
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Capitol East Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (108 Rentals)


Cityville

The Meridian

Rowat Lofts Apartments

The Parker @ Seventh

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Tempo East Village

District at 6th Apartments

Nexus at Gray's Landing

Velocity

Maxwell
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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

The Des Moines Building
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East Village Square

Metro Lofts

Level

Eagle View Lofts

219 E Grand

Vine Street Lofts

City Square Lofts

The Griffin Building

Jackson Crossing
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The Residences at River View

AP Lofts

E300

Connolly Lofts

Carbon 550

Ballyard Lofts

Court Ave Lofts

Riverview Oaks Apartments

Union at Rivers Edge

College Hill Apartments
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Harbach Lofts

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The Scott at East Village

Riverpoint Lofts

Rumely Lofts

Madison Flats

Capitol Heights

Civic Center Court Apartments

The Townhall Food Hall and Apartments

Rocket Transfer Lofts

Maverick Apartments
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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 | $1,014 | $480 | $1,841 |
Capitol East 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,236 | $480 | $3,253 |
| Capitol East 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,468 | $800 | $2,900 |
| Capitol East 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,091 | $1,095 | $2,763 |
| Capitol East 4 Bedroom Apartments | $8,682 | $1,291 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 108 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Capitol East Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA.
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Largest Available Capitol East 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Capitol East area of Des Moines, IA is found at R&T Lofts and is listed at 1,226 square feet priced from $1,475. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| R&T Lofts | Op Ed 3 | 1,226 Sq Ft | $1,475 |
| Mezzo on Walnut | Scala | 1,090 Sq Ft | $2,150 |
| Velocity | A22 | 1,050 Sq Ft | $1,797 |
| Velocity | A22 | 1,050 Sq Ft | $1,797 |
| Level | A11 - With Den | 915 Sq Ft | $1,495 |
| The Meridian | Prosecco | 837 Sq Ft | $1,889 |
| Nexus at Gray's Landing | Fuchsia- 831 SF | 831 Sq Ft | $1,365 |
| Confluence on 3rd Apartments | Reservoir | 794 Sq Ft | $1,625 |
| Vine Street Lofts | 1 Bedroom - Affordable | 682 Sq Ft | $982 |
| 219 E Grand | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 648 Sq Ft | $1,205 |
Cheapest Available Capitol East 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Capitol East of Des Moines, IA is the 1 BR Model starting from $480 at The Townhall Food Hall and Apartments. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Capitol East is currently $1,236. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| The Townhall Food Hall and Apartments | 1 BR | $480 |
| Pioneer Estates | B1 | $699 |
| Riverview Oaks Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | $745 |
| The Elliott | 1 Bedroom | $775 |
| East Village Square | 1x1-676 | $850 |
| The Des Moines Building | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment | $884 |
| The Lyon | 1 Bed Standard (T): Floors 3-11 | $897 |
| The Parker @ Seventh | PRK A2 Condo | $905 |
| The Scott at East Village | One Bedroom Corner | $932 |
| Metro Lofts | 1 Bedroom | $975 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCapitol East, Des Moines, IA
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Capitol East, Des Moines, IA
East High School
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Capitol East Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Capitol East with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Capitol East is at The Townhall Food Hall and Apartments listed at $480.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Capitol East Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Capitol East is $1,236.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Capitol East Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Capitol East is a 1,226 square feet unit starting from $1,475 at R&T Lofts.
What is the average size for Capitol East 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Capitol East is currently 695 sq ft.
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