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1550 W Dempster St, Mount Prospect, IL 60056
(224) 412-4470
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The Element

1550 W Dempster St
Mount Prospect, IL 60056
(224) 412-4470
The Element in Mount Prospect, IL - Building Photo
  • 1–3 Bedrooms
  • $1,415-$2,475Pricing
  • 650–1,800Square Feet

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 is located in the Des Plaines Arlington Hts Corridor Neighborhood and 60056 Zip code of Mount Prospect, IL. This community is professionally managed by Bender Companies

Unique Features and Amenities

  • 24-Hour Emergency Maintenance
  • Additional Storage
  • Controlled Access Entry
  • Dining Area
  • 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
  • Tile Flooring
  • Tub/Shower Combination
  • Vinyl Plank Flooring
  • Walk-in Closet
  • Walking Paths or Trails Nearby
  • Wall AC
  • White Cabinets
  • Yoga Studio

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Floorplan Pricing and Availability

The Element offers 1 to 3 Bedroom apartments starting from $1,415 and having 650–1,800 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

  • 1 Bedroom

    1 Bed 1 Bath Alpine

    $1,415

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 850 sq ft
    Available Now
    Cheapest 1 BedroomThis is the cheapest 1 Bedroom at this Property

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDepositView Details
    $1,415Available NowA2-102850$500
    $1,415Available NowA2-101850$500

    Model Amenities and Features

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Living Space

    • Linen Closet
    • Window Coverings

    Unique Features

    • Dining Area
    • Laminate Countertops
    • Oak Cabinets
    • Private Balcony/Patio
    • Tile Bathtub Surround
    • Tile Flooring
    • Tub/Shower Combination
    • Wall AC

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price

    • $1,415

    Deposit

    • $500 deposit

    Unit A2-102 Amenities and Features

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Living Space

    • Linen Closet
    • Window Coverings

    Unique Features

    • Dining Area
    • Laminate Countertops
    • Oak Cabinets
    • Private Balcony/Patio
    • Tile Bathtub Surround
    • Tile Flooring
    • Tub/Shower Combination
    • Wall AC

    Unit A2-102 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,415

    Deposit

    • $500 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,415

    Unit A2-101 Amenities and Features

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Living Space

    • Linen Closet
    • Window Coverings

    Unique Features

    • Dining Area
    • Laminate Countertops
    • Oak Cabinets
    • Private Balcony/Patio
    • Tile Bathtub Surround
    • Tile Flooring
    • Tub/Shower Combination
    • Wall AC

    Unit A2-101 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,415

    Deposit

    • $500 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,415

    1 Bed 1 Bath Cottonwood A Renovated

    $1,445

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 650 sq ft
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDeposit
    $1,445Available NowM03-M03D650$500

    Unit M03-M03D Amenities and Features

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Kitchen Countertops

    • Laminate Countertops

    Living Space

    • Linen Closet
    • Window Coverings

    Unique Features

    • Modern Fixtures
    • Tile Bathtub Surround
    • Tub/Shower Combination
    • Vinyl Plank Flooring
    • Wall AC
    • White Cabinets

    Unit M03-M03D Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,445

    Deposit

    • $500 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,445

    1 Bed 1 Bath Cottonwood B Renovated

    $1,495

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 700 sq ft
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDepositView Details
    $1,495Available NowM02-M02B700$500
    $1,495Available NowM12-M12C700$500

    Model Amenities and Features

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Living Space

    • Linen Closet
    • Window Coverings

    Unique Features

    • Laminate Countertops
    • Modern Fixtures
    • Tile Bathtub Surround
    • Tub/Shower Combination
    • Vinyl Plank Flooring
    • Wall AC
    • White Cabinets

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price

    • $1,495

    Deposit

    • $500 deposit

    Unit M02-M02B Amenities and Features

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Kitchen Countertops

    • Laminate Countertops

    Living Space

    • Linen Closet
    • Window Coverings

    Unique Features

    • Modern Fixtures
    • Tile Bathtub Surround
    • Tub/Shower Combination
    • Vinyl Plank Flooring
    • Wall AC
    • White Cabinets

