Apartments for Rent in the Capitol Park Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (356 Rentals)

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Capitol Park, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Capitol Park, Des Moines, IA

Ranked #13

Among cities in Iowa for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

This website works hard to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Des Moines. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and outdoor amenities like tennis courts, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and other valuable search options. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Family-Friendly Rating

Renting for your family? Amongst all of the neighborhoods in Des Moines, this residential neighborhood ranks as one of our preferred communities for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly ratings are based on community features and environments that help parents and children to thrive. This includes features like parks, playgrounds, extra living spaces, features for pets, trails and recreation, and access to highly-rated schools.

Outdoors Rating

We think living with the outdoors is a must-have. Capitol Park has emerged as providing great access to nice outdoor spaces, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Luxury Living Rating

This submarket has established a name for itself as one of the best higher-end submarkets in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like saunas, pools, sport courts, on-site concierge services, park views, easy access to green space, and amenities like granite countertops, range hoods, and high-end appliances. Luxury neighborhoods also often offer tile or hardwood floors, sports like tennis and raquetball, and for some communities, even a doorman to greet residents.

Pet Friendly Rating

Do you have dogs and cats? this area of town is one of the best-regarded neighborhoods for pet owners who rent, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Getting Around the Capitol Park Neighborhood in Des Moines, IA

Walk Score®

63 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

53 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

39 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Capitol Park

How much are Studio apartments in Capitol Park?

There are currently 127 Studio Apartments in Capitol Park with rent ranges from $600 to $1,795 with an average price of $1,028.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Capitol Park Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Capitol Park ranges from $650 to $3,440 with an average monthly rent of $1,349.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Capitol Park cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Capitol Park range from $645 to $4,000. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,746.

How expensive are Capitol Park Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 34 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Capitol Park on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,096 to $3,376 - averaging $2,249 for the location.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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