
Studio Apartments for Rent in the Capitol East Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (97 Rentals)


The Meridian

Rowat Lofts Apartments

418 East Grand

The Parker @ Seventh

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Tempo East Village

District at 6th Apartments

Nexus at Gray's Landing
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Confluence on 3rd Apartments

Fourth And Court

The Edge @ Grays Landing

Randolph Apartments

The Elliott

The Des Moines Building
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East Village Square

219 E Grand

Vine Street Lofts

City Square Lofts

The Griffin Building

Jackson Crossing

AP Lofts

E300

Riverview Oaks Apartments

College Hill Apartments
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The Scott at East Village

Madison Flats

Civic Center Court Apartments

The Townhall Food Hall and Apartments

The Plaza

Capitol Village Lofts

1625 Oakland Ave

6th and Hickman Apartments

1900 Arlington Ave

2447 E Walnut St
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625 Irving St

1507 12th St

715 Hickman Rd

904 SE 10th St

301-307 E Court Ave

Mercy Park Apartments

Droukas Court

1942 Arlington Ave

EMC Insurance Group

1326 E 9th St
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 | $1,014 | $480 | $1,841 |
| Capitol East 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,236 | $480 | $3,253 |
| Capitol East 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,468 | $800 | $2,900 |
| Capitol East 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,091 | $1,095 | $2,763 |
| Capitol East 4 Bedroom Apartments | $8,682 | $1,291 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 97 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 Studio Apartments
The largest available Studio apartment unit in the Capitol East area of Des Moines, IA is found at R&T Lofts and is listed at 851 square feet priced from $950. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| R&T Lofts | Copy | 851 Sq Ft | $950 |
| The Meridian | Merlot | 706 Sq Ft | $1,741 |
| District at 6th Apartments | Miller II | 689 Sq Ft | $1,084 |
| Tempo East Village | Mott (Studio Type 3) | 622 Sq Ft | $1,355 |
| Confluence on 3rd Apartments | Ember | 596 Sq Ft | $1,323 |
| College Hill Apartments | Studio Premium Solo | 591 Sq Ft | $1,242 |
| City Square Lofts | S3 | 570 Sq Ft | $914 |
| Fourth And Court | Studio + Balcony | 569 Sq Ft | $1,025 |
| Rowat Lofts Apartments | Studio - Gypsum with Alcove | 551 Sq Ft | $1,070 |
| The Townhall Food Hall and Apartments | Studio B 223 | 550 Sq Ft | $710 |
Cheapest Available Capitol East Studio Apartments
Currently the lowest priced Studio apartment unit Capitol East of Des Moines, IA is the #5 - Studio Model starting from $695 at The Fleming Building. The average price for all Studio apartments in Capitol East is currently $1,014. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| The Fleming Building | #5 - Studio | $695 |
| The Des Moines Building | Studio | $705 |
| The Elliott | Studio | $710 |
| The Townhall Food Hall and Apartments | Studio B 223 | $710 |
| City Square Lofts | S1 | $784 |
| The Griffin Building | Studio | $800 |
| Rowat Lofts Apartments | Studio - Onyx | $880 |
| The Parker @ Seventh | PRK S1 | $890 |
| District at 6th Apartments | McBride | $922 |
| Cityville | Capital City 2 - M5 | $940 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCapitol East, Des Moines, IA
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4.0Pet Friendly
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East High School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Studio Capitol East Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Capitol East with Studio?
Currently the most affordable Studio in Capitol East is at The Fleming Building listed at $695.
How much is the average rent for a Studio Capitol East Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Capitol East is $1,014.
What is the largest available Studio Capitol East Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Capitol East is a 851 square feet unit starting from $950 at R&T Lofts.
What is the average size for Capitol East Studio Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Studio rental in Capitol East is currently 491 sq ft.
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