    Unit M02-M02B Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,495

    Deposit

    • $500 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,495

    Unit M12-M12C Amenities and Features

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Living Space

    • Linen Closet
    • Window Coverings

    Unique Features

    • Laminate Countertops
    • Modern Fixtures
    • Tile Bathtub Surround
    • Tub/Shower Combination
    • Vinyl Plank Flooring
    • Wall AC
    • White Cabinets

    Unit M12-M12C Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,495

    Deposit

    • $500 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,495

    1 Bed 1 Bath Alpine Remodel

    $1,525

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 850 sq ft
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDepositView Details
    $1,525Available NowA6-207850$500
    $1,525Available NowA6-311850$500
    $1,525Available NowA7-206850$500

    Model Amenities and Features

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Living Space

    • Linen Closet
    • Window Coverings

    Unique Features

    • Dining Area
    • Laminate Countertops
    • Laminate Flooring
    • Oak Cabinets
    • Private Balcony/Patio
    • Tile Bathtub Surround
    • Tub/Shower Combination
    • Wall AC

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price

    • $1,525

    Deposit

    • $500 deposit

    Unit A6-207 Amenities and Features

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Living Space

    • Linen Closet
    • Window Coverings

    Unique Features

    • Dining Area
    • Laminate Countertops
    • Laminate Flooring
    • Oak Cabinets
    • Private Balcony/Patio
    • Tile Bathtub Surround
    • Tub/Shower Combination
    • Wall AC

    Unit A6-207 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,525

    Deposit

    • $500 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,525

    Unit A6-311 Amenities and Features

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Living Space

    • Linen Closet
    • Window Coverings

    Unique Features

    • Dining Area
    • Laminate Countertops
    • Laminate Flooring
    • Oak Cabinets
    • Private Balcony/Patio
    • Tile Bathtub Surround
    • Tub/Shower Combination
    • Wall AC

    Unit A6-311 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,525

    Deposit

    • $500 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,525

    Unit A7-206 Amenities and Features

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Living Space

    • Linen Closet
    • Window Coverings

    Unique Features

    • Dining Area
    • Laminate Countertops
    • Laminate Flooring
    • Oak Cabinets
    • Private Balcony/Patio
    • Tile Bathtub Surround
    • Tub/Shower Combination
    • Wall AC

    Unit A7-206 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,525

    Deposit

    • $500 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,525

    1 Bed 1 Bath Alpine Renovated

    $1,575

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 850 sq ft
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDepositView Details
    $1,575Available NowA2-106850$500
    $1,575Available NowA2-208850$500
    $1,575Available NowA4-301850$500

    Model Amenities and Features

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Living Space

    • Linen Closet
    • Window Coverings

    Unique Features

    • Dining Area
    • Laminate Countertops
    • Laminate Flooring
    • Private Balcony/Patio
    • Tile Bathtub Surround
    • Tub/Shower Combination
    • Wall AC
    • White Cabinets

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price

    • $1,575

    Deposit

    • $500 deposit

    Unit A2-106 Amenities and Features

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Living Space

    • Linen Closet
    • Window Coverings

    Unique Features

    • Dining Area
    • Laminate Countertops
    • Laminate Flooring
    • Private Balcony/Patio
    • Tile Bathtub Surround
    • Tub/Shower Combination
    • Wall AC
    • White Cabinets

    Unit A2-106 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,575

    Deposit

    • $500 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,575

    Unit A2-208 Amenities and Features

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Living Space

    • Linen Closet
    • Window Coverings

    Unique Features

    • Dining Area
    • Laminate Countertops
    • Laminate Flooring
    • Private Balcony/Patio
    • Tile Bathtub Surround
    • Tub/Shower Combination
    • Wall AC
    • White Cabinets

    Unit A2-208 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,575

    Deposit

    • $500 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,575

    Unit A4-301 Amenities and Features

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Living Space

    • Linen Closet
    • Window Coverings

    Unique Features

    • Dining Area
    • Laminate Countertops
    • Laminate Flooring
    • Private Balcony/Patio
    • Tile Bathtub Surround
    • Tub/Shower Combination
    • Wall AC
    • White Cabinets

