The Element

1550 W Dempster St, Mount Prospect, IL 60056

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Monthly Rent: $1,395 - $2,500; View Fees and Policies
Bedrooms: 1 - 31 - 3 Beds
Bathrooms: 1 - 21 - 2 Baths
Sq. Ft.: 650 - 1,800 sq ft

Pricing and Floor Plans

1 Bed 1 Bath Alpine Remodel

$1,535

1 Bed, 1 Bath

, 850 Sq. Ft.

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5 Available Units

Unit

Price

Sq. Ft.

Available

A5-311

$1,535

850 Sq. Ft.

Sep. 19

A6-212

$1,535

850 Sq. Ft.

Sep. 21

A2-307

$1,535

850 Sq. Ft.

Sep. 23

1 Bed 1 Bath Cottonwood B Select LTD

$1,395

1 Bed, 1 Bath

, 700 Sq. Ft.

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4 Available Units

Unit

Price

Sq. Ft.

Available

M19-M19A

$1,395

700 Sq. Ft.

Now

M18-M18B

$1,395

700 Sq. Ft.

Now

M17-M17B

$1,395

700 Sq. Ft.

Now

M14-M14C

$1,395

700 Sq. Ft.

Now

1 Bed 1 Bath Cottonwood B Select

$1,425

1 Bed, 1 Bath

, 700 Sq. Ft.

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4 Available Units

Unit

Price

Sq. Ft.

Available

M12-M12C

$1,425

700 Sq. Ft.

Now

M14-M14A

$1,425

700 Sq. Ft.

Now

M14-M14D

$1,425

700 Sq. Ft.

Now

M05-M05A

$1,425

700 Sq. Ft.

Oct. 7

1 Bed 1 Bath Alpine Select

$1,595

1 Bed, 1 Bath

, 850 Sq. Ft.

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4 Available Units

Unit

Price

Sq. Ft.

Available

A7-111

$1,595

850 Sq. Ft.

Now

A1-206

$1,595

850 Sq. Ft.

Now

A6-106

$1,595

850 Sq. Ft.

Sep. 21

A3-105

$1,595

850 Sq. Ft.

Nov. 11

1 Bed 1 Bath Cottonwood A Renovated

$1,410

1 Bed, 1 Bath

, 650 Sq. Ft.

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2 Available Units

Unit

Price

Sq. Ft.

Available

M04-M04D

$1,410

650 Sq. Ft.

Now

M02-M02C

$1,410

650 Sq. Ft.

Now

1 Bed 1 Bath Cottonwood A Select

$1,435

1 Bed, 1 Bath

, 650 Sq. Ft.

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2 Available Units

Unit

Price

Sq. Ft.

Available

M06-M06C

$1,435

650 Sq. Ft.

Now

M07-M07C

$1,435

650 Sq. Ft.

Now

1 Bed 1 Bath Cottonwood B Remodel

$1,440

1 Bed, 1 Bath

, 700 Sq. Ft.

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2 Available Units

Unit

Price

Sq. Ft.

Available

M15-M15B

$1,440

700 Sq. Ft.

Now

M15-M15A

$1,440

700 Sq. Ft.

Now

1 Bed 1 Bath Cottonwood B Renovated

$1,440

1 Bed, 1 Bath

, 700 Sq. Ft.

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1 Available Unit

Unit

Price

Sq. Ft.

Available

M04-M04A

$1,440

700 Sq. Ft.

Sep. 30

2 Bed 1 Bath Cottonwood Select

$1,570

2 Beds, 1 Bath

, 850 Sq. Ft.

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4 Available Units

Unit

Price

Sq. Ft.

Available

M08-M08M

$1,570

850 Sq. Ft.

Now

M16-M16J

$1,570

850 Sq. Ft.

Sep. 18

M10-M10H

$1,570

850 Sq. Ft.

Oct. 14

M10-M10E

$1,570

850 Sq. Ft.

Oct. 30

2 Bed 2 Bath Alpine Select

$2,010

2 Beds, 2 Baths

, 1,500 Sq. Ft.

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3 Available Units

Unit

Price

Sq. Ft.

Available

A5-109

$2,010

1,500 Sq. Ft.

Now

A3-310

$2,010

1,500 Sq. Ft.

Now

A2-303

$2,010

1,500 Sq. Ft.

Sep. 27

2 Bed 1 Bath Cottonwood Remodel

$1,595

2 Beds, 1 Bath

, 850 Sq. Ft.

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1 Available Unit

Unit

Price

Sq. Ft.

Available

M06-M06J

$1,595

850 Sq. Ft.

Oct. 11

3 Bed 1.5 Bath Townhouse Renovated

$2,500

3 Beds, 1.5 Baths

, 1,800 Sq. Ft.

