West Town apartment move-in specials
Every apartment move-in special we are tracking in West Town, Chicago (part of the West Town community area), ranked by how much free rent is offered. See all of Chicago →
The West Town apartment buildings tracked here are in Chicago’s West Town community area, in ZIP code 60642. CTA “L” stations near these buildings include Chicago/Milwaukee (Blue).
Key takeaways
- As of November 9, 2026, 3 West Town apartment buildings are advertising a move-in special on this list.
- 3 of them offer at least one month of free rent, and 2 offer six weeks or more.
- 2 buildings tie for the largest advertised special, up to 1.5 months of free rent: 465 Carpenter and Inspire West Town.
- Advertised starting rents at these buildings range from $2,186 to $2,350 a month.
- The typical free-rent special is about 1.5 months of free rent.
- 1 of these offers has a stated deadline within the next 30 days.
| Building | Neighborhood | Special | Est. savings | Deadline | Rent |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 465 Carpenter465 N Carpenter St | Up to 1.5 months freeFor new residents on qualifying lease terms. | ≈$3,528at lowest rent | No end date | $2,350 - $5,290 | |
| Inspire West Town670 N May St | Up to 1.5 months freeLease starting by Nov 30: 1 month free on a 7-month lease, or 1.5 months free on a 15-18 month lease. | ≈$3,282at lowest rent | Nov 30 | $2,186 - $5,000 | |
| Westerly740 N Aberdeen St | 1 month freeContact leasing for terms. | ≈$2,320at lowest rent | No end date | From $2,336 |
West Town move-in specials: FAQ
Are West Town apartments offering move-in specials right now?
Yes. As of November 9, 2026, 3 apartment buildings in West Town advertise a move-in special on Chicago Move In Specials. 3 of them offer at least one month of free rent. The largest is up to 1.5 months free at 465 Carpenter. Each building page shows the source and the date the offer was last updated.
What is the best move-in special in West Town right now?
As of November 9, 2026, the largest advertised move-in special in West Town is up to 1.5 months free at 465 Carpenter, 465 N Carpenter St. Up to 1.5 months free for new residents on qualifying lease terms. Confirm the current terms with the leasing office before applying.
How many West Town apartments offer at least one month free?
3 of the 3 West Town apartment buildings with move-in specials offer at least one month of free rent as of November 9, 2026, including 465 Carpenter, Inspire West Town and Westerly. 2 offer six weeks or more. Each building page on Chicago Move In Specials lists the full terms, deadline and lease requirements.
What kinds of move-in specials do West Town apartments offer?
Of the 3 West Town apartment buildings with move-in specials on Chicago Move In Specials as of November 9, 2026, 3 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 West Town move-in specials end soon?
As of November 9, 2026, 1 West Town move-in special has a stated deadline in the next 30 days: Inspire West Town (Nov 30). 2 other West Town specials have no stated end date. Specials drop off the list automatically after their deadline.
What Chicago community area is West Town in?
The West Town apartment buildings on Chicago Move In Specials are in Chicago's West Town community area, part of the 77 official community areas the City of Chicago uses for planning and data. "West Town" is a neighborhood name commonly used by renters and leasing offices rather than an official boundary.
How much do West Town apartments with move-in specials cost?
Advertised starting rents at West Town buildings with move-in specials range from $2,186 to $2,350 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.