    Unit A4-301 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,575

    Deposit

    • $500 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,575
  • 2 Bedrooms

    2 Bed 1 Bath Cottonwood Remodel

    $1,600

    2 Beds, 1 Bath, 850 sq ft
    Available Now
    Cheapest 2 BedroomThis is the cheapest 2 Bedroom at this Property

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDepositView Details
    $1,600Available NowM13-M13K850$500
    $1,600Available NowM16-M16F850$500

    Model Amenities and Features

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Living Space

    • Linen Closet
    • Window Coverings

    Unique Features

    • Laminate Countertops
    • Oak Cabinets
    • Tile Bathtub Surround
    • Tub/Shower Combination
    • Vinyl Plank Flooring
    • Wall AC

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price

    • $1,600

    Deposit

    • $500 deposit

    Unit M13-M13K Amenities and Features

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Living Space

    • Linen Closet
    • Window Coverings

    Unique Features

    • Laminate Countertops
    • Oak Cabinets
    • Tile Bathtub Surround
    • Tub/Shower Combination
    • Vinyl Plank Flooring
    • Wall AC

    Unit M13-M13K Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,600

    Deposit

    • $500 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,600

    Unit M16-M16F Amenities and Features

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Living Space

    • Linen Closet
    • Window Coverings

    Unique Features

    • Laminate Countertops
    • Oak Cabinets
    • Tile Bathtub Surround
    • Tub/Shower Combination
    • Vinyl Plank Flooring
    • Wall AC

    Unit M16-M16F Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,600

    Deposit

    • $500 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,600

    2 Bed 1 Bath Cottonwood Renovated

    $1,675

    2 Beds, 1 Bath, 850 sq ft
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDepositView Details
    $1,675Available NowM09-M09M850$500
    $1,675Available NowM12-M12E850$500
    $1,675Available NowM15-M15H850$500

    Model Amenities and Features

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Living Space

    • Linen Closet
    • Window Coverings

    Unique Features

    • Modern Fixtures
    • Tile Bathtub Surround
    • Tub/Shower Combination
    • Vinyl Plank Flooring
    • Wall AC
    • White Cabinets

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price

    • $1,675

    Deposit

    • $500 deposit

    Unit M09-M09M Amenities and Features

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Living Space

    • Linen Closet
    • Window Coverings

    Unique Features

    • Modern Fixtures
    • Tile Bathtub Surround
    • Tub/Shower Combination
    • Vinyl Plank Flooring
    • Wall AC
    • White Cabinets

    Unit M09-M09M Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,675

    Deposit

    • $500 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,675

    Unit M12-M12E Amenities and Features

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Living Space

    • Linen Closet
    • Window Coverings

    Unique Features

    • Modern Fixtures
    • Tile Bathtub Surround
    • Tub/Shower Combination
    • Vinyl Plank Flooring
    • Wall AC
    • White Cabinets

    Unit M12-M12E Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,675

    Deposit

    • $500 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,675

    Unit M15-M15H Amenities and Features

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Living Space

    • Linen Closet
    • Window Coverings

    Unique Features

    • Modern Fixtures
    • Tile Bathtub Surround
    • Tub/Shower Combination
    • Vinyl Plank Flooring
    • Wall AC
    • White Cabinets

    Unit M15-M15H Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,675

    Deposit

    • $500 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,675

    2 Bed 2 Bath Alpine Renovated

    $2,065

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1500 sq ft
    Available Now
    Largest 2 BedroomThis is the largest 2 Bedroom at this Property

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDepositView Details
    $2,065Available NowA3-1101500$500
    $2,065Available NowA5-2091500$500
    $2,065Available NowA6-3041500$500

    Model Amenities and Features

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Living Space

    • Linen Closet
    • Window Coverings

    Unique Features

    • Laminate Countertops
    • Laminate Flooring
    • Modern Fixtures
    • Private Balcony/Patio
    • Tile Bathtub Surround
    • Tub/Shower Combination
    • Walk-In Closet
    • Wall AC
    • White Cabinets

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price

    • $2,065

    Deposit

    • $500 deposit

    Unit A3-110 Amenities and Features

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Kitchen Countertops

    • Laminate Countertops

    Living Space

    • Linen Closet
    • Window Coverings

    Unique Features

    • Laminate Flooring
    • Modern Fixtures
    • Private Balcony/Patio
    • Tile Bathtub Surround
    • Tub/Shower Combination
    • Walk-In Closet
    • Wall AC
    • White Cabinets