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1 Available Unit

Unit

Price

Sq. Ft.

Available

R-R1535

$2,500

1,800 Sq. Ft.

Sep. 30

* Price shown is total price based on community-supplied monthly required fees. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. 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

Lease Term Options

1 - 15 Month Leases

Property Information

Built in 1968
509 units3 stories

Fees & Policies

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

Utilities & Essentials

Building & Facility Fee

$90 - $125 / mo

One-Time Basics

Due at Application

Application Fee Per Applicant

$60

Due at Move-In

Move-In Fee

$250
Administration Fee

$250

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.

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Drive Time

Walk Time

Bike Ride Time

Public Transit

Property Highlights

24-Hour Emergency Maintenance
Additional Storage
Controlled Access Entry
Dining Area
Dishwasher (Select Units)
Game Room
Laminate Countertops
Laminate Flooring
Modern Fixtures
Oak Cabinets
Online Maintenance Requests
Online Rent Payments
On-Site Maintenance
On-Site Management
Pet-Friendly
Private Balcony/Patio
Resident Events
Resident Lounge
Storage Units/Lockers Available
Surface Lot Parking
Tile Bathtub Surround
Tub/Shower Combination
Vinyl Plank Flooring
Walk-In Closet
Walking Paths or Trails Nearby
Wall AC
White Cabinets
Yoga Studio

Apartment Features

Air Conditioning
Dishwasher
Linen Closet
Microwave
Range
Refrigerator
Storage Space
Window Coverings

Community Features

Business Center
Clubhouse
Controlled Access
Dog Park
Elevator
Fitness Center
Gameroom
Income Restricted
Laundry Facilities
Lounge
Maintenance on site
Pool
Walking/Biking Trails

Map of The Element

Area Scores

Walkability

Moderately walkable

Transit

Limited public transit

Driveability

Exceptionally drivable

Bikeability

Moderately bikeable

Scores provided by

Soundscore

Active

Scores provided by

Transit

Commuter Rail

6 min Drive

Commuter Rail

6 min Drive

Airport

Chicago O'Hare International

16 min Drive

Airport

Chicago Midway International

41 min Drive

Moving to Des Plaines/Arlington Hts Corridor, Mount Prospect, IL

Shopping Centers

Shoppers will appreciate The Element proximity to Affiliated Plaza, United Plaza, and Crystal Court Shopping Center. Affiliated Plaza is 0.1 miles away, and United Plaza is within a 4 minute walk.

Commuting

With a TransitScore of 30, The Element has limited public transit, including 9 transit stops within 9.6 miles. Transit options include Rosemont Station and Cumberland Station.

Parks and Recreation

Recreational activities near The Element are plentiful. Discover 2 parks within 3.9 miles, including Ned Brown / Busse Woods Preserve and Busse Lake / Busse Woods South.

Airports

Living in Des Plaines/Arlington Hts Corridor provides easy access to Chicago O'Hare International, located just 15 minutes from The Element. Another nearby airport is Chicago Midway International, located 26 miles away.

Local Education

Primary and Secondary Schools

Robert Frost Elementary School

Grades K-5

Public

Juliette Low Elementary School

Grades K-5

Public

Arlington Montessori School

Grades PK-5

Private

Westbrook Early Learning Center

Grades PK-5

Public

Holmes Jr High School

Grades 6-8

Public

Friendship Jr High School

Grades 6-8

Public

Science Academy of Chicago

Grades K-8

Private

Prospect High School

Grades 9-12

Public

Northwest Educational Council For Student Success

Grades 9-12

Public

Metropolitan Preparatory Schools

Grades K-12

Private

Colleges and Universities

School	Commute Time (Distance)
Roosevelt Univ., Schaumburg	Drive: 9 min (4.8 mi)
Oakton C.C., Des Plaines	Drive: 11 min (5.6 mi)
Harper College	Drive: 13 min (6.9 mi)
Elmhurst University	Drive: 20 min (10.8 mi)

About The Element

The Element offers spacious one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartment homes in a prime Mount Prospect location near major employers, retail, and everyday conveniences. Each home features generous floor plans with classic layouts, townhome-style options… , and plenty of room to relax and unwind. Residents can enjoy a full collection of community amenities, including a fitness center, swimming pool, yoga studio, business center, game room, and on-site laundry facilities. With quick access to I-90, I-290, O’Hare International Airport, the Mount Prospect Metra Station, and the Elk Grove Village Business Park, The Element connects you to some of the strongest employment hubs in the northwest suburbs. Discover comfortable living in a highly accessible location. Contact our leasing team today for availability and to schedule your tour!

