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Capitol Heights, MD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Capitol Heights?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Capitol Heights Studio Apartments | $1,210 | $1,039 | $1,300 |
Cheap Capitol Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,509 | $1,059 | $2,250 |
Cheap Capitol Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,630 | $1,197 | $3,444 |
Cheap Capitol Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,969 | $1,568 | $2,800 |
Cheap Capitol Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,845 | $1,740 | $1,950 |
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Capitol Heights, MD Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Capitol Heights, MD
Pricing Updated: 09/18/2025Current apartment rentals in the Capitol Heights, MD area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Capitol Heights Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Forestville | $2,510 | $1,059 | 289 |
Seat Pleasant | $2,510 | $1,039 | 361 |
Fairmount Heights | $2,800 | $1,295 | 3 |
Cheapest Available Capitol Heights Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Capitol Heights, MD is a 1 Bed unit found at Huntwood Courts in the East Corner neighborhood priced from $1,125. Highland Ridge in the Oakland neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,166. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Capitol Heights apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Huntwood Courts | A1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
Highland Ridge | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,166 |
Walker Mill Apartments | 1Bed1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,245 |
Penn Southern | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,253 |
Flats of Forestville | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,260 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Capitol Heights, MD
As of September 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the Capitol Heights area is the $0.87 price per square foot 2304 57th Ave Model at 2304 57th Ave in the in the Carmody Hills Pepper Mill Village neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value Capitol Heights apartment is the 3D Model at Flats of Forestville starting at $2,060 with a $1.73 price per square foot in the Metroplace neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Capitol Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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2304 57th Ave | 2304 57th Ave | Studio ,1BA | $0.87 |
Flats of Forestville | 3D | 3BR,1BA | $1.73 |
Park Greene | 3 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.59 |
The District at Forestville | 3Bed1.5Bath | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.76 |
Woods at Addison | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.61 |
Windham Creek | 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
Highland Ridge | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.77 |
North Hills Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
Fox Club | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
Oakcrest Towers | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.74 |
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Capitol Heights Overview
Located just a hop and a skip from the nation's capital, the aptly-named Capitol Heights is a thriving locale in the proud state of Maryland. Boasting close to 4K residents, this quaint-yet-bustling township is a wonderful place to work, play and raise a family.
Why live in Capitol Heights, MD?
Location, location, location! With close proximity to all that Washington, DC has to offer, from jobs and schooling to museums and historical excitement, Capitol Heights apartments are an excellent way to get familiar with all the nation's capital has to offer. The Washington Redskins stadium is located a stone's throw from downtown, and the city's rail service is second-to-none, making Capitol Heights rentals an ideal dwelling for DC working commuters.
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Getting Around Capitol Heights, MD
Walk Score®
49 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
33 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
2 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Capitol Heights Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Capitol Heights?
The cheapest apartment in Capitol Heights is Huntwood Courts which is listed at $1,125, while the average apartment in Capitol Heights costs $2,606.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Capitol Heights?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 163 regular apartments in Capitol Heights that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Capitol Heights?
Cheap apartments in Capitol Heights have an average cost of $445 which is $2,161 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Capitol Heights.
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