Quick answer
For one-bedrooms, Lincoln Park starts lower — from $1,832 across 12 buildings, versus $1,955 in Gold Coast. Average one-bedroom rent: $2,717 in Gold Coast, $3,306 in Lincoln Park. Studios start at $1,535 in Gold Coast and $1,376 in Lincoln Park. Gold Coast lists 200 homes in 32 buildings on IQ Realtors; Lincoln Park lists 87 in 14.
How we get these numbers
Gathered: every figure on this page comes from IQ Realtors's own rental database of real, currently listed homes in professionally managed Chicago buildings — the same verified data behind our search.
Verified: rents, availability and move-in specials are checked against each building's official leasing sources. Fees are published only where a verified fee sheet is on file — and where one is not, the page says so instead of guessing.
Fresh: this page was generated November 13, 2026 from that data, and pages are rebuilt as the underlying rents and specials change — the generation date is the freshness stamp.
Gold Coast and Lincoln Park sit side by side in Chicago, and renters cross-shop them constantly. This page compares the two areas on the same verified data — every figure below is aggregated from real listed homes on IQ Realtors, not teaser ranges.
Rents by home type — Gold Coast vs Lincoln Park
| Home type | Buildings | Homes | From | Rent range | Average rent |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gold Coast | |||||
| Studios | 20 | 43 | $1,535 | $1,535–$2,790 | $2,064 |
| Convertibles | 1 | 3 | $2,975 | $2,975–$3,147 | $3,088 |
| One-bedrooms | 23 | 107 | $1,955 | $1,955–$4,550 | $2,717 |
| Two-bedrooms | 13 | 27 | $2,595 | $2,595–$8,250 | $4,620 |
| Three-bedrooms | 1 | 1 | $10,188 | $10,188 | $10,188 |
| Lincoln Park | |||||
| Studios | 9 | 21 | $1,376 | $1,376–$2,833 | $2,168 |
| Convertibles | 2 | 6 | $1,466 | $1,466–$2,255 | $1,639 |
| One-bedrooms | 12 | 48 | $1,832 | $1,832–$4,338 | $3,306 |
| Two-bedrooms | 5 | 9 | $3,464 | $3,464–$6,987 | $5,217 |
| Three-bedrooms | 2 | 3 | $4,795 | $4,795–$9,307 | $7,767 |
Selection & specials
| Gold Coast | Lincoln Park | |
|---|---|---|
| Buildings with listed homes | 32 | 14 |
| Homes listed | 200 | 87 |
| Available now | 158 | 64 |
| Buildings running a current special | 11 | 0 |
Most-listed buildings in Gold Coast: State & Chestnut 1350 / 1360 North Lake Shore 1111 North Dearborn
Most-listed buildings in Lincoln Park: Lincoln Common Elevate Lincoln Park Park Lincoln by Reside
Frequently asked questions
Is Gold Coast or Lincoln Park cheaper for a one-bedroom?
One-bedrooms start at $1,955 in Gold Coast (average $2,717 across 107 homes) and $1,832 in Lincoln Park (average $3,306 across 48 homes), so Lincoln Park has the lower entry price; the averages say Gold Coast runs lower overall.
Is Gold Coast or Lincoln Park cheaper for a studio?
Studios start at $1,535 in Gold Coast (average $2,064) and $1,376 in Lincoln Park (average $2,168); Lincoln Park starts lower.
Is Gold Coast or Lincoln Park cheaper for a two-bedroom?
Two-bedrooms start at $2,595 in Gold Coast (average $4,620) and $3,464 in Lincoln Park (average $5,217); Gold Coast starts lower.
Which has more apartments, Gold Coast or Lincoln Park?
Gold Coast lists 200 homes across 32 buildings on IQ Realtors, with 158 available now. Lincoln Park lists 87 homes across 14 buildings, with 64 available now.
Which neighborhood has more move-in specials, Gold Coast or Lincoln Park?
11 buildings in Gold Coast and 0 in Lincoln Park are running a current special on IQ Realtors. The live roundup is on the Chicago apartment specials page.
Should I rent in Gold Coast or Lincoln Park?
On the verified numbers: one-bedrooms average $2,717 in Gold Coast versus $3,306 in Lincoln Park; Gold Coast lists 200 homes and Lincoln Park lists 87. Renters cross-shop the two because they are neighboring areas — the deciding factors are usually the specific buildings, so compare the most-listed buildings in each above and check current specials before touring.
Search homes in Gold Coast and Lincoln Park side by side — and ask Mica, our AI concierge, which fits your budget and move date.
Search all homes on IQ Realtors → More answersFigures on this page come from IQ Realtors's verified rental data, checked against buildings' official leasing sources. Page generated November 13, 2026. Rents, specials and availability change — confirm current pricing on IQ Realtors before you apply.