
Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in the Capitol East Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (88 Rentals)
Apartments for rent in the Capitol East area of Des Moines that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!


The Aston

Cityville on 9th

418 East Grand

The Meridian

Rowat Lofts Apartments

The Parker

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Tempo East Village

District at 6th Apartments

Nexus at Gray's Landing
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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

The Lyon

The Fleming Building

Randolph Apartments
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The Des Moines Building

Metro Lofts

The Elliott

Level

219 E Grand

City Square Lofts

Eagle View Lofts/Townhomes

Vine Street Lofts

The Griffin Building

Jackson Crossing
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The Residences at River View

5Fifty5

Ballyard Lofts

AP Lofts

Wilkins Bldg

E300

Connolly Lofts

Carbon 550

Riverview Oaks Apartments

College Hill Apartments
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7th Street Brownstones

Riverpoint Lofts

Madison Flats

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The Scott at East Village

Civic Center Court Apartments

Rumely Lofts

Union at Rivers Edge

The Townhall Food Hall and Apartments

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 | $995 | $480 | $1,791 |
| Capitol East 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,208 | $480 | $4,715 |
| Capitol East 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,524 | $800 | $4,055 |
| Capitol East 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,076 | $1,165 | $2,758 |
| Capitol East 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,474 | $1,315 | $1,634 |
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There are currently 88 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Capitol East Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA.
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Most Pet Friendly Capitol East Apartments for Rent
The apartment community in the Capitol East area of Des Moines, IA that ranks the highest in Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score on ApartmentHomeLiving.com is The Residences at River View with prices starting from $1,095 and a Pet Friendly score of 4 of 4. Confluence on 3rd Apartments scores the second highest with a 4 of 4 and has availability currently starting from $1,204. Here are the most Pet Friendly Capitol East apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Pet Rating | Neighborhood | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Residences at River View | 4/4 | McKinley School Columbus Park | $1,095 |
| Confluence on 3rd Apartments | 4/4 | Downtown Des Moines | $1,204 |
| Tempo East Village | 4/4 | East Village | $1,155 |
| Jackson Crossing | 3.8/4 | McKinley School Columbus Park | $915 |
| R&T Lofts | 3.8/4 | Downtown Des Moines | $925 |
| The Meridian | 3.8/4 | Downtown Des Moines | $1,288 |
| 418 East Grand | 3.8/4 | East Village | $960 |
| Cityville on 9th | 3.4/4 | Downtown Des Moines | $940 |
| The Lyon | 3.2/4 | East Village | $947 |
| The Parker | 3.2/4 | Downtown Des Moines | $885 |
Cheapest Pet Friendly Apartment Rentals in Capitol East
The lowest priced apartment unit that allows pets currently in the Capitol East of Capitol East is the Studio Model at The Elliott, which is a Studio unit starting from $710. The second cheapest Capitol East Pet Friendly apartment is the Studio - Apply Now Studio unit at Civic Center Court Apartments starting at $800. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly Capitol East apartments:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| The Elliott | Studio | $710 |
| Civic Center Court Apartments | Studio - Apply Now | $800 |
| The Parker | Anna | $885 |
| Jackson Crossing | Studio | $915 |
| 418 East Grand | Studio - The Loop | $960 |
| R&T Lofts | Tearsheet | $1,025 |
| Cityville on 9th | Alton | $1,140 |
| Confluence on 3rd Apartments | Agate | $1,204 |
| The Meridian | Noir | $1,288 |
| Tempo East Village | Canal (2 Bedroom RT Type 3) | $4,055 |
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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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Family-Friendly Rating
Do you have children? Amongst all of the neighborhoods in Des Moines, Capitol East is one of the A-list submarkets for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly neighborhoods have features that support parents and kids in having fun and being healthy together. This includes features like parks, pet amenities, playgrounds, trails and recreation, and access to highly-rated school districts.
Outdoors Rating
Do you like parks and greenspace? this submarket is a highly-rated part of town for its many nice outdoor spaces, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Pet Friendly Rating
There's good news if you raise dogs or cats. This part of Des Moines is now ranked as one of our favorite neighborhoods for families with pets, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pet Friendly Capitol East Apartments
What is the Cheapest Pet Friendly apartment in Capitol East?
Currently the most affordable Pet Friendly Apartment in Capitol East is at The Townhall Food Hall and Apartments listed at $480.
How much is the average rent for a Pet Friendly Capitol East Apartment?
The average rent for a Pet Friendly Apartment in Capitol East is $1,363.
What is the largest Pet Friendly Capitol East Apartment for rent?
Today's Pet Friendly apartment with the most square footage in Capitol East is a 3,151 square feet unit starting from $1,153 at The Equitable Building.
What is the average size for Capitol East Pet Friendly Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Pet Friendly rental in Capitol East is currently at 567 sq ft.
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