Lakeview apartment move-in specials
Every apartment move-in special we are tracking in Lakeview, Chicago (part of the Lake View community area), ranked by how much free rent is offered. See all of Chicago →
The Lakeview apartment buildings tracked here are in Chicago’s Lake View community area, in ZIP code 60613.
Key takeaways
- As of November 9, 2026, 2 Lakeview apartment buildings are advertising a move-in special on this list.
- 2 of them offer at least one month of free rent, and none offer six weeks or more.
- 2 buildings tie for the largest advertised special, up to 1 month of free rent: Grace Street Towers and Optima Lakeview.
- Advertised rents at these buildings start at $1,700 a month.
- The typical free-rent special is about 1 month of free rent.
- 2 of these offers have a stated deadline within the next 30 days.
| Building | Neighborhood | Special | Est. savings | Deadline | Rent |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grace Street Towers635 W Grace St | 1 month free1 month free with an approved application on a 12-month lease (November 2026 offer). | ≈$1,688at lowest rent | Nov 30 | $1,700 - $2,200 | |
| Optima Lakeview3460 N Lake Shore Dr | 1 month free1 month free on 1-bedroom apartments for move-ins by Nov 30. Terms apply. | — | Nov 30 |
Lakeview move-in specials: FAQ
Are Lakeview apartments offering move-in specials right now?
Yes. As of November 9, 2026, 2 apartment buildings in Lakeview advertise a move-in special on Chicago Move In Specials. 2 of them offer at least one month of free rent. The largest is 1 month free at Grace Street Towers. Each building page shows the source and the date the offer was last updated.
What is the best move-in special in Lakeview right now?
As of November 9, 2026, the largest advertised move-in special in Lakeview is 1 month free at Grace Street Towers, 635 W Grace St. 1 month free with an approved application on a 12-month lease (November 2026 offer). Confirm the current terms with the leasing office before applying.
How many Lakeview apartments offer at least one month free?
2 of the 2 Lakeview apartment buildings with move-in specials offer at least one month of free rent as of November 9, 2026, including Grace Street Towers and Optima Lakeview. Each building page on Chicago Move In Specials lists the full terms, deadline and lease requirements.
What kinds of move-in specials do Lakeview apartments offer?
Of the 2 Lakeview apartment buildings with move-in specials on Chicago Move In Specials as of November 9, 2026, 2 offer free rent. Free rent is usually stated in weeks or months, while credits are a fixed dollar amount taken off rent. Filter the citywide list by type to compare offers.
Which Lakeview move-in specials end soon?
As of November 9, 2026, 2 Lakeview move-in specials have a stated deadline in the next 30 days: Grace Street Towers (Nov 30) and Optima Lakeview (Nov 30). Specials drop off the list automatically after their deadline.
What Chicago community area is Lakeview in?
The Lakeview apartment buildings on Chicago Move In Specials are in Chicago's Lake View community area, part of the 77 official community areas the City of Chicago uses for planning and data. "Lakeview" is a neighborhood name commonly used by renters and leasing offices rather than an official boundary.
How much do Lakeview apartments with move-in specials cost?
Advertised starting rents at Lakeview buildings with move-in specials range from $1,700 to $1,700 a month as of November 9, 2026. These prices come from each building's source listing and may be "net effective," meaning the special is already spread across the lease. Check each building page for its full advertised range.