    Unit A3-110 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $2,065

    Deposit

    • $500 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $2,065

    Unit A5-209 Amenities and Features

    Flooring

    • Laminate Flooring

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Kitchen Countertops

    • Laminate Countertops

    Living Space

    • Linen Closet
    • Window Coverings

    Unique Features

    • Modern Fixtures
    • Private Balcony/Patio
    • Tile Bathtub Surround
    • Tub/Shower Combination
    • Walk-In Closet
    • Wall AC
    • White Cabinets

    Unit A5-209 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $2,065

    Deposit

    • $500 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $2,065

    Unit A6-304 Amenities and Features

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Living Space

    • Linen Closet
    • Window Coverings

    Unique Features

    • Laminate Countertops
    • Laminate Flooring
    • Modern Fixtures
    • Private Balcony/Patio
    • Tile Bathtub Surround
    • Tub/Shower Combination
    • Walk-In Closet
    • Wall AC
    • White Cabinets

    Unit A6-304 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $2,065

    Deposit

    • $500 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $2,065
  • 3 Bedrooms

    3 Bed 1.5 Bath Townhouse Renovated

    $2,475

    3 Beds, 1.5 Baths, 1800 sq ft
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDeposit
    $2,475Available NowR-R15471800$500

    Unit R-R1547 Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Living Space

    • Linen Closet
    • Window Coverings

    Unique Features

    • Additional Storage
    • Laminate Countertops
    • Laminate Flooring
    • Modern Fixtures
    • Tile Bathtub Surround
    • White Cabinets

    Unit R-R1547 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $2,475

    Deposit

    • $500 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $2,475
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.

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Property Information

  • Renovated In 2014
  • 509 Units
  • 3 Stories
  • Built in 1968

Lease Terms

  • 1, 3 - 8, 10 - 15 mo

Fees and Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities. Use the calculator to add these fees to the base rent.

Required Fees

One-Time Move-In Fees

Due at Move-In
Administrative FeeiCharged per unit$250
Due at Application
Application Fee Per ApplicantiCharged per applicant$60

Other Fees

Storage Fees

Storage Unit

Storage DepositiCharged per rentable item$0
Storage RentiCharged per rentable item$40/mo
Storage RentiCharged per rentable item$40/mo
Storage DepositiCharged per rentable item$0

Pet Policy and Fees

Cats

  • Fees Not Specified

Dogs

  • Fees Not Specified

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.

Features and Amenities

On-Site Services

  • Maintenance On Site

Community Features

  • Business Center
  • Clubhouse
  • Corporate Housing
  • Lounge
  • Elevator

Outdoor Features

  • Controlled Access

Recreation and Fitness

  • Fitness Center
  • Gameroom
  • Walking/Biking Trails
  • Pool

Interior Features

  • Storage Space
Google Map

Map

1550 W Dempster St, Mount Prospect, IL 60056

Hours and Contact Info

Call Us - Open Now!
Currently Closed
By Appointment
Monday9:00 am–6:00 pm
Tuesday9:00 am–6:00 pm
Wednesday12:00 pm–6:00 pm
Thursday9:00 am–6:00 pm
Friday9:00 am–6:00 pm
Saturday10:00 am–5:00 pm
SundayClosed

Frequently Asked Questions about The Element

Where is The Element located?

The Element is located at 1550 W Dempster St near the Des Plaines Arlington Hts Corridor area of Mount Prospect, IL

What is the current rent range at The Element?

1 Bedroom to 3 Bedroom Apartments at The Element currently range from $1,415 to $2,475

When is the leasing office open?

  • The office Hours for The Element are
  • Monday 9:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Tuesday 9:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Wednesday 12:00 pm–6:00 pm
  • Thursday 9:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Friday 9:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Saturday 10:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Sunday Closed

Are pets allowed?

