
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Capitol East Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $480 (74 Rentals) Page 2 of 2
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319 Franklin Ave

La Placita on East Grand

Sixth Avenue Flats

2447 E Walnut Street

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Maverick Apartments

Capitol View Apartments
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Larnerd Apartments

2636.5 Capitol Ave

Legacy Park Apartments

2342 E 13th St

1964 Arlington Ave

800-828 Hartford Ave
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1527 Des Moines St

2703 Hull Ave

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350 East Locust

The Soho Lofts
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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 | $1,027 | $480 | $2,360 |
| Capitol East 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,268 | $480 | $5,581 |
| Capitol East 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,622 | $800 | $3,705 |
| Capitol East 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,102 | $1,159 | $2,720 |
| Capitol East 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,411 | $1,262 | $1,561 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Capitol East Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Capitol East?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Capitol East is under $835.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Capitol East?
The cheapest apartment in Capitol East is 319 Franklin Ave which is listed at $647, while the average apartment in Capitol East costs $1,295.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Capitol East?
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 48 regular apartments in Capitol East 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 East?
Cheap apartments in Capitol East have an average cost of $186 which is $1,109 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Capitol East.
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