The Element offers spacious one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartment homes in a prime Mount Prospect location near major employers, retail, and everyday conveniences. Each home features generous floor plans with classic layouts, townhome-style options, and plenty of room to relax and unwind. Residents can enjoy a full collection of community amenities, including a fitness center, swimming pool, yoga studio, business center, game room, and on-site laundry facilities. With quick access to I-90, I-290, O’Hare International Airport, the Mount Prospect Metra Station, and the Elk Grove Village Business Park, The Element connects you to some of the strongest employment hubs in the northwest suburbs. Discover comfortable living in a highly accessible location. Contact our leasing team today for availability and to schedule your tour!

The Element is an apartment community in Mount Prospect, IL

Contact

Property Address:

1550 W Dempster St,
Mount Prospect, IL 60056

Phone Number: (224) 347-6845

More Information:

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Office Hours

Sunday Closed
Monday 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Tuesday 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Wednesday 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Thursday 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Friday 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Saturday 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Renter Reviews

For The Element

2.3

19 Ratings & Reviews

11/7/25

Roaches, Bugs, Crime, Unhelpful Staff

There will be all kinds of roaches and bugs in your carpet, and management will not bother to return your calls. Jared Marnstein is probably the worst property manager in the state - he is fat and ugly, and he refuses to do anything to help the property's residents. PLEASE STEER CLEAR.

Review from Apartments.com

13 People Found This Helpful
12/14/24

Misrepresentation

The actual apartment looks nothing like the photos so don't waste your time like I wasted mine. The colors are different and the paint job is horrific and no backsplash tile in kitchen.

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13 People Found This Helpful

Property Manager at The Element responded to this review

Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We apologize for any discrepancies you encountered between the photos and the actual apartment. We strive to maintain the highest standards of quality and aesthetics, and your feedback is invaluable in… helping us improve. Our team is currently reviewing the issues you've highlighted, including the paint job and the absence of backsplash tiles in the kitchen. We are committed to addressing these concerns promptly. Please feel free to reach out to our management team directly so we can discuss your experience further and work towards a satisfactory resolution. We appreciate your patience and understanding, and we are dedicated to ensuring a better living experience for all our residents.

Best Regards,
The Element
6/20/24

Don't Move Here

The units on Cottonwood are old and poorly constructed. There is no sound barrier between your units and your neighbors and you will hear everything. The outside of the building is covered in cigarette butts and dog poop and current management does a very poor job keeping the place clean. I'm so happy to be out of this dump. Save yourself money and stress and find somewhere else to live.

Review from Apartments.com

12 People Found This Helpful
4/17/24

Stay far from here

One of the horrible places to enter and move in. please read the reviews befor filling out their application. They took around 400 just for application.they consider several people for a building, accept one person and pocket 400 dollars from other people.and they didn't answer our phone enough to eat this money.

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13 People Found This Helpful
4/17/24

Horrible

This place is a mess. the halls smell gross, there’s roaches in the units. They don’t care to solve the issue, the images of the apartments look nothing to what they are in person. horrible paint job. They paint over everything and leave paint drops everywhere. tiles are terrible so many gaps. closet doors suck, they came damaged, sliding isnt smooth whats so ever. Don't waste your time here.

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13 People Found This Helpful

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Pricing and Floor Plans

1 Bed 1 Bath Alpine Remodel

1 Bed 1 Bath Cottonwood B Select LTD

1 Bed 1 Bath Cottonwood B Select

1 Bed 1 Bath Alpine Select

1 Bed 1 Bath Cottonwood A Renovated

1 Bed 1 Bath Cottonwood A Select

1 Bed 1 Bath Cottonwood B Remodel

1 Bed 1 Bath Cottonwood B Renovated

2 Bed 1 Bath Cottonwood Select

2 Bed 2 Bath Alpine Select

2 Bed 1 Bath Cottonwood Remodel

3 Bed 1.5 Bath Townhouse Renovated

Details

Lease Term Options

Property Information

Fees & Policies

Utilities & Essentials

One-Time Basics

Due at Application

Due at Move-In

Dogs Allowed

Cats Allowed

Other Pets Allowed

Comments

Pet Fees

Storage Unit

Matterport 3D Tours

Explore Commute Options

Property Highlights

Apartment Features

Community Features

Map of The Element

Area Scores

Transit

Moving to Des Plaines/Arlington Hts Corridor, Mount Prospect, IL

Shopping Centers

Commuting

Parks and Recreation

Airports

Local Education

Primary and Secondary Schools

Colleges and Universities

About The Element

Contact

Renter Reviews

Roaches, Bugs, Crime, Unhelpful Staff

Misrepresentation

Don't Move Here

Stay far from here

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