Welkin Apartments

1425 Ellinwood Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60016

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Floor Plan Summary
Monthly Rent	Bedrooms	Bathrooms	Sq. Ft.
$2,115 - $5,970	Studio - 2 Beds	Studio - 2	1 - 2 Baths	1 - 2	604 - 1,348 sq. ft.

Pricing and Floor Plans

S2

$2,115 - $3,340

Studio, 1 Bath

, 623 Sq. Ft.

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1 Rental Available

Unit

Price

Sq. Ft.

Available

627

$2,115

623 Sq. Ft.

Now

A5

$2,149 - $3,584

1 Bed, 1 Bath

, 806 Sq. Ft.

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4 Rentals Available

Unit

Price

Sq. Ft.

Available

424

$2,149

806 Sq. Ft.

Now

528

$2,255

806 Sq. Ft.

12/18/25

512

$2,255

806 Sq. Ft.

2/3/26

A2

$2,169 - $3,622

1 Bed, 1 Bath

, 794 Sq. Ft.

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2 Rentals Available

Unit

Price

Sq. Ft.

Available

610

$2,169

794 Sq. Ft.

Now

333

$2,278

794 Sq. Ft.

1/2/26

A8

$2,607 - $4,204

1 Bed, 1 Bath

, 872 Sq. Ft.

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1 Rental Available

Unit

Price

Sq. Ft.

Available

608

$2,607

872 Sq. Ft.

Now

A1

$2,149 - $3,230

1 Bed, 1 Bath

, 744 Sq. Ft.

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Mar. 2

Unit

Price

Sq. Ft.

Available

514

$2,149

744 Sq. Ft.

3/2/26

New

B6

$3,240 - $5,795

2 Beds, 2 Baths

, 1,131 Sq. Ft.

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Dec. 29

Unit

Price

Sq. Ft.

Available

445

$3,240

1,131 Sq. Ft.

12/29/25

B5

$3,342 - $5,970

2 Beds, 2 Baths

, 1,348 Sq. Ft.

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Feb. 2

Unit

Price

Sq. Ft.

Available

626

$3,342

1,348 Sq. Ft.

2/2/26

B1

$2,973 - $5,328

2 Beds, 2 Baths

, 1,087 Sq. Ft.

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Feb. 9

Unit

Price

Sq. Ft.

Available

313

$2,973

1,087 Sq. Ft.

2/9/26

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.

Details

Property Information

Built in 2022
212 units / 6 stories

Fees and Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

Utilities & Essentials

One-Time Basics

Due at Application

Application Fee Per Applicant
$75 one-time

Due at Move-In

Administrative Fee
$375 one-time

Due at Move-Out

Property Fee Disclaimer Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

Property Highlights

Chrome kitchen and bathroom fixtures
Kitchen tile backsplash
Pet Friendly Homes
White quartz countertops with undermount sink
Whirlpool Dishwasher
Adventure Hall
Full-size in home washer and dryer
On-Site Management Office
Under cabinet lighting
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
Frameless glass shower doors
Outdoor Recreation Area

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

Neighborhood 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 10 transit stops within 8.2 miles. Transit options include Rosemont 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.

Local Education

Primary and Secondary Schools

Central Elementary School

Grades K-5

Public

Forest Elementary School

Grades PK-5

Public

Chippewa Middle School

Grades 6-8

Public

Iroquois Community School

Grades K-8

Public

Plato Academy

Grades PK-8

Private

Maine West High School

Grades 9-12

Public

The Camelot School

Grades 2-12

Private

Colleges and Universities

School

Commute Time (Distance)

Oakton C.C., Des Plaines

Drive: 5 min (2 mi)

Oakton C.C., Skokie Campus

Drive: 16 min (8 mi)

Roosevelt Univ., Schaumburg

Drive: 16 min (8.8 mi)

Wilbur Wright College

Drive: 17 min (10.6 mi)

About Welkin Apartments

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 an apartment community

Contact

Property Address:

1425 Ellinwood Ave,
Des Plaines, IL 60016

Phone Number: (224) 328-1489

More Information:

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Office Hours

SundayCLOSED
Monday10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Renter Reviews

For Welkin Apartments

23 Ratings & Reviews

How Is This Rating Determined?

12/1/25

Verified Renter

The entire journey from showing us the apartments to handing the keys over to us was amazing and super smooth. Tania ensured our needs be taken care of.

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Property Manager at Welkin Apartments responded to this review

Thank you for sharing your positive experience with us. We're thrilled to hear that the process was smooth and that Tania was able to assist you effectively. We appreciate your kind words and look forward to continuing to meet your needs.

Sincerely,...
The Welkin Management Team

11/25/25

Verified Renter

My experience moving in has been smooth and effortless. Tania, the building manager, was attentive and really took my apartment preferences into account throughout the process. Everything with the application was completed on time, which made things easy. Although I hadn’t seen the exact unit before moving in, the apartment was clean and well-prepared.

It’s been a week since I moved in, and the staff has been prompt in responding to maintenance requests. The amenities are excellent, and I... especially appreciate the tech features like door access and internet, which add convenience to daily life. Overall, I’m very pleased with both the apartment and the management.

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Property Manager at Welkin Apartments responded to this review

Thank you for sharing your positive experience with us. We're thrilled to hear that your move-in process was smooth and that our team was attentive to your needs. It's great to know that you're enjoying the amenities and tech features. We look... forward to continuing to provide a comfortable and convenient living environment for you.

Sincerely,
The Welkin Management Team

11/22/25

Verified Renter

we love living at Welkin! The team here is amazing, the building amenities are so fun to use & great for entertaining, and we absolutely love our apartment!

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Property Manager at Welkin Apartments responded to this review

Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience with us! It's fantastic to hear that you enjoy the amenities and feel positively about your living space. We appreciate having you as part of our community.

Sincerely,
The Welkin Management Team

9/18/25

Verified Renter

It feels very comfortable and very nice.
I’m very satisfied with how well the cleanliness is maintained here. Everything looks spotless and well cared for, which makes me feel comfortable and at ease.

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Property Manager at Welkin Apartments responded to this review

Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We're happy to hear that you find our community comfortable and well-maintained. Your satisfaction with the cleanliness is important to us, and we appreciate your kind words.

Sincerely,
The Welkin... Management Team

8/18/25

Verified Renter

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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Property Manager at Welkin Apartments responded to this review

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