
Apartments for Rent in the Capitol East Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA Under $1,000 (43 Rentals)


418 East Grand

Rowat Lofts Apartments

The Parker @ Seventh

Velocity

Confluence on 3rd Apartments

District at 6th Apartments

Maxwell
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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 | $947 | $595 | $1,607 |
| Capitol East 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,239 | $720 | $3,356 |
| Capitol East 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,440 | $750 | $2,512 |
| Capitol East 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,862 | $1,145 | $2,810 |
| Capitol East 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,474 | $1,219 | $9,558 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCapitol East, Des Moines, IA
Ranked #20
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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Getting Around the Capitol East Neighborhood in Des Moines, IA
Walk Score®
68 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
48 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
40 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Capitol East
How much are Studio apartments in Capitol East?
There are currently 103 Studio Apartments in Capitol East with rent ranges from $595 to $1,607 with an average price of $947.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Capitol East Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Capitol East ranges from $720 to $3,356 with an average monthly rent of $1,239.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Capitol East cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Capitol East range from $750 to $2,512. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,440.
How expensive are Capitol East Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 32 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Capitol East on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,145 to $2,810 - averaging $1,862 for the location.
Expert Rental Resources
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Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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