Apartments for Rent with Specials in the South Lakefront Neighborhood of Chicago, IL (12 Rentals)

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Apartments in the South Lakefront 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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Lake Meadows Apartments
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$1,030 - $3,960Special Offer
Specials 1 Month FREE RENT. Must sign a 17+ month lease. Must sign a lease on or before December 31st,2025. MID RISE Properties only. Terms
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Lake Meadows Apartments

3233 S KingChicago, IL 60616
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The Trilogy at Hyde Park
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$1,475 - $2,500Special Offer
1 Month Free Lease one of our spacious 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath apartment homes this season and receive 1 month FREE rent, applied to your second m
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The Trilogy at Hyde Park

1310-1316 E Hyde Park BlvdChicago, IL 60615
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Academy at Drexel
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$1,320 - $1,925Special Offer
Specials Look & Lease Special! Tour and apply within 24 hours of touring and receive a $500 concession!
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Academy at Drexel

6140 S Drexel AveChicago, IL 60637
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Hyde Park West
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$1,425 - $3,225Special Offer
1 Month Free The best rates in town!! - 10 Minute Walk to University of Chicago - Various activities within walking distance - Short commute
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Hyde Park West

5325 S Cottage Grove AveChicago, IL 60615
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Southland Village
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$1,200 - $1,400Special Offer
1 Month Free Don’t miss this limited-time offer! Schedule your tour today and move in by December 31st to receive $500 Visa gift card, 1 mon
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Southland Village

6253 S Michigan AveChicago, IL 60637
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7255-7257 S Calumet Ave
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$1,600Special Offer
Specials 1. No Move-In Fee: Save on upfront costs—no move-in or administrative fees required. 2. No Application Fee: Apply at no cost. 3. Se
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7255-7257 S Calumet Ave

7255-7257 S Calumet AveChicago, IL 60619
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Park Apartments
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$1,355 - $1,880Special Offer
1 Month Free To receive a one month free all approved applicants must move into the apartment by December 31, 2025. The one month free speci
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Park Apartments

220 E Garfield BlvdChicago, IL 60615
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1019 E 62nd St
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$1,250 - $1,700Special Offer
Specials This property is subject to Maximum Rental Rates set at 80% of the area medium determined annually by HUD; and household incomes ba
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1019 E 62nd St

1019 E 62nd StChicago, IL 60637
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Boxelder Court
Rent Specials
$965 - $1,300Special Offer
1 Month Free To receive the one month free all approved applicants must move in by December 31, 2025.
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Boxelder Court

6205-6215 S Langley AveChicago, IL 60637
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Top Chicago Apartments in the South Lakefront Area with Move-In Specials Ending Soon

Specials updated: 12-27-2025

Take advantage of these move-in and rent specials that are ending soon for top South Lakefront, IL apartments. Act fast and don’t miss out on an incredible deal on your perfect new place!

The Trilogy at Hyde Park

Lease one of our spacious 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath apartment homes this season and receive 1 month FREE rent, applied to your second month. Enjoy the comfort of extra space and the savings of this limited-time offer!Expires 12-28-2025

Mayfair Apartments

Check out our NEW REDUCED RATES! Call us for more details.Expires 12-28-2025

Academy at Drexel

Look & Lease Special! Tour and apply within 24 hours of touring and receive a $500 concession!Expires 12-28-2025

Lake Meadows Apartments

1 Month FREE RENT. Must sign a 17+ month lease. Must sign a lease on or before December 31st,2025. MID RISE Properties only. Terms Apply.Expires 12-28-2025

Plaisance Apartments

PAY NO SECURITY DEPOSIT! Contact us today for your personalized tour!Expires 12-28-2025

Madison Park Apartments

PAY NO SECURITY DESPOSIT! Contact us today for your personalized tour!Expires 12-28-2025

