The Elle
As of November 9, 2026, The Elle (801 S Financial Pl, South Loop) advertises $2,000 off first month. The stated deadline is December 15, 2026. Advertised rent: $2,069 - $6,605 a month.
The Elle is a 34-story, 496-unit apartment building completed in 2017 at 801 S Financial Pl in South Loop, part of Chicago's Loop community area. It is managed by Waterton. Pet policy: Cats and dogs allowed, max 2 (dog breed restrictions). The nearest CTA “L” station is LaSalle (Blue Line), about 0.3 miles away.
$2,000 off the first month if you lease within 24 hours and move in by Dec 15.
- Deadline
- Dec 15, 2026
- Est. savings
- ≈$2,000
- Updated
- Nov 9, 2026
For amenities, unit count, floors and year built, see the full The Elle profile on ChicagoApartmentBuildings.com, a Chicago apartment building directory also run by Joe Bjorklund.
Special history
| Special | Type | First seen | Last updated | Status | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $2,000 off first month | Rent credit | Nov 9, 2026 | Nov 9, 2026 | Active | ApartmentHomeLiving |
| $2,000 off first month | Rent credit | Nov 8, 2026 | Nov 9, 2026 | Ended Nov 9, 2026 | ApartmentHomeLiving |
The Elle: FAQ
Does The Elle have a move-in special right now?
Yes. As of November 9, 2026, The Elle at 801 S Financial Pl in South Loop, Chicago advertises $2,000 off first month. $2,000 off the first month if you lease within 24 hours and move in by Dec 15. The offer was found on ApartmentHomeLiving; confirm the terms with the leasing office before applying.
When does the The Elle move-in special end?
The The Elle move-in special has a stated deadline of December 15, 2026. After that date it is removed from the main list on Chicago Move In Specials and kept in the building's special history. Buildings can end or change offers early, so confirm with the leasing office.
How much is rent at The Elle?
The Elle advertises rent of $2,069 - $6,605 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 The Elle move-in special apply to every apartment?
The advertised terms for the The Elle move-in special do not limit it to select apartments: $2,000 off the first month if you lease within 24 hours and move in by Dec 15. 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 The Elle move-in special?
The advertised terms for the The Elle move-in special do not state a required lease length. Free-rent specials often depend on lease length, with shorter leases receiving less, so ask the leasing office for the minimum lease term and the exact concession before you apply.
What other South Loop apartments have move-in specials?
As of November 9, 2026, other South Loop apartment buildings advertising move-in specials include 1000M (up to 1.5 months free), Sentral Michigan Avenue (up to 6 weeks free) and 626 on the Park (1 month free). Chicago Move In Specials lists 11 other active specials in South Loop, ranked by how much free rent is offered, on the South Loop neighborhood page.
Where is The Elle located?
The Elle is at 801 S Financial Pl, Chicago, IL 60605, in the South Loop neighborhood of Chicago's Loop community area. 11 other South Loop buildings currently advertise move-in specials on Chicago Move In Specials.
Sources
- ApartmentHomeLiving: Rent credit special "$2,000 off first month" (last updated November 9, 2026)
- The Elle official website
- Building facts: www.jll.com
- Building facts: yochicago.com
- Building facts: apartments.com
- Building facts: chicagoapartmentbuildings.com
- City of Chicago: Residential Landlord and Tenant Ordinance
More move-in specials in South Loop
| Building | Neighborhood | Special | Est. savings | Deadline | Rent |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1000M1000 S Michigan Ave | Up to 1.5 months freeUp to 1.5 months free on select apartments when you lease today. Contact the leasing office for details. | ≈$3,447at lowest rent | No end date | $2,296 - $10,428 | |
| Sentral Michigan Avenue808 S Michigan Ave | Up to 6 weeks freeUp to 6 weeks free, plus a look-and-lease special if you apply within 48 hours of touring. | ≈$3,176at lowest rent | No end date | $2,292 - $13,141 | |
| 626 on the Park626 S Wabash Ave | 1 month free1 month free advertised at this new South Loop building. Contact leasing for terms. | ≈$2,283at lowest rent | No end date | From $2,299 | |
| Arrive LEX2138 S Indiana Ave | 1 month free1 month free on select units with 12+ month leases if you move in by Nov 15. | ≈$2,283at lowest rent | Nov 15 | $2,299 - $4,889 | |
| NEMA Chicago1210 S Indiana Ave | Up to 1 month freeUp to 1 month free on select units, plus a $500-$1,000 admin fee credit if you apply within 48 hours of touring. | ≈$2,232at lowest rent | No end date | $2,248 - $8,043 | |
| River City Apartments800 S Wells St | 1 month free1 month free plus a reduced $400 admin fee on 10-18 month leases if you apply within 48 hours. | ≈$2,216at lowest rent | No end date | $2,231 - $4,850 | |
| The Grand Central221 W Harrison St | 1 month free1 month free when you sign today. Restrictions apply. | ≈$2,075at lowest rent | No end date | $2,089 - $5,710 | |
| 1001 South State1001 S State St | Up to 2 weeks freeUp to half a month of base rent free. Minimum lease term applies. | ≈$1,125at lowest rent | No end date | $2,214 - $10,848 |