Welkin Apartments1425 Ellinwood St., Des Plaines, IL 60016

Welkin Apartments is a striking, mixed-use community completed in 2023 in the heart of Downtown Des Plaines, bringing modern, upscale living to one of Chicago's most transit-connected suburbs just 20 miles northwest of the city.

Location & Connectivity

Situated at 1425 Ellinwood St. in Des Plaines, Illinois, Welkin places residents on a street that has anchored commerce in the city since the 1870s. The surrounding downtown is highly walkable, earning a Walk Score of 89, with shopping centers, dining, and everyday conveniences all within a short stroll.

For commuters, the location is exceptional. The Des Plaines Metra station on the Union Pacific Northwest Line is roughly a three-minute walk away, with direct service to Ogilvie Transportation Center in Downtown Chicago in approximately 25 to 30 minutes. Chicago O'Hare International Airport is about 6 miles away by car, and Chicago Midway International Airport is roughly 22 miles away. The Pace Pulse rapid transit line on Dempster Street also provides connectivity toward Evanston and O'Hare.

The Living Experience

Welkin's 212 residences span studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans, ranging from approximately 604 to 1,348 square feet, with open-concept layouts, modern kitchens, and in-unit laundry. The building also includes 10,682 square feet of ground-floor retail, with a restaurant and a U.S. Post Office among the on-site tenants.

Community amenities are thoughtfully layered across the building. A third-floor courtyard features a resort-style outdoor pool, grilling stations, and a clubroom, while a dedicated fitness center, yoga and spin studio, and work-from-home spaces serve residents' daily routines. On the seventh floor, the exclusive Lookout Point lounge offers a full kitchen, dining area, and outdoor seating with elevated views. A dog run and dog grooming facility round out the pet-friendly offerings, and a private parking garage provides secure on-site parking.

Furnished Corporate Housing at Welkin Apartments

Suite Home offers fully furnished, move-in-ready apartments at Welkin Apartments, designed for professionals on project-based assignments, corporate relocations, and extended stays. Each Suite Home residence arrives complete with stylish furnishings, a fully equipped kitchen, quality linens, and high-speed internet, so settling in is effortless from day one. Flexible lease terms make it easy to stay as long as the assignment requires, with all the comforts of home in one of Des Plaines' most vibrant new addresses.