EMME
As of November 9, 2026, EMME (165 N Desplaines St, West Loop) advertises 1 month free + $500. No end date is stated. Advertised rent: $2,466 - $4,514 a month.
EMME is a 14-story, 199-unit apartment building completed in 2017 at 165 N Desplaines St in West Loop, part of Chicago's Near West Side community area. It is managed by Hines. Pet policy: Pets allowed (max 2). The nearest CTA “L” station is Clinton-Lake (Green, Pink lines), about 0.1 miles away.
1 month of base rent free plus a $500 admin fee credit on 12-15 month leases if you apply within 48 hours of touring.
- Deadline
- None stated
- Est. savings
- ≈$2,949
- Updated
- Nov 9, 2026
For amenities, unit count, floors and year built, see the full EMME profile on ChicagoApartmentBuildings.com, a Chicago apartment building directory also run by Joe Bjorklund.
Special history
| Special | Type | First seen | Last updated | Status | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 month free + $500 | Free rent | Nov 9, 2026 | Nov 9, 2026 | Active | ApartmentHomeLiving |
| 1 month free + $500 | Free rent | Nov 8, 2026 | Nov 9, 2026 | Ended Nov 9, 2026 | ApartmentHomeLiving |
EMME: FAQ
Does EMME have a move-in special right now?
Yes. As of November 9, 2026, EMME at 165 N Desplaines St in West Loop, Chicago advertises 1 month free + $500. 1 month of base rent free plus a $500 admin fee credit on 12-15 month leases if you apply within 48 hours of touring. The offer was found on ApartmentHomeLiving; confirm the terms with the leasing office before applying.
When does the EMME move-in special end?
EMME has not stated an end date for its current move-in special. Offers without a deadline can change or end at any time, so confirm the current terms with the leasing office before you tour or apply. Chicago Move In Specials shows the date the offer was last updated on this page.
How much is rent at EMME?
EMME advertises rent of $2,466 - $4,514 a month, according to ApartmentHomeLiving as of November 9, 2026. Advertised prices may be "net effective," meaning the special is already spread across the lease. Ask the leasing office for the base rent and any required monthly fees.
Does the EMME move-in special apply to every apartment?
The advertised terms for the EMME move-in special do not limit it to select apartments: 1 month of base rent free plus a $500 admin fee credit on 12-15 month leases if you apply within 48 hours of touring. Terms can still vary by unit, move-in date and lease length, so confirm with the leasing office that the apartment you want qualifies before you apply.
What lease length do I need for the EMME move-in special?
The EMME move-in special requires a 12- to 15-month lease, according to its advertised terms. Shorter leases usually receive a smaller concession or none at all, so confirm the lease length and the exact amount of free rent or credit with the leasing office before you sign.
What other West Loop apartments have move-in specials?
As of November 8, 2026, other West Loop apartment buildings advertising move-in specials include Ashland224 (2 months free), Fulbrix Apartments (up to 2 months free) and Coppia (up to 1.5 months free + $600). Chicago Move In Specials lists 14 other active specials in West Loop, ranked by how much free rent is offered, on the West Loop neighborhood page.
Where is EMME located?
EMME is at 165 N Desplaines St, Chicago, IL 60661, in the West Loop neighborhood of Chicago's Near West Side community area. 14 other West Loop buildings currently advertise move-in specials on Chicago Move In Specials.
Sources
- ApartmentHomeLiving: Free rent special "1 month free + $500" (last updated November 9, 2026)
- EMME official website
- Building facts: hines.com
- Building facts: yochicago.com
- Building facts: www.apartments.com
- Building facts: chicagoapartmentbuildings.com
- City of Chicago: Residential Landlord and Tenant Ordinance
More move-in specials in West Loop
| Building | Neighborhood | Special | Est. savings | Deadline | Rent |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashland224224 S Ashland Ave | 2 months free2 months free advertised. Contact leasing for terms. | ≈$5,959at lowest rent | No end date | From $2,966 | |
| Fulbrix Apartments160 N Elizabeth St | Up to 2 months freeUp to 2 months free on select floor plans. Ask for details. | ≈$4,820at lowest rent | No end date | $2,399 - $6,805 | |
| Coppia1101 W Van Buren St | Up to 1.5 months free + $600Up to 1.5 months free, a $600 move-in gift and a waived admin fee. Conditions apply. | ≈$600at lowest rent | No end date | ||
| Evo Union Park1454 W Randolph St | Up to 1.5 months free1.5 months free for move-ins by Nov 30, or 1 month free for move-ins by Dec 31. Restrictions apply. | — | Dec 31 | ||
| Luxe on Madison1222 W Madison St | Up to 6 weeks freeUp to 6 weeks free on select homes (listing headline says 1 month). Terms apply. | ≈$3,158at lowest rent | No end date | $2,279 - $3,911 | |
| Monroe Aberdeen Place1050-1060 W Monroe St | 1 month free1 month free if you move in by Nov 26 and apply the same day as your tour. | ≈$3,880at lowest rent | Nov 26 | $3,907 - $8,438 | |
| The Van Buren808 W Van Buren St | 1 month free1 month free on any home with move-in by Nov 30, 2026. Minimum lease term applies. | ≈$2,578at lowest rent | Nov 30 | $2,596 - $6,453 | |
| Catalyst123 N Desplaines St | Up to 1 month freeUp to 1 month of base rent free on select units if you apply within 48 hours of touring. | ≈$2,478at lowest rent | No end date | $2,495 - $6,938 |