Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in the Capitol East Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (62 Rentals)
Apartments for rent in the Capitol East area of Des Moines that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!

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Rowat Lofts Apartments

The Parker @ Seventh

District at 6th Apartments

Nexus at Gray's Landing

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Velocity

Confluence on 3rd Apartments

Fourth And Court
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The Equitable Building

The Fleming Building

The Elliott

R&T Lofts

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Eagle View Lofts

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City Square Lofts
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Jackson Crossing

The Edge @ Grays Landing

The Residences at River View

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5Fifty5

Connolly Lofts
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Court Ave Lofts

Riverview Oaks Apartments

Rumely Lofts

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Ballyard Lofts

Union at Rivers Edge

College Hill Apartments

Harbach Lofts

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7th Street Brownstones

Civic Center Court Apartments

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Riverpoint Lofts

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The Scott at East Village

Townhall Apartments

Rocket Transfer Lofts

Maverick Apartments

1809 Arlington Ave

301 E Walnut St

400 Walnut St

200 Grand Ave
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 | $1,010 | $461 | $1,853 |
| Capitol East 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,238 | $480 | $4,161 |
| Capitol East 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,437 | $850 | $2,710 |
| Capitol East 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,029 | $1,209 | $2,833 |
| Capitol East 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,227 | $1,291 | $10,000+ |
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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 Confluence on 3rd Apartments with prices starting from $1,099 and a Pet Friendly score of 4 of 4. Jackson Crossing scores the second highest with a 4 of 4 and has availability currently starting from $840. Here are the most Pet Friendly Capitol East apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Pet Rating | Neighborhood | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Confluence on 3rd Apartments | 4/4 | Downtown Des Moines | $1,099 |
| Jackson Crossing | 4/4 | McKinley School Columbus Park | $840 |
| The Residences at River View | 4/4 | McKinley School Columbus Park | $1,008 |
| R&T Lofts | 4/4 | Downtown Des Moines | $950 |
| The Meridian | 4/4 | Downtown Des Moines | $1,352 |
| Cityville | 3.8/4 | Downtown Des Moines | $940 |
| Civic Center Court Apartments | 3.4/4 | Downtown Des Moines | $700 |
| Tempo East Village | 3.4/4 | East Village | $1,105 |
| The Elliott | 3.2/4 | Downtown Des Moines | $710 |
| E300 | 3.2/4 | East Village | $915 |
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 S1 Model at City Square Lofts, which is a Studio unit starting from $727. The second cheapest Capitol East Pet Friendly apartment is the 1 Bedroom 1 Bed unit at The Elliott starting at $775. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly Capitol East apartments:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| City Square Lofts | S1 | $727 |
| The Elliott | 1 Bedroom | $775 |
| 418 East Grand | Studio - The Flow | $825 |
| Cityville | Capital City 2 - M5 | $940 |
| R&T Lofts | Copy | $950 |
| The Residences at River View | Shore | $1,045 |
| Confluence on 3rd Apartments | Agate | $1,099 |
| Tempo East Village | Crosby (Studio Type 1) | $1,105 |
| The Meridian | Noir | $1,352 |
| Jackson Crossing | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | $1,390 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCapitol East, Des Moines, IA
Ranked #18
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 Townhall Apartments listed at $461.
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 $1,349.
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 $1,163 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 572 sq ft.
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