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aqs107a
$2,548 - $3,382
Studio, 1 Bath
, 582 Sq. Ft.
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4407
$2,719
582 Sq. Ft.
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3207
$2,568
582 Sq. Ft.
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3007
$2,548
582 Sq. Ft.
5/31/26
aqs107b
$2,737 - $3,420
Studio, 1 Bath
, 582 Sq. Ft.
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5007
$2,764
582 Sq. Ft.
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4707
$2,780
582 Sq. Ft.
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5207
$2,792
582 Sq. Ft.
7/28/26
aqv108a
$2,707 - $3,946
Studio, 1 Bath
, 681 Sq. Ft.
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Sq. Ft.
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4208
$2,807
681 Sq. Ft.
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3708
$2,707
681 Sq. Ft.
6/4/26
4108
$2,797
681 Sq. Ft.
7/6/26
aqs106b
$2,552 - $3,317
Studio, 1 Bath
, 584 Sq. Ft.
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May. 7
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Sq. Ft.
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3706
$2,597
584 Sq. Ft.
5/7/26
3006
$2,552
584 Sq. Ft.
6/7/26
aqv104e
$2,836 - $3,952
Studio, 1 Bath
, 681 Sq. Ft.
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May. 11
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Sq. Ft.
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4604
$3,018
681 Sq. Ft.
5/11/26
3204
$2,836
681 Sq. Ft.
8/25/26
aqv102b
$2,685 - $2,986
Studio, 1 Bath
, 564 Sq. Ft.
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Jun. 15
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Sq. Ft.
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4602
$2,835
564 Sq. Ft.
6/15/26
3102
$2,685
564 Sq. Ft.
8/7/26
aqv104a
$2,710 - $2,947
Studio, 1 Bath
, 681 Sq. Ft.
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Jun. 7
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2504
$2,710
681 Sq. Ft.
6/7/26
aqs106c
$2,480 - $2,618
Studio, 1 Bath
, 584 Sq. Ft.
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Jun. 9
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4306
$2,480
584 Sq. Ft.
6/9/26
aqv104d
$3,091 - $3,334
Studio, 1 Bath
, 681 Sq. Ft.
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Jun. 28
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4804
$3,091
681 Sq. Ft.
6/28/26
aqa112b
$3,045 - $4,113
1 Bed, 1 Bath
, 734 Sq. Ft.
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3312
$3,049
734 Sq. Ft.
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3712
$3,160
734 Sq. Ft.
7/13/26
2812
$3,121
734 Sq. Ft.
8/1/26
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aqa113c
$3,102 - $4,295
1 Bed, 1 Bath
, 734 Sq. Ft.
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4813
$3,176
734 Sq. Ft.
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3113
$3,114
734 Sq. Ft.
6/18/26
5113
$3,314
734 Sq. Ft.
6/23/26
aqa112a
$3,267 - $4,482
1 Bed, 1 Bath
, 734 Sq. Ft.
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3812
$3,279
734 Sq. Ft.
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4812
$3,379
734 Sq. Ft.
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aqa103b
$3,363 - $4,464
1 Bed, 1 Bath
, 849 Sq. Ft.
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3103
$3,366
849 Sq. Ft.
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4703
$3,576
849 Sq. Ft.
5/13/26
aqa114a
$3,158 - $4,437
1 Bed, 1 Bath
, 774 Sq. Ft.
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May. 1
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3914
$3,345
774 Sq. Ft.
5/1/26
2414
$3,187
774 Sq. Ft.
7/27/26
aqa111c
$3,217 - $4,097
1 Bed, 1 Bath
, 774 Sq. Ft.
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May. 7
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5111
$3,300
774 Sq. Ft.
5/7/26
4311
$3,220
774 Sq. Ft.
7/7/26
aqa113d
$3,344 - $4,486
1 Bed, 1 Bath
, 734 Sq. Ft.
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5213
$3,344
734 Sq. Ft.
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aqa101b
$3,513 - $4,661
1 Bed, 1 Bath
, 854 Sq. Ft.
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3001
$3,516
854 Sq. Ft.
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aqa111a
$3,102 - $3,168
1 Bed, 1 Bath
, 774 Sq. Ft.
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Jul. 7
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2911
$3,105
774 Sq. Ft.
7/7/26
aqa103a
$3,218 - $3,273
1 Bed, 1 Bath
, 849 Sq. Ft.
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Oct. 9
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1903
$3,221
849 Sq. Ft.
10/9/26
aqb109a
$4,934 - $7,032
2 Beds, 2 Baths
, 1,080 Sq. Ft.
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May. 14
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4109
$4,948
1,080 Sq. Ft.
5/14/26
aqb109e
$4,929 - $7,025
2 Beds, 2 Baths
, 1,080 Sq. Ft.
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May. 18
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4809
$4,943
1,080 Sq. Ft.
5/18/26
aqb109b
$4,664 - $4,838
2 Beds, 2 Baths
, 1,080 Sq. Ft.
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Jun. 20
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2409
$4,678
1,080 Sq. Ft.
6/20/26
* Price shown is total price based on community-supplied monthly required fees. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice. * Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.
* Price shown is total price based on community-supplied monthly required fees. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice. * Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.
* Price shown is total price based on community-supplied monthly required fees. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice. * Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.
* Price shown is total price based on community-supplied monthly required fees. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice. * Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
One-Time Basics
Due at Application
Application Fee Per Applicant
$75
Due at Move-In
Administrative Fee
$450
Garage
Parking Fee
$292 / mo
Parking Deposit
N/A
Additional Parking Options
Garage
Dogs
One-Time Pet Fee
$325 - $750
Cats
One-Time Pet Fee
$325 - $750
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.
