2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Capitol East Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (98 Rentals)

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Rowat Lofts Apartments
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$1,595 - $1,605
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$940 - $1,600
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$945 - $1,605
2 Bedroom Apartments Available May 15

Rowat Lofts Apartments

601 E Vine StDes Moines, IA 50309
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418 East Grand
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$1,190 - $1,310
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$785 - $1,305
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$5

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$790 - $1,310
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418 East Grand

418 E Grand AveDes Moines, IA 50309
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Velocity
$1,745 - $1,895
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$804 - $2,712
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$95

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$899 - $2,807
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Velocity

225 E Center StDes Moines, IA 50309
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The Des Moines Building
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$1,249 - $1,339
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$769 - $1,334
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$774 - $1,339
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The Des Moines Building

405 6th AveDes Moines, IA 50309
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Tempo East Village
$1,755
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$1,050 - $2,695
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$55

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$1,105 - $2,750
2 Bedroom Apartments Available Apr 20

Tempo East Village

317 E 6th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Eagle View Lofts
$1,712
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$821 - $1,614
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$98

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$919 - $1,712
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Eagle View Lofts

708-712 SE 6th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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Level
$1,440 - $2,272
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$1,218 - $2,834
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$116

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$1,334 - $2,950
2 Bedroom Apartments Available Apr 3

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220 Maple StDes Moines, IA 50309
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City Square Lofts
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$1,836
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$694 - $2,633
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$33

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$727 - $2,666
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City Square Lofts

240 E Walnut StDes Moines, IA 50309
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5Fifty5
$2,523 - $3,112
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$2,515 - $3,664
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$2,523 - $3,672
2 Bedroom Apartments Available Apr 25

5Fifty5

555 SW 7th StDes Moines, IA 50309
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E300

300 E Grand AveDes Moines, IA 50309
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e5w Building

303-313 E 5th StDes Moines, IA 50309

Capitol East, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

Largest Available Capitol East 2 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in the Capitol East area of Des Moines, IA is found at Eagle View Lofts and is listed at 1,649 square feet priced from $1,712. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Eagle View LoftsB11,649 Sq Ft$1,712
R&T LoftsNameplate1,569 Sq Ft$1,800
The Equitable BuildingPendergast1,390 Sq Ft$1,617
City Square LoftsB13 - Loft1,320 Sq Ft$1,836
CityvilleWalnut 2 - C131,300 Sq Ft$1,695
The MeridianPiedmont1,212 Sq Ft$2,217
VelocityB101,197 Sq Ft$1,780
VelocityB41,139 Sq Ft$1,895
Vine Street Lofts2 Bedroom924 Sq Ft$1,156
East Village SquareLoft2850 Sq Ft$1,275

Cheapest Available Capitol East 2 Bedroom Apartments

Currently the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit Capitol East of Des Moines, IA is the 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Model starting from $850 at Riverview Oaks Apartments. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Capitol East is currently $1,437. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Riverview Oaks Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom$850
The Scott at East VillageTwo Bedroom$999
Townhall Apartments2 Bedroom- Income Restricted$1,025
The Parker @ SeventhPRK B2 Artisan$1,040
Court Ave LoftsCA-C5 - Income Restricted$1,100
Metro Lofts2 Bedroom$1,145
Vine Street Lofts2 Bedroom$1,156
Rumely Lofts2 Bedroom Income Restricted$1,175
Wilkins BldgIncome Restricted$1,195
418 East Grand2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom - The Spark$1,220

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Capitol East, Des Moines, IA

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Among cities in Iowa for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team works hard to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Des Moines. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury housing options, places to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, and other valuable search options. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom Capitol East Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Capitol East with 2 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in Capitol East is at Riverview Oaks Apartments listed at $850.

How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Capitol East Apartment?

The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Capitol East is $1,437.

What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Capitol East Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Capitol East is a 1,649 square feet unit starting from $1,712 at Eagle View Lofts.

What is the average size for Capitol East 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Capitol East is currently 1,001 sq ft.

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