Des Plaines, Illinois sits just north of O'Hare International Airport along the Des Plaines River, which gave the city its name in the 1800s. This Cook County suburb offers convenient transportation options, including two Metra Union Pacific Northwest Line stations - Des Plaines and Cumberland - providing direct access to downtown Chicago. The city spans just over 14 square miles, with one-bedroom apartment rents averaging around $1,654.
Residents enjoy numerous recreational spaces throughout Des Plaines, including Lake Opeka, Big Bend Lake, and the Mystic Waters Family Aquatic Center. The recently revitalized downtown area features local shops and restaurants, while the Des Plaines Theater, restored to its 1925 grandeur, hosts performances and events. Major employers in the area include Rivers Casino, Universal Oil Products, and Oakton Community College. With a population of over 60,000, Des Plaines combines suburban living with easy access to Chicago's metropolitan amenities.
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