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Property Highlights
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.
100% Smoke Free
24-hour Door Staff and Maintenance
80,000+ SQ FT Outdoor Amenity
AQ - ADA
AQ - ADA 1
AQ - ADA 2
AQ - Adaptable Unit
AQ - Balcony
AQ - High Floor (40-52)
AQ - Medium Balcony
AQ - No Balcony
AQ - North East View
AQ - North View
AQ - South East View
AQ - South View
AQ - Upgraded
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
LEED Certified
Magellan Rewards Program
Musician-in-Residence - Aqua's Live Entertainment
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
Weight Room
Apartment Features
Air Conditioning
Balcony
Deck
Dishwasher
Freezer
Kitchen
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Smoke Free
Washer/Dryer
Yard
Community Features
Basketball Court
Business Center
Cabana
Concierge
Doorman
Fitness Center
Garages
Grill
Hot Tub
Lounge
Pool
Sauna
Sundeck
Area Scores
Walkability
Exceptionally walkable100 / 100
Transit
Exceptional public transit100 / 100
Driveability
Moderately drivable70 / 100
Bikeability
Exceptionally bikeable90 / 100
Scores provided by
Soundscore ™
Busy67 / 100
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HowLoud
Transit
Subway
Grand Avenue Station (Red Line)
1 min Drive
Subway
State/Lake Station (Downtown Loop)
2 min Drive
Subway
Randolph/Wabash Station (Downtown Loop)
2 min Drive
Subway
Lake Station
2 min Drive
Subway
Chicago Avenue Station (Red Line)
2 min Drive
Commuter Rail
Chicago Millennium Station
2 min Drive
Commuter Rail
Van Buren Station
2 min Drive
Airport
Chicago Midway International
20 min Drive
Airport
Chicago O'Hare International
29 min Drive
Moving to Lakeshore East, Chicago, IL
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate Aqua at Lakeshore East proximity to River East Center, The Shops at North Bridge, and Navy Pier. River East Center is 0.8 miles away, and The Shops at North Bridge is within an 11 minute walk.
Commuting
With top-notch public transportation and a TransitScore of 100, Lakeshore East is exceptional public transit. Within 1.7 miles of Aqua at Lakeshore East, you’ll find Randolph/Wabash Station (Downtown Loop), State/Lake Station (Downtown Loop), and Lake Station.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near Aqua at Lakeshore East are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 2.9 miles, including Millennium Park, Grant Park, and Chicago Children's Museum.
Airports
Living in Lakeshore East provides easy access to Chicago Midway International, located just 19 minutes from Aqua at Lakeshore East. Another nearby airport is Chicago O'Hare International, located 18.3 miles away.
Property Details
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.
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 located in Chicago, IL in the 60601 zip code.
Contact
Property Address: 225 N Columbus Dr, Chicago, IL 60601
We chose this building in part because of the advertised amenities, but our experience with them has been consistently disappointing, as has the level of responsiveness from the management office.
• Sauna: To our knowledge, the sauna has been out of service since we moved in. It was working when we toured, but we have not seen it operational at any point since becoming residents.
• Hot tub cleanliness: On February 28, 2026, when we turned on the hot tub jets, a grimy black film resembling dirt... began accumulating in the water. I took photos that night. This raised serious concerns about maintenance and cleanliness.
• Swimming lessons representation and lack of response: During our tour in November 2025, a leasing staff member told us that free swimming lessons were offered to renters, and we confirmed this multiple times because it mattered to us. After moving in, an onsite swimming instructor told us that, to his understanding, there are no free lessons. When we mentioned we had been told the lessons were free and asked whether he had heard similar questions from other residents, he told us yes. We emailed management on February 19, 2026 asking how to enroll or to clarify whether free lessons are offered, and as of March 1, 2026, we have not received any response.
In other replies to reviews that complained about amenities, the rental office has said the hotel manages the amenities. But these amenities are still advertised as part of the residential experience, and from a resident perspective the distinction doesn’t change the outcome—we relied on what was represented when deciding where to live.
If these issues are resolved or clarified, I will update this review. For now, prospective residents should independently verify the current status and availability of any amenities that are important to them.
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1/27/20
Expect noise, rude neighbors and no support
The leasing office will tell you that only certain floors allow pets. However, if you are dishonest you can get away with a pet and not have to pay.
I’m on a floor that doesn’t allow pets. My loud neighbor has a barking dog. “And how can this be?” you ask. Well, after I asked why he’s allowed a barking dog, I found out (after contacting the office many times) that he has an “emotional support” dog. No proof needs to be provided.
So, bring your pets to any floor, lie to management because... they wont check and you won’t pay the pet fees. If you get caught, just claim the dog was a gift from a family member and is an emotional support animal. My loud neighbor gets away with it.
The office has no interest is supporting the honest tenants.
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Property Manager at Aqua at Lakeshore East responded to this review
We're sorry to hear that you're experiencing a noise disturbance. Our policy for service animals is in alignment with Fair Housing laws, and we're unable to share private information about any resident. However, we can certainly address any noise... concerns you may be encountering and suggest that you contact the Management Office so that we may work to resolve this particular issue.
Sincerely, The Aqua at Lakeshore East Team
8/17/15
AQUA Apartments
Have been a resident for six years and enjoy everything about the place. Excellent downtown location, fantastic amenities, connected to the led way system and well managed. Add a local public/private park, a high-end Mariano's supermarket and restaurants and it has to be amongst the best locations in Chicago. High cost per square footage but includes basic cable, electricity, water and gas and all the pluses. Can't go wrong. Can look for availability through rental management company and... local condo owners.
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4/9/14
very nice place to live
This is a very nice building, location is well suited for downtown work. Good value for money