Call us today to find out our pet policy and if we allow pets

Renters Reviews and Ratings

3.5
19 Renters Reviews
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  • Roaches, Bugs, Crime, Unhelpful Staff

    November 7, 2025
    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
  • Misrepresentation

    December 12, 2024
    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.
    • Property Manager Responded

      January 7, 2025
      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
    Review from Apartments.com
  • Don't Move Here

    June 15, 2024
    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
  • Stay far from here

    April 17, 2024
    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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  • Horrible

    April 15, 2024
    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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  • No headaches here

    December 21, 2023
    I put in a work order for 3 non emergent issues and Anthony was here within 2 hours and took care of everything. He was very friendly. I love the apartment. Very well layed out except the bathroom is micro sized. The grounds are pretty. The staff in the office are great and very responsive to questions or requests.
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  • stay away!

    March 14, 2023
    This place is a dump! Garbage everywhere and rats running around the property. The buildings are dirty and unkept. Please trust me with what I am saying here. If you like living in a slum, then live here. There are current problems with the pipes/sewage coming into the apartment. Also, no heat or water at times. DON'T DO IT!
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  • Do not listen to the fake good reviews.

    April 4, 2022
    Do not sign a lease here, you will regret it. The entire building is absolutely disgusting and falling apart. Everything smells like cigarettes and rotten food in the hallways. From far away their “newest renovation” might seem worth it but it’s not. Every inch of this apartment is just a lane lord special, nothing worked when we moved in. That includes all of the appliances, no shower, the closet doors fall off of their hinges, none of the outlets worked, our stove kept blowing the fuse box ...
    which is apparently is from the 1960’s, our fridge also kept turning off, our entire apartment reeks of cigarettes and the paint itself is just flaking off of the walls and closet rods. We’ve been here for a few weeks and it has been the worst experience of my life. The residents will honk their horns at all hours of the night and rev their engines at the crack of dawn so don’t even bother trying to get a quiet nights sleep. There is also a huge rat problem here, they’re the size of footballs because trash litters the complex and every inch of this place is so disgusting it’s unbelievable. The leasing office will do nothing about any issues you may have, we still haven’t been contacted after they told us they would “talk to their supervisor’s to rectify the problem” What a joke! You can find an apartment somewhere else for the same price which are so much better than what this complex has to offer.
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  • Poor customer service.

    May 20, 2021
    They treat the people living their very poorly. Maintenance takes forever to fix something even if it’s urgent. We had no heat all winter except for the one week they fixed it until it broke again. When we emailed them again about it not working then they never responded.
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  • The Element In Mount Prospect

    April 27, 2021
    This place is Awful. My 89 year old mother rented a garden apartment from them. A month before her lease was up, it flooded. It took the maintenance guy over a day to come out. My husband and I went over to help mop up some of the water, so my mother wouldn't slip and fall. All the maintenance guy did, was put a big fan under the rug and left it there. We moved my mother to a hotel until we found her another place to live. We had to throw out her couch and bed, due to mildew. My mother went ...
    to purchase something and found out that the Element put her in collection for the last month rent. Really? Now we are planning to take them to court. Wouldn't recommend this place to anyone!!!
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  • Think twice!

    April 24, 2021
    I moved into The Element a week before the pandemic started (March 2020), so there weren’t any amenities available. But I am more than positive residents were still being charged. For the whole month of November I dealt with mice coming into my third floor apartment through the radiator in the living room and bedroom. Every week I would call and complain and I would fill out work orders to have maintenance come and “fix” the issue. The woman who worked there Lindsay, would give me the dumbest ...
    excuses as to why there were mice. I wanted the issue fixed, not excuses. Mice have apparently always been an issue but it’s never fixed. It’s just a band aid until it no longer works. Maintenance has been aware of this issue for years because their fix is only temporary. But I don’t blame maintenance. It’s management and everyone above them. They will gladly collect your rent each month but not fix the major issues. Not only do you deal with mice, you have the pleasure of dealing with roaches since there are tenants whose apartments are filthy. Pest control does come around but the roaches come back. So essentially you’re paying for nothing. The walls are thin. You can hear everything going on in the apartments next to you, above AND below you. Let’s not forget you have to pay for laundry, meanwhile the machines are filthy. Nobody comes to clean them. There are also roaches in the laundry room that is in the basement. During the months which there is a lot of rain, the basement floods and as usual there is no rush to replace the damaged floors. And when you have visitors come and you need a pass, it’s $5 a day or $25 for the week. They also charge you to park in a handicap spot. They like to profit off of as much as possible. So would I recommend anyone live there? Absolutely not. Take my review as a warning if you do chose to live there.
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  • Tour of available units

