Quick answer
For one-bedrooms, Lakeview starts lower — from $1,329 across 27 buildings, versus $1,770 in Uptown. Average one-bedroom rent: $2,261 in Lakeview, $1,988 in Uptown. Studios start at $1,095 in Lakeview and $1,375 in Uptown. Lakeview lists 156 homes in 36 buildings on IQ Realtors; Uptown lists 31 in 5.
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.
Lakeview and Uptown 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 — Lakeview vs Uptown
| Home type | Buildings | Homes | From | Rent range | Average rent |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeview | |||||
| Studios | 19 | 54 | $1,095 | $1,095–$2,609 | $1,784 |
| Convertibles | 1 | 4 | $2,102 | $2,102–$2,244 | $2,179 |
| One-bedrooms | 27 | 65 | $1,329 | $1,329–$3,154 | $2,261 |
| Two-bedrooms | 15 | 29 | $1,975 | $1,975–$4,386 | $3,136 |
| Three-bedrooms | 3 | 3 | $2,420 | $2,420–$4,845 | $3,520 |
| Uptown | |||||
| Studios | 5 | 19 | $1,375 | $1,375–$1,815 | $1,589 |
| One-bedrooms | 3 | 12 | $1,770 | $1,770–$2,250 | $1,988 |
Selection & specials
| Lakeview | Uptown | |
|---|---|---|
| Buildings with listed homes | 36 | 5 |
| Homes listed | 156 | 31 |
| Available now | 107 | 21 |
| Buildings running a current special | 4 | 0 |
Most-listed buildings in Lakeview: The Belmont 3130 N Lake Shore Drive Reside 707
Most-listed buildings in Uptown: The Lawrence House The Teller House The Winnie
Frequently asked questions
Is Lakeview or Uptown cheaper for a one-bedroom?
One-bedrooms start at $1,329 in Lakeview (average $2,261 across 65 homes) and $1,770 in Uptown (average $1,988 across 12 homes), so Lakeview has the lower entry price; the averages say Uptown runs lower overall.
Is Lakeview or Uptown cheaper for a studio?
Studios start at $1,095 in Lakeview (average $1,784) and $1,375 in Uptown (average $1,589); Lakeview starts lower.
Which has more apartments, Lakeview or Uptown?
Lakeview lists 156 homes across 36 buildings on IQ Realtors, with 107 available now. Uptown lists 31 homes across 5 buildings, with 21 available now.
Which neighborhood has more move-in specials, Lakeview or Uptown?
4 buildings in Lakeview and 0 in Uptown are running a current special on IQ Realtors. The live roundup is on the Chicago apartment specials page.
Should I rent in Lakeview or Uptown?
On the verified numbers: one-bedrooms average $2,261 in Lakeview versus $1,988 in Uptown; Lakeview lists 156 homes and Uptown lists 31. 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 Lakeview and Uptown 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.