Hyde Park West

The best rates in town!! - 10 Minute Walk to University of Chicago - Various activities within walking distance - Short commute to the Mag Mile *Current vacancies include Market Apartments. Call us to set up a tour! We would love to assist you with your housing needs. We have a studio and one bedroom apartment. We also have a three and four bedroom townhome available! Call the property office about our current parking special. Call to lock in your yearly rate. Can't wait to hear from you!Expires 12-31-2025

Park Apartments

To receive a one month free all approved applicants must move into the apartment by December 31, 2025. The one month free special is only on the following apartments, 5446-201, 206-202, 210-102, 214-102 and 206-302.Expires 12-31-2025

Boxelder Court

To receive the one month free all approved applicants must move in by December 31, 2025.Expires 12-31-2025

Southland Village

Don’t miss this limited-time offer! Schedule your tour today and move in by December 31st to receive $500 Visa gift card, 1 month FREE plus a $500 security deposit special!Expires 01-01-2026

Newly Listed Move-In Specials offers for Apartments in South Lakefront, IL

Specials updated: 12-27-2025

Here are the most recently added special offers for renters looking to find the best deals on apartments in South Lakefront, IL. Be sure to take advantage of some of the area’s top offers.

1019 E 62nd St

This property is subject to Maximum Rental Rates set at 80% of the area medium determined annually by HUD; and household incomes based upon family size also determined annually by HUD. Maximum Permitted Rents are as follows: 1-bdrm $1,376, 2-bdrm $1,651, and 3-bdrm $1,908, respectively.Expires 06-30-2032

Park Apartments

To receive a one month free all approved applicants must move into the apartment by December 31, 2025. The one month free special is only on the following apartments, 5446-201, 206-202, 210-102, 214-102 and 206-302.Expires 12-31-2025

Boxelder Court

To receive the one month free all approved applicants must move in by December 31, 2025.Expires 12-31-2025

Southland Village

Don’t miss this limited-time offer! Schedule your tour today and move in by December 31st to receive $500 Visa gift card, 1 month FREE plus a $500 security deposit special!Expires 01-01-2026

Hyde Park West

The best rates in town!! - 10 Minute Walk to University of Chicago - Various activities within walking distance - Short commute to the Mag Mile *Current vacancies include Market Apartments. Call us to set up a tour! We would love to assist you with your housing needs. We have a studio and one bedroom apartment. We also have a three and four bedroom townhome available! Call the property office about our current parking special. Call to lock in your yearly rate. Can't wait to hear from you!Expires 12-31-2025

Madison Park Apartments

PAY NO SECURITY DESPOSIT! Contact us today for your personalized tour!Expires 12-28-2025

The Trilogy at Hyde Park

Lease one of our spacious 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath apartment homes this season and receive 1 month FREE rent, applied to your second month. Enjoy the comfort of extra space and the savings of this limited-time offer!Expires 12-28-2025

Mayfair Apartments

Check out our NEW REDUCED RATES! Call us for more details.Expires 12-28-2025

Academy at Drexel

Look & Lease Special! Tour and apply within 24 hours of touring and receive a $500 concession!Expires 12-28-2025

Lake Meadows Apartments

1 Month FREE RENT. Must sign a 17+ month lease. Must sign a lease on or before December 31st,2025. MID RISE Properties only. Terms Apply.Expires 12-28-2025

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
South Lakefront, Chicago, IL

Ranked #39

Among cities in Illinois for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Frequently Asked Questions about Rent Specials South Lakefront Apartments

What is the Cheapest Rent Specials apartment in South Lakefront?

Currently the most affordable Rent Specials Apartment in South Lakefront is at Boxelder Court listed at $965.

How much is the average rent for a Rent Specials South Lakefront Apartment?

The average rent for a Rent Specials Apartment in South Lakefront is $1,820.

What is the largest Rent Specials South Lakefront Apartment for rent?

Today's Rent Specials apartment with the most square footage in South Lakefront is a 2,010 square feet unit starting from $1,425 at Hyde Park West.

What is the average size for South Lakefront Rent Specials Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Rent Specials rental in South Lakefront is currently at 698 sq ft.

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