
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Capitol Heights, MD from $500 (114 Rentals)
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7301 Calder Dr, Unit Room 2

7301 Calder Dr

6849 Mountain Lake Pl

6849 Mountain Lake Pl

Addison Chapel

Highland Ridge

903 Minna Ave

Fox Club

Holly Spring Meadows
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1205 Iago Ave

Meadows at Capitol Heights

6123 Drylog St

Hillside Heights

Woods at Addison

Capitol House

Courts at Walker Mill Apartments

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Addison Row

4706 Deanwood Dr

Pleasant Homes
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Central Gardens I

Central Gardens II Apartments

Penn Southern

Woodhaven Apartments

Room in Shared 5 bed/3.5 bath home, Unit B

Room in Shared 5 bed/3.5 bath home, Unit D

2312 Wintergreen Ave

Room in Shared 5 bed/3.5 bath home, Unit E
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5211 Jay St NE

5211 Jay St NE, Unit Room 1

5521 Jay St NE

5521 Jay St NE

5521 Jay St NE

Woodland Springs

Room in Shared 5 bed/3.5 bath home, Unit A

Sussex Square Apartments

3304.5 E Capitol St SE

5047 Benning Rd SE
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Park Greene

429 Burbank St SE

Windsor Crossing Senior

North Hills Apartments

Residences at Hayes

Avenue Apartments

EastBrooke Apartments

1150 51st St NE

Parkland Village Apartments

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4520 Eads St NE, Unit 2
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Capitol Heights Studio Apartments | $1,202 | $1,099 | $1,400 |
| Cheap Capitol Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,510 | $1,059 | $2,792 |
| Cheap Capitol Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,671 | $1,168 | $4,950 |
| Cheap Capitol Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,413 | $1,452 | $8,348 |
| Cheap Capitol Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,029 | $1,740 | $6,599 |
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Capitol Heights, MD Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Capitol Heights, MD
Pricing Updated: 07/07/2026Current 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forestville | $2,749 | $1,059 | 285 |
| Seat Pleasant | $2,749 | $1,099 | 311 |
| Fairmount Heights | $5,500 | $1,299 | 11 |
Cheapest Available Capitol Heights Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Capitol Heights, MD is a 1 Bed unit found at Addison Chapel in the Burrville neighborhood priced from $1,049. Huntwood Courts in the East Corner neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,125. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Capitol Heights apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Addison Chapel | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,049 |
| Huntwood Courts | A1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
| Banneker Place | Efficiency Floor Plan | 1BR,1BA | $1,149 |
| Millwood Townhouses | The Dorchester | 3BR,2BA | $1,149 |
| Central Gardens I | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,160 |
| Park Greene | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,230 |
| Walker Mill Apartments | 1Bed1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,245 |
| Holly Spring Meadows | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,246 |
| North Hills Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Highland Ridge | B2 | 2BR,1BA | $1,256 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Capitol Heights, MD
As of July 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Capitol Heights area is the $1.52 price per square foot 2 Model at Windham Creek in the in the Metroplace neighborhood starting from $1,696. The second greatest value Capitol Heights apartment is the C1 Model at Woods at Addison starting at $1,849 with a $1.75 price per square foot in the North Forestville 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Windham Creek | 2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.52 |
| Woods at Addison | C1 | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.75 |
| Windsor Crossing Senior | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath - 960sf | 2BR,2BA | $1.72 |
| Highland Ridge | C2 | 3BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| 4945 Sheriff Rd NE | 2 Bed / 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| North Hills Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| Holly Spring Meadows | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| 4101 Gault Plz NE, Unit 101 | 4101 Gault Plz NE | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| The District at Forestville | 1Bed1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| Fox Club | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.72 |
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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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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Capitol Heights Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Capitol Heights?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Capitol Heights is under $1,256.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Capitol Heights?
The cheapest apartment in Capitol Heights is Addison Chapel which is listed at $1,049, while the average apartment in Capitol Heights costs $3,666.
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 106 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 $484 which is $3,182 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Capitol Heights.
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