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Pricing and Floor Plans
S1
$2,189 - $3,159
Studio, 1 Bath
, 604 Sq. Ft.
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1 Rental Available
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
435
$2,189
604 Sq. Ft.
Now
S2
$2,245 - $3,241
Studio, 1 Bath
, 623 Sq. Ft.
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Oct. 31
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
627
$2,245
623 Sq. Ft.
10/31/25
A2
$2,271 - $3,346
1 Bed, 1 Bath
, 794 Sq. Ft.
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5 Rentals Available
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
633
$2,301
794 Sq. Ft.
Now
618
$2,291
794 Sq. Ft.
Now
418
$2,271
794 Sq. Ft.
10/2/25
A5
$2,293 - $3,371
1 Bed, 1 Bath
, 806 Sq. Ft.
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3 Rentals Available
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
324
$2,328
806 Sq. Ft.
Now
628
$2,313
806 Sq. Ft.
9/27/25
424
$2,293
806 Sq. Ft.
10/29/25
A1
$2,197 - $3,188
1 Bed, 1 Bath
, 744 Sq. Ft.
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Sep. 10
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
515
$2,197
744 Sq. Ft.
9/10/25
517
$2,197
744 Sq. Ft.
10/14/25
A3
$2,246 - $3,261
1 Bed, 1 Bath
, 794 Sq. Ft.
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1 Rental Available
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
432
$2,246
794 Sq. Ft.
Now
A7
$2,835 - $4,114
1 Bed, 1 Bath
, 821 Sq. Ft.
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1 Rental Available
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
342
$2,835
821 Sq. Ft.
Now
New
A4
$2,361 - $3,136
1 Bed, 1 Bath
, 897 Sq. Ft.
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Nov. 11
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
737
$2,361
897 Sq. Ft.
11/11/25
New
B8
$3,721 - $5,814
2 Beds, 2 Baths
, 1,160 Sq. Ft.
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Nov. 9
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
736
$3,721
1,160 Sq. Ft.
11/9/25
New
* Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice. * Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.
* Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice. * Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.
* Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice. * Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.
* Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice. * Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
One-Time Move-In Fees
Administrative Fee
$375
Application Fee
$75
Cats Allowed
Monthly Pet Rent
$5
One Time Fee
$400
Pet Limit
2
Dogs Allowed
Monthly Pet Rent
$5
One Time Fee
$400
Pet Limit
2
Parking
Garage
$150 - $275/mo
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Property Highlights
Once a destination for short Chicago getaways, Welkin is now a destination for everyday living. A relaxed lifestyle honors its heritage, while tasteful touches meet today's modern demands. All in a convenient location within the neighborhood, just steps from Chicagoland via train. Welkin brings a fresh luxury rental experience to Des Plaines offering studio, 1 & 2 bedroom apartment homes.
Whirlpool Dishwasher
Outdoor Recreation Area
Bike Garage: Covered Bike Room
Private balcony or patio
Stainless steel Whirlpool appliances
Modern nickel and wood tone cabinetry
Steps from Metra
Work Outposts
Walk-in closets in most studios & 1-bedrooms
Wood style flooring in living areas
Yoga Studio
Adventure Hall
Full-size in home washer and dryer
On-Site Management Office
Under cabinet lighting
Chrome kitchen and bathroom fixtures
Kitchen tile backsplash
Pet Friendly Homes
White quartz countertops with undermount sink
Frameless glass shower doors
Apartment Features
Balcony
Dishwasher
Kitchen
Office
Patio
Quartz Countertops
Walk-In Closets
Community Features
Business Center
Fitness Center
Garages
Gas Range
Maintenance on site
Package Service
Spa
Area Scores
Walk Score ®
Walker's Paradise90 / 100
Transit Score ®
Good Transit50 / 100
Bike Score ®
Bikeable58 / 100
Soundscore ™
Busy66 / 100
Transit
Commuter Rail
Des Plaines Station
1 min Drive
Commuter Rail
Cumberland Station
6 min Drive
Airport
Chicago O'Hare International
11 min Drive
Airport
Chicago Midway International
40 min Drive
Moving to Des Plaines/Arlington Hts Corridor, Des Plaines, IL
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate Welkin Apartments proximity to Metropolitan Square, Library Plaza, and Rand River Center. Metropolitan Square is 0.2 miles away, and Library Plaza is within a 4 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 50, Welkin Apartments has good transit, including 2 transit stops within 2.3 miles. Transit options include Des Plaines Station and Cumberland Station.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near Welkin Apartments are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 4.3 miles, including Big Bend Lake, Wildwood Nature Center, and Chippewa Woods / Axehead Lake.
Airports
Living in Des Plaines/Arlington Hts Corridor provides easy access to Chicago O'Hare International, located just 11 minutes from Welkin Apartments. Another nearby airport is Chicago Midway International, located 21.9 miles away.
Property Details
Once a destination for short Chicago getaways, Welkin is now a destination for everyday living. A relaxed lifestyle honors its heritage, while tasteful touches meet today's modern demands. All in a convenient location within the neighborhood, just... steps from Chicagoland via train. Welkin brings a fresh luxury rental experience to Des Plaines offering studio, 1 & 2 bedroom apartment homes.
Once a destination for short Chicago getaways, Welkin is now a destination for everyday living. A relaxed lifestyle honors its heritage, while tasteful touches meet today's modern demands. All in a convenient location within the neighborhood, just steps from Chicagoland via train. Welkin brings a fresh luxury rental experience to Des Plaines offering studio, 1 & 2 bedroom apartment homes.
Welkin Apartments is located in Des Plaines, IL in the 60016 zip code.
Contact
Property Address: 1425 Ellinwood Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60016
Room and facilities/amenities are always well maintained. Staff does a great job with everything. Communication is very quick and clear whenever there is an issue anywhere in the building
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We're pleased that you appreciate our well-maintained spaces and effective communication. It's wonderful to know that our efforts are making a difference in your experience.
Sincerely, The Welkin Management Team
8/10/25
Verified Renter
I have been at Welkin for more than two years and have always found the building to be well-maintained, the staff responsive, and the people pleasant and respectful.
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Property Manager at Welkin Apartments responded to this review
Hi, it's wonderful that you find our community well-maintained and our team responsive. We appreciate having you as part of our community and look forward to continuing to provide a pleasant environment.
Sincerely, The Welkin Management Team
7/4/25
Verified Renter
Just moved in and everything's been great so far. Tania has been awesome—super helpful and made the whole process easy. Everyone had been very friendly. My family and I are excited to be here!
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7/2/25
Verified Renter
Staff is great! Building and amenities always make me feel like I am at a hotel which I love! Staff’s response time is amazing! Really great sense of community here.
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6/29/25
Verified Renter
Great community with friendly neighbors and helpful staff. There are always people around the awesome amenities and plenty of events put on by the staff.