    June 20, 2018
    I stopped by looking for a unit to provide a potential employee. I was greeted by promptly greeted by Angela. After telling her what I was looking for she enthusiastically showed me a couple of the models then took me to view available units. While going through the different units she explained in detail all of the inclusions and exclusions with the rental agreement. I was extremely impressed with her understanding and knowledge as well as her ability to satisfy my questions and needs. ...
    Unfortunately the perspective employee did not come to work for us, but going forward I will definitely recommend both Angela and the property if I run across anyone looking for an apartment in the area.
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Nearby Schools

Robert Frost Elementary School

Comm Cons School District 59
1308 Cypress Drive
Public School - Grades K-5 (342 Students)
In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.4 miles away
3/10

Prospect High School

Township Hsd 214
801 West Kensington Road
Public School - Grades 9-12 (2263 Students)
In Attendance Zone6 minute drive / 2.9 miles away
10/10

Friendship Jr High School

Comm Cons School District 59
550 Elizabeth Lane
Public School - Grades 6-8 (617 Students)
In Attendance Zone4 minute drive / 1.5 miles away
8/10
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from The Element.

Big Box and Retail

Walgreens

3 E Golf Rd
3 minute drive / 1.33 miles away

Meijer

1301 Meijer Dr
5 minute drive / 1.94 miles away

Lowe's

990 W Algonquin Rd
4 minute drive / 2.05 miles away

Colleges and Universities

Roosevelt University - Schaumburg Campus

1400 N Roosevelt Boulevard
8 minute drive / 4.15 miles away

Oakton Community College

1600 East Golf Road
9 minute drive / 4.36 miles away

Harper College

1200 West Algonquin Road
13 minute drive / 6.41 miles away

Groceries

Meijer

1301 Meijer Dr
5 minute drive / 1.94 miles away

Mariano's Fresh Market

10 E Golf Rd
4 minute drive / 2.17 miles away

Aldi

730 E Rand Rd
6 minute drive / 2.88 miles away

Hospitals

Northwest Community Hospital

800 W Central Road
5 minute drive / 2.5 miles away

Alexian Brothers Medical Center

800 W Biesterfield Rd
8 minute drive / 3.78 miles away

Chicago Behavioral Hospital

555 Wilson Lane
8 minute drive / 4.17 miles away

Military Bases

US Military Reservation Elk Grove

5 minute drive / 2.56 miles away

O'Hare Air Force Base & Air National Guard

10 minute drive / 4.87 miles away

U.S. Military Reservation

19 minute drive / 9.16 miles away

Restaurants and Dining

Hemmingway's Bistro

211 N Oak Park Ave
19 minute drive / 9.07 miles away

Shopping Centers

United Plaza

1621 S Busse Rd
1 minute drive / 0.29 miles away

Crystal Court Shopping Center

1703-1759 W Algonquin Rd
1 minute drive / 0.31 miles away

Plaza United

1621-1629 W Algonquin Rd
1 minute drive / 0.37 miles away

The Element has 5 shopping centers within 0.5 miles.

Transit Stations

Mount Prospect Station-Union Pacific Northwest Line

S Emerson St & E Prospect ave
4 minute drive / 2.0 miles away

Cumberland Station-Union Pacific Northwest Line

475 N. Northwest Highway
5 minute drive / 2.59 miles away

Arlington Heights Station-Union Pacific Northwest Line

W. Northwest Highway & N Vail Ave
7 minute drive / 3.29 miles away

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Rental Price Ranges in the Area

BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
Mount Prospect Studio Apartments $1,937$1,000$3,425
Mount Prospect 1 Bedroom Apartments $1,854$1,075$4,097
Mount Prospect 2 Bedroom Apartments $2,229$1,460$4,335
Mount Prospect 3 Bedroom Apartments $2,677$1,781$5,853
Mount Prospect 4 Bedroom Apartments $8,778$2,300$10,000+

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