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About The Monarch, Des Plaines
- Price from
- $1,827 / mo
- Range $1,827 – $4,743 / mo
- Room types
- 7 options
- Studio, Apartment
- Move-in from
- 19 Oct 2026
- Lease length
- 26–48 weeks
Located at 150 E River Rd, Des Plaines, 60016, United States, the Monarch Des Plaines is one of the properties built to cater to the requirements of students. The Monarch Des Plaines provides large studio, 1B, 2B, and 3B apartments. The Monarch Apartments Des Plaines is conveniently located in proximity to Hebrew Theological College within a 23-minute driving distance and American InterContinental University within a 23-minute drive away.
Des Plaines is a suburban city in Illinois, located northwest of Chicago. Des Plaines is generally regarded as a relatively safe suburban community. The Wise (2026) scores Des Plaines's safety index at 68/100. Downtown Des Plaines, areas around the Des Plaines Metra station, Cumberland, and the residential areas around Lake Park/Prairie Lakes are considered some of the safest neighborhoods in Des Plaines. Des Plaines has an average Walk Score of 57/100 (Walk Score, 2026). The Downtown Des Plaines area scores much higher, reaching 90/100 (Walk Score). Students in Des Plaines can estimate a cost of living around $2,500 -$ 3,100 per month, depending heavily on rent and lifestyle.
Features
- The apartments in the Monarch Des Plaines have been strategically planned to make living easier for tenants. They come in four options, including the Studio, 1B, 2B, and 3B apartments. These Studio | S2 apartments are provided with an entire place, a private bathroom and kitchen, and a laundry facility. The 1 Bed 1 Bath | A1 apartments are offered with a private room, bathroom, and a kitchen. The 2 Bed 2 Bath | B2 apartments offer a private bedroom along with a private bathroom, and a shared kitchen with equipped facilities. The 3 Bed 2 Bath | C1 apartments provide a private room and a shared bathroom and kitchen.
- The Monarch Apartments Des Plaines IL is filled with all the necessary amenities, providing the best living experience to students. The Monarch Des Plaines reviews suggest that the students share many utilities in the Des Plaines student apartments, which include a game room, a conference room, a work-from-home space, bike storage, a pet spa, a dog park, and Wi-Fi in common areas. For fitness and recreational activities, students can access the residential lounge with a Starbucks coffee bar, a resort-style pool, a fitness center, and a yoga studio. Safety features include secured entry and a smoke-free community. Residents can also use community firepits and outdoor grilling areas for leisure. The on-site storage units are also available at the Monarch Des Plaines IL. The parking garage facility with a car charging station offers easy access for students with vehicles. Some of the outdoor facilities, like the grilling station and playground, are also available.
Nearby places
- Students living in the Monarch East River Road Des Plaines IL will have the privilege of living very close to many top-rated universities. Students will have the convenience of several other universities that can be reached in about a 28-minute drive, such as Northeastern Illinois University. While North Park University is a 27-minute drive from The Monarch Des Plaines, Trinity International University is just a 15-minute drive away. The Monarch in Des Plaines is surrounded by a good range of everyday essentials. The Monarch Nearby grocery options include Shop & Save Market, Mariano’s, Oak Farms Market, and El Valle Grocery Store. For medicines and everyday healthcare needs, students can use Walgreens, Jewel-Osco Pharmacy, and Holy Family Plaza Pharmacy. The Holy Family Medical Center is about 0.6 miles away from The Monarch Des Plaines in Illinois student housing.
- Coffee and casual dining are also easy to find, with Brew Coffee Lab, Brunch City Cafe, KRASA Kraft Restaurant, Nomads Restaurant, and The Port of Peri Peri among the nearby options. Students living at The Monarch have several options for recreation. Des Plaines History Center and Kinder House Museum are good choices for learning about the city's local history. Lake Opeka is another popular spot for walking, boating, and relaxing. Mystic Waters Family Aquatic Center is another popular summer attraction, with pools and water slides. Mountain View Adventure Center offers activities such as miniature golf. Des Plaines has a relaxed suburban nightlife scene rather than a large clubbing culture. Des Plaines Theatre is one of the main nightlife venues, hosting live shows and performances.
Commute
- The students living in this student housing in Des Plaines city is served by Metra’s Union Pacific Northwest Line, with stations at Downtown Des Plaines and Cumberland. Des Plaines Pace buses provide additional connections around Des Plaines and to neighbouring areas, with routes connecting to CTA Blue Line stations, O’Hare, and other Metra stations. Des Plaines also has an extensive network of walking and cycling paths. Students can easily travel from the Golf Mill Station bus stop, which is a 53-minute walk away from The Monarch Des Plaines. The nearest station to the apartments is Des Plaines Train Station, which is 8 minutes driving distance away from the apartments. For this purpose, Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD) is a 15-minute drive away from this student accommodation in Des Plaines.
Rooms & prices
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7 room options

