
Apartments for Rent in the Capitol East Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (238 Rentals)


Cityville

The Meridian

Rowat Lofts Apartments

418 East Grand

The Parker @ Seventh

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Tempo East Village

District at 6th Apartments

Nexus at Gray's Landing

Velocity
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Maxwell

R&T Lofts

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Confluence on 3rd Apartments

Fourth And Court

The Edge @ Grays Landing

The Equitable Building

Randolph Apartments

The Fleming Building

The Elliott

The Lyon
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The Des Moines Building

East Village Square

Metro Lofts

Level

Eagle View Lofts

219 E Grand

Vine Street Lofts

City Square Lofts

The Griffin Building

Wilkins Bldg
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Jackson Crossing

The Residences at River View

5Fifty5

AP Lofts

E300

Connolly Lofts

Carbon 550

Ballyard Lofts

Court Ave Lofts

Riverview Oaks Apartments

Union at Rivers Edge

College Hill Apartments

Harbach Lofts

7th Street Brownstones

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The Scott at East Village

Riverpoint Lofts

Rumely Lofts

Madison Flats

Capitol Heights

Civic Center Court Apartments
Capitol East, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Capitol East?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capitol East Studio Apartments | $1,005 | $480 | $1,841 |
| Capitol East 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,241 | $480 | $3,240 |
| Capitol East 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,471 | $800 | $2,900 |
| Capitol East 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,146 | $1,158 | $2,768 |
| Capitol East 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,479 | $1,291 | $1,668 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCapitol East, Des Moines, IA
Ranked #20
Among cities in Iowa for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Capitol East, Des Moines, IA
East High School
Hiatt Middle School
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Lifestyle Ratings
Our team compiles millions of data points to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in metropolitan areas across the United States including Capitol East, Des Moines, and the greater Des Moines area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for proximity to parks, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, places that make kids happy, proximity to transit, and more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Family-Friendly Rating
Renting for your family? Amongst all of the neighborhoods in Des Moines, Capitol East has a reputation as one of the A-list submarkets for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly communities have features that support parents and kids in having fun and being healthy together. This includes features like parks, playgrounds, extra living spaces, features for pets, and having the best learning and education resources available.
Outdoors Rating
For some, access to the great outdoors is something they look for when they rent. This area is now ranked as providing favorable access to parks and outdoor amenities, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Luxury Living Rating
This neighborhood ranks as one of our preferred upscale communities in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like racquetball and tennis courts, luxury pools, concierge services, park access, and kitchen details like granite and high-end fixtures. Other luxury items often include tile, hardwood, and fine carpeting, tennis courts, and for some communities, even a doorman to greet residents.
Pet Friendly Rating
There's good news if you raise furry friends. This area has emerged as amongst the finest neighborhoods for families with pets, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about Capitol East
How much are Studio apartments in Capitol East?
There are currently 102 Studio Apartments in Capitol East with rent ranges from $480 to $1,841 with an average price of $1,005.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Capitol East Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Capitol East ranges from $480 to $3,240 with an average monthly rent of $1,241.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Capitol East cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Capitol East range from $800 to $2,900. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,471.
How expensive are Capitol East Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 32 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Capitol East on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,158 to $2,768 - averaging $2,146 for the location.
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