
Apartments for Rent in the Capitol Park Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (400 Rentals)


The Aston East Village

Cityville on 9th

The Meridian

LINC at Gray's Station

Rowat Lofts Apartments

418 East Grand

The Parker

High Street Lofts

Slate Age 55 Plus Active Community
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Tempo East Village

Vue

District at 6th Apartments

Nexus at Gray's Landing

Velocity

Maxwell

R&T Lofts

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Confluence on 3rd Apartments

Fourth And Court
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Clemens Building

The Edge @ Grays Landing

The Equitable Building

Randolph Apartments

The Lyon

The Fleming Building

The Des Moines Building

East Village Square

Metro Lofts

Flux
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Ingersoll Square

The Elliott

Level

Vine Street Lofts

Eagle View Lofts/Townhomes

219 E Grand

City Square Lofts

The Deco

The Griffin Building

Wilkins Bldg
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Jackson Crossing

The Residences at River View

5Fifty5

Ballyard Lofts

AP Lofts

Gateway Lofts

E300

Village Green

Water Trail Row

Argonne Apartments
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Capitol Park, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Capitol Park?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capitol Park Studio Apartments | $1,031 | $480 | $2,393 |
| Capitol Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,295 | $480 | $5,848 |
| Capitol Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,631 | $775 | $4,055 |
| Capitol Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,009 | $1,100 | $2,749 |
| Capitol Park 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,313 | $965 | $1,634 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in Capitol Park?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $1,293 | $950 | $1,995 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $1,765 | $1,350 | $2,895 |
| 4 Bedroom Homes | $1,521 | $1,050 | $1,795 |
| 5 Bedroom Homes | $1,695 | $1,695 | $1,695 |
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Best Local Schools in Capitol Park, Des Moines, IA
East High School
Hiatt Middle School
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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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Capitol Park
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Capitol Park area of Des Moines, IA?
As of today, August 23, 2026, there are currently 400 available Capitol Park apartments priced from $480 to $5,848, with an average monthly rent of $1,396.
How much are Studio apartments in Capitol Park?
There are currently 196 Studio Apartments in Capitol Park with rent ranges from $480 to $2,393 with an average price of $1,031.
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 $480 to $5,848 with an average monthly rent of $1,295.
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 $775 to $4,055. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,631.
How expensive are Capitol Park Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 37 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Capitol Park on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,100 to $2,749 - averaging $2,009 for the location.
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