge Service
- Game and Billiards Room
- Group Fitness Studio
- Indoor 25 Yard Lap Pool and Ho
- Large Balcony
- LEED Certified
- Magellan Rewards Program
- Musician-in-Residence - Aqua's Live Entertainment
- North East View
- North View
- On-site Parking Garage with Super Tesla Charging S
- On-Site Pedway Access Connecting Aqua to 50+ Build
- On-site Professional Management by Magellan Proper
- On-site Radisson Blu Hotel, FireLake Grill House &
- Outdoor 25 Yard Lap Pool with Poolside Cabanas
- Outdoor Soft Surface Exercise
- Outdoor Splash Pool & Hot Tub
- Private Club Suites with Catering Kitchens
- Running Track
- Sauna and Steam Rooms
- Sky Garden Lounge
- South East View
- South View
- Weight Room
- Washer/Dryer
- Air Conditioning
- Smoke Free
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Freezer
- Balcony
- Deck
- Yard
| Monday | 9am - 6pm |
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| Tuesday | 9am - 6pm |
| Wednesday | 9am - 6pm |
| Thursday | 9am - 6pm |
| Friday | 9am - 6pm |
| Saturday | 10am - 5pm |
| Sunday | 11am - 5pm |
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 8 min | 0.4 mi | |
| Walk: | 12 min | 0.6 mi | |
| Walk: | 14 min | 0.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.1 mi |
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Transportation options available in Chicago include Randolph/Wabash Station (Downtown Loop), located 0.5 mile from Aqua at Lakeshore East. Aqua at Lakeshore East is near Chicago Midway International, located 12.7 miles or 19 minutes away, and Chicago O'Hare International, located 18.3 miles or 29 minutes away.
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| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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Walk: | 9 min | 0.5 mi |
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Walk: | 9 min | 0.5 mi |
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Walk: | 11 min | 0.6 mi |
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Walk: | 12 min | 0.7 mi |
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Walk: | 14 min | 0.8 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Walk: | 7 min | 0.4 mi |
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Walk: | 15 min | 0.8 mi |
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.4 mi |
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.6 mi |
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Drive: | 5 min | 1.7 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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Chicago Midway International
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Drive: | 19 min | 12.7 mi |
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Chicago O'Hare International
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Drive: | 29 min | 18.3 mi |
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What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
Traffic
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HowLoud What is a Sound Score Rating? A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources. How It WorksTime and distance from Aqua at Lakeshore East.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 9 min | 0.5 mi | |
| Walk: | 10 min | 0.5 mi | |
| Walk: | 11 min | 0.6 mi |
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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Millennium Park
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Walk: | 8 min | 0.4 mi |
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Grant Park
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Walk: | 12 min | 0.6 mi |
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Lake Shore Park
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Walk: | 16 min | 0.8 mi |
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Chicago Children's Museum
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Walk: | 20 min | 1.0 mi |
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Northerly Island
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.9 mi |
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 13 min | 0.7 mi | |
| Walk: | 16 min | 0.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 7 min | 3.2 mi |
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 37 min | 26.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 45 min | 30.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 50 min | 36.9 mi |
Aqua at Lakeshore East Photos
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Aqua at Lakeshore East
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2BR, 2BA - 1080SF
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Studio, 1BA - 584SF - Kitchen
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Fitness Center
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Pool
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Theatre
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2BR, 2BA -1080SF - Kitchen
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2BR, 2BA -1080SF - Primary Bathroom
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2BR, 2BA -1080SF - Primary Bedroom
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Aqua at Lakeshore East has units with in‑unit washers and dryers, making laundry day simple for residents.
Utilities are not included in rent. Residents should plan to set up and pay for all services separately.
Contact this property for parking details.
Aqua at Lakeshore East has studios to two-bedrooms with rent ranges from $2,483/mo. to $5,214/mo.
Yes, Aqua at Lakeshore East welcomes pets. Breed restrictions, weight limits, and additional fees may apply. View this property's pet policy.
A good rule of thumb is to spend no more than 30% of your gross income on rent. Based on the lowest available rent of $2,483 for a studio, you would need to earn about $99,320 per year to qualify. Want to double-check your budget? Calculate how much rent you can afford with our Rent Affordability Calculator.
Aqua at Lakeshore East is not currently offering any rent specials. Check back soon, as promotions change frequently.
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225 N Columbus Dr
Chicago, IL 60601