Chicago vacancies with winter coming -- help!

[Joey Nakayama]

Hi BP community, any tips for filling vacancies in a market that slows down in winter? I recently wrapped up a renovation on one unit and have another with tenants leaving at the end of December. I have ads up for both (through Zillow Rental Manager and Craigslist) and haven't been getting much response. See ads here and here.

Some ideas I’ve been considering:

• Lower rent (I’ve already done this on one unit)
• Offer half off first month’s rent or some other temporary discount
• Find other channels for advertising

Suggestions and critiques on my ads are welcome!