Studio | S2
StudioAvailable- Private bathroom
- Move in 19 Oct 2026
- 26–48 weeks
Laundry Facility
Enquire for this room$1,827 / mo
up to $2,411

1 Bed 1 Bath | A4
ApartmentAvailable- Private bathroom
- 1 bedroom
- Move in 19 Oct 2026
- 26–48 weeks
Laundry Facility
Enquire for this room$2,267 / mo
up to $2,399

2 Bed 2 Bath | B2
ApartmentAvailable- Private bathroom
- 2 bedrooms
- Move in 19 Oct 2026
- 26–48 weeks
Laundry Facility
Enquire for this room$2,845 / mo
up to $3,303

2 Bed 2 Bath | B3
ApartmentAvailable- Private bathroom
- 2 bedrooms
- Move in 2 Nov 2026
- 26–48 weeks
Laundry Facility
Enquire for this room$2,922 / mo
up to $3,977

1 Bed 1 Bath | B4
ApartmentAvailable- Private bathroom
- 1 bedroom
- Move in 19 Oct 2026
- 26–48 weeks
Laundry Facility
Enquire for this room$2,970 / mo
up to $3,450

3 Bed 2 Bath | C1
ApartmentAvailable- Shared bathroom
- 3 bedrooms
- Move in 19 Oct 2026
- 26–48 weeks
Laundry Facility
Enquire for this room$3,542 / mo
up to $4,743

1 Bed 1 Bath | A1
ApartmentFully booked- Private bathroom
- 1 bedroom
- 26–48 weeks
Laundry Facility
Ask about availability$1,948 / mo
up to $2,067
Amenities
10 facilities confirmed for this residence.
Essentials
- Wi-Fi
- Private bathroom
Living & social
- Laundry
- Common room
- Games room
Health & wellbeing
- Gym
Services
- Bike storage
- Parking
- Community events
- Parcel room
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- Resident lounge with Starbucks coffee bar
- Resort-style pool
- Fitness center
- Yoga studio with fitness on demand
- Grilling station
- Playground
- Game room with pinball and Golden Tee
- Conference room
- Work from home space on every floor
- Bike storage with fit-it station
- Pet spa
- Dog park
- Wi-Fi in common areas
- Community firepits
- Luxer package system
- Secured entry
- Smoke-free community
- Parking garage with car charging station
- On-site storage units available
Ratings & reviews
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Location
150 E River Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016, USA
Nearby
- city center1.9 mi
- Hebrew Theological College6.46 mi
- American InterContinental University8.44 mi
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150 E River Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016, USA, Des Plaines, United States
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Payment
Additional Fees
- Electric, water, and sewer are not included in the rent and are billed separately
Security Deposit
- A security deposit is required. The specific amount may vary based on application qualifications.
Mode Of Payment
- The easiest way to provide your rent payment is through the resident portal, using Debit or Credit card
Guarantor Requirement
- Guarantors may be accepted for applicants who do not meet the income requirements. If accepted, Guarantors must complete an application, must qualify showing income of at least 3-5 times the monthly rent.
Cancellation
Cooling Off Period
- If you need to break your lease after moving in, the standard option requires a 60-day written notice plus a penalty fee/relet. For anything related to canceling before move-in, directly connect with the leasing team.
Delayed Arrivals & travel restrictions
- If you are unable to travel due to government-imposed travel restrictions, please contact the team with the relevant supporting documentation. We will facilitate the request to review your circumstances and explore the possibility of cancellation/contract amendment. Requests are considered individually, and any outcome will depend on the property's review and applicable booking terms.
University Course Cancellation/Modification
- If your course has been cancelled by your university, please reach out to the team with the relevant supporting documentation. We will liaise with the property team to review your request on a case-by-case basis for cancellation. The resolution will be subject to the property's assessment and the terms of your booking.
Deferring Studies
- If you have deferred your studies, please contact the team and share your updated university documentation. We will notify the property team to review your request for cancellation/contract amendment. Requests are assessed individually, and the final outcome will be subject to the property's review and booking terms.
Questions about this residence
How much does The Monarch, Des Plaines cost?
Rooms start from $1,827 / mo across studio and apartment options. Prices vary by room type and tenancy length.
How long can I stay?
Tenancies here run 26–48 weeks.
When can I move in?
The earliest move-in date listed is 19 Oct 2026. Dates can differ by room, so ask us to confirm the one you want.
Where is The Monarch, Des Plaines?
The Monarch, Des Plaines is at 150 E River Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016, USA. It is 1.9 mi from city center.





