Apartments in the Near South Side area of Chicago with special offers and discounts available right now - opportunities to save money or get a month or more of free rent.
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| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Near South Side Studio Apartments | $2,151 | $1,167 | $3,895 |
| Near South Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,869 | $1,150 | $9,037 |
| Near South Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,882 | $1,640 | $10,000+ |
| Near South Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,113 | $1,640 | $10,000+ |
| Near South Side 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,848 | $3,000 | $8,740 |
There are currently 8 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Near South Side Neighborhood of Chicago, IL.
See all Apartments in ChicagoTake advantage of these move-in and rent specials that are ending soon for top Near South Side, IL apartments. Act fast and don’t miss out on an incredible deal on your perfect new place!
Up to ONE MONTH FREE on select units. Contact the leasing office for details.Expires 08-05-2026
Receive 1/2 Month Free on select units * Plus, $500 (Signature) and $1,000 (Skyline) Admin Fee Credit with our Look & Lease offer. Must apply within 48 hours of your tour. *Terms and Conditions Apply. Schedule a Tour Today!Expires 08-05-2026
Up to 6 Weeks Free! Call for Details. Apply within 48 hours of the tour for our look and lease special. Terms apply.Expires 08-05-2026
Ask about our 3-bedroom specials!Expires 08-05-2026
Enjoy an all-inclusive utility package! Rent INCLUDES cooking and heating gas, water, sewer, and trash removal. Household electricity is billed separately through ComEd.Expires 08-05-2026
Ask us how you can receive up to a half month base rent FREE! Minimum lease term applies. Other costs and fees excluded.Expires 08-05-2026
Enjoy $500 off your 2nd full month on all 1 Bed and 2 Bed Standard homes if you move in by August 31st! Apply within 24hrs of tour to receive a $400 admin fee discount. Schedule your personalized tour today!Expires 08-05-2026
No security deposit if you move in by August 2026!Expires 08-31-2026
Here are the most recently added special offers for renters looking to find the best deals on apartments in Near South Side, IL. Be sure to take advantage of some of the area’s top offers.
No security deposit if you move in by August 2026!Expires 08-31-2026
Ask us how you can receive up to a half month base rent FREE! Minimum lease term applies. Other costs and fees excluded.Expires 08-05-2026
Enjoy $500 off your 2nd full month on all 1 Bed and 2 Bed Standard homes if you move in by August 31st! Apply within 24hrs of tour to receive a $400 admin fee discount. Schedule your personalized tour today!Expires 08-05-2026
Up to ONE MONTH FREE on select units. Contact the leasing office for details.Expires 08-05-2026
Receive 1/2 Month Free on select units * Plus, $500 (Signature) and $1,000 (Skyline) Admin Fee Credit with our Look & Lease offer. Must apply within 48 hours of your tour. *Terms and Conditions Apply. Schedule a Tour Today!Expires 08-05-2026
Up to 6 Weeks Free! Call for Details. Apply within 48 hours of the tour for our look and lease special. Terms apply.Expires 08-05-2026
Ask about our 3-bedroom specials!Expires 08-05-2026
Enjoy an all-inclusive utility package! Rent INCLUDES cooking and heating gas, water, sewer, and trash removal. Household electricity is billed separately through ComEd.Expires 08-05-2026
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Currently the most affordable Rent Specials Apartment in Near South Side is at 2001 S State St listed at $2,195.
The average rent for a Rent Specials Apartment in Near South Side is $4,760.
Today's Rent Specials apartment with the most square footage in Near South Side is a 2,948 square feet unit starting from $2,420 at 1001 South State.
The average size for a Rent Specials rental in Near South Side is currently at 554 sq ft.
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