
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Capitol East Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (116 Rentals)


The Aston East Village

Cityville on 9th

The Meridian

Rowat Lofts Apartments

The Parker

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Tempo East Village

District at 6th Apartments

Nexus at Gray's Landing

Velocity
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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

The Lyon

East Village Square

Randolph Apartments

The Des Moines Building
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The Elliott

Level

219 E Grand

City Square Lofts

Eagle View Lofts/Townhomes

Vine Street Lofts

The Griffin Building

Jackson Crossing

The Residences at River View
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Wilkins Bldg

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Water Trail Row

Connolly Lofts

Carbon 550

Rocket Transfer Lofts

Riverview Oaks Apartments

Court Ave Lofts
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College Hill Apartments

Riverpoint Lofts

Madison Flats

Union at Rivers Edge

Harbach Lofts

Civic Center Court Apartments

Rumely Lofts

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The Scott at East Village

Capitol Heights

The Townhall Food Hall and 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 | $982 | $575 | $1,791 |
Capitol East 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,222 | $480 | $5,347 |
| Capitol East 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,547 | $800 | $4,055 |
| Capitol East 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,080 | $1,160 | $2,749 |
| Capitol East 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,474 | $1,315 | $1,634 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 116 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 Mezzo on Walnut and is listed at 1,090 square feet priced from $2,150. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mezzo on Walnut | Scala | 1,090 Sq Ft | $2,150 |
| Level | A11 - With Den | 924 Sq Ft | $1,495 |
| Cityville on 9th | Ashton Sig | 887 Sq Ft | $1,460 |
| Randolph Apartments | The Boone | 861 Sq Ft | $1,305 |
| District at 6th Apartments | Halston II | 840 Sq Ft | $1,269 |
| The Meridian | Prosecco | 837 Sq Ft | $1,776 |
| R&T Lofts | Sidebar | 815 Sq Ft | $1,425 |
| Velocity | A12 | 804 Sq Ft | $1,498 |
| Velocity | A12 | 804 Sq Ft | $1,498 |
| Vine Street Lofts | 1 Bedroom | 682 Sq Ft | $980 |
Cheapest Available Capitol East 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Capitol East of Des Moines, IA is the B1 Model starting from $699 at Pioneer Estates. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Capitol East is currently $1,222. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Pioneer Estates | B1 | $699 |
| Capitol Heights | Capitol Heights Apartments – Renovated 1 Bedroo... | $725 |
| Riverview Oaks Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | $745 |
| Maverick Apartments | 1/1 | $799 |
| The Parker | Anna | $835 |
| Eagle View Lofts/Townhomes | A2 - Income Restricted | $856 |
| East Village Square | Andre -Affordable | $900 |
| Ballyard Lofts | A2 - Homeplate Club | $910 |
| Metro Lofts | 1 Bedroom - Market | $945 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCapitol East, Des Moines, IA
Ranked #19
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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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 Pioneer Estates listed at $699.
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 $1,222.
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 1,090 square feet unit starting from $2,150 at Mezzo on Walnut.
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 705 sq ft.
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