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Lakeshore East Luxury Apartments

Our Lakeshore East apartments offer luxury living in the heart of downtown Chicago. Here in one of Chicago’s most popular neighborhoods, you have the best of the city at your fingertips. Step out your door to enjoy lakefront paths, Millennium Park, museums and more.

Living in Lakeshore East

The Lakeshore East neighborhood was developed to represent the pinnacle of contemporary downtown Chicago living. Today, it’s one of the most popular areas in the city. Popular Lakeshore East apartments are located near Millennium Park and are surrounded by some of the greatest features in downtown Chicago. Take your morning jog along the lakefront, or walk to world-renowned attractions such as “The Bean”, Navy Pier, the Magnificent Mile and Chicago’s Museum Campus.

Apartments in Lakeshore East are available furnished or unfurnished and offer convenient location, nestled between Lake Michigan and the Loop. Within a short distance, there are more than a hundred restaurants, abundant shopping opportunities and numerous entertainment options.

Living in Lakeshore East, also known as the New East Side, you have convenient access to numerous options, taking you around the city and its suburbs. Grab a train for your daily commute or catch a Metra line to explore the surrounding neighborhoods.

Lakeshore East is about 40 percent green, with an abundance of open space, including a 6-acre botanical recreational park. Many of our Lakeshore East luxury apartments overlook the park for beautiful at-home views. Because the area is tucked into an enclave adjacent to Michigan Avenue and west of Lakeshore Drive, Lakeshore East is a hidden gem with unrivaled convenience. Lakeshore East also features conveniences like a flagship Mariano’s grocery store, access to the Pedway, and a beautiful dog park.

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View of a harbor with docks and a Ferris wheel from a modern building terrace featuring seating, plants, and a fire pit.
Lakeshore East $1982+
Property #213 0-3 Bed | 1-2 Bath
Modern apartment interior with kitchen island, stools, stainless steel appliances, sofa, TV, large windows, and city view.
Lakeshore East $2023+
Property #048 0-2 Bed | 1-2 Bath
Modern apartment with a spacious living area, blue sectional sofa, round dining table, and large windows offering a city and water view. Kitchen features wood cabinets and a white counter.
Lakeshore East $2538+
Property #078 0-3 Bed | 1-2 Bath
Modern living room and dining area with gray chairs, a round table, a curved sofa, large windows, and cityscape view. Decor includes plants, a floor lamp, and pillows.
Lakeshore East $1970+
Property #016 0-2 Bed | 1-2 Bath
Modern living room with a gray sectional sofa, geometric rug, and abstract wall art. A large window provides city views. Dining area in the background with a table and chairs.
Lakeshore East $1785+
Property #028 0-3 Bed | 1-2 Bath
Modern living room with large windows, white sectional sofa, green rug, and contemporary decor. High-rise buildings visible outside.
Lakeshore East $2069+
Property #002 0-2 Bed | 1-2 Bath

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Average Lakeshore East Rent Prices

Average rent in Lakeshore East varies depending on the building type and age, amenities offered, and interior features.

Studio

$1,800-$2,300

1-Bedroom

$2,400-$3,300

2-Bedroom

$3,200-$5,000

3-Bedroom

$5,600+

The Best of Chicago, All in One Neighborhood

Chicago’s most exciting dining, entertainment, and lifestyle destinations are packed into these few walkable blocks, making every day an opportunity to discover something new.

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What to Do

  • Maggie Daley Park
  • Lakefront Trail
  • Lakeshore East Dog Park
  • The Riverwalk

 Where to Eat

  • Avli on the Park
  • Giordano’s on Randolph
  • MingHin Cuisine
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How to Get Around

Transit in Lakeshore East provides direct access to Midway Airport via the Orange line CTA train, as well as the rest of downtown Chicago via the Brown, Orange, Green, and Pink line L Trains. Millennium Station provides access to the northern, southern, and western suburbs via the Metra trains. Many buildings within Chicago’s New East Side connect to the Pedway, and underground system of walkways frequently used by locals in the wintertime. The entrances to Lakeshore Drive and Lower Wacker Drive are both in close proximity as well.

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Spend a Weekend in Lakeshore East

Here’s your itinerary for the weekend.

Friday

  • Lakeshore East Park and Dog Park
  • Quick bite at Brown Bag Seafood
  • Drinks at Cindy’s Rooftop at the Chicago Athletic Hotel

Saturday

  • Coffee at the Drunken Bean
  • Take a walk on the Riverwalk
  • Dinner at Avli on the Park

Sunday

  • Brunch at Eggy’s Diner
  • Shopping on Michigan Avenue
  • Rent Divvy bikes along the Lakefront Trail
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Chicago theater sign with ornate architectural details, nestled within the vibrant Chicago Loop. It features a large arch and decorative patterns that echo the charm of nearby apartments.
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  • Lakeshore East, The Chicago Loop

Aqua Lakeshore East

Tucked into Chicago’s picturesque Lakeshore East neighborhood, Aqua at Lakeshore East Apartments offers residents a seamless blend of modern design, top-tier amenities, and unbeatable access

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  • Events, The Chicago Loop

Holiday Activities in the Loop

If you’ve spent time in downtown Chicago’s Loop around the holiday season, you know there’s something undeniably special in the air. November means holiday festivities

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  • Lakeshore East, The Chicago Loop

Cascade Apartments – 45,000 Sq Ft of Amenities!

Cascade apartments in Lakeshore East will offer over 45,000 square feet of amenity space! In the warmer months, enjoy Cascade’s outdoor splash pad and hydrotherapy

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The Loop

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River North

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South Loop

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