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Capitol Park, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Capitol Park Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Capitol Park area of Des Moines, IA is a Studio unit found at Highland Park Apartments (DSM) priced from $575. Northtown Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $595. Here are the most affordable Capitol Park apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Highland Park Apartments (DSM)StudioStudio,1BA$575
Northtown ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$595
Village GreenStudioStudio,1BA$600
Stockbridge Apartments1x1 670-7001BR,1BA$650
Arlington HallettStudio WestStudio,1BA$680

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Capitol Park, IA

As of February 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Capitol Park area is the $1.10 price per square foot B2 Model at Matilda 235 Townhomes in the in the Downtown Des Moines neighborhood starting from $2,350. The second greatest value Capitol Park apartment is the Model A Model at The Elmhurst starting at $1,300 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the Downtown Des Moines neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Capitol Park apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Matilda 235 TownhomesB22BR,2.5BA$1.10
The ElmhurstModel A2BR,2BA$1.00
1171 21st St1171 21st St2BR,1BA$1.12
1215 23rd St, Unit 1215 23RD apt #31215 23rd St2BR,1BA$0.80
1604 16th St, Unit Apt 21604 16th St2BR,1BA$0.92
The AspenCypress Deluxe (W/D)2BR,1BA$1.08
Stockbridge Apartments1x1 670-7001BR,1BA$0.93
MLK Brickstone ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.12
Riverview Oaks Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.15
Northtown ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.08

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Frequently Asked Questions about Capitol Park

What type of rentals are currently available in Capitol Park?

There are currently 351 Apartments for Rent in Capitol Park, IA with pricing that ranges from $595 to $21,803. There are also 51 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Capitol Park ranging from $450 to $2,900.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Capitol Park?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Capitol Park ranges from $450 to $2,900 with an average monthly rent of $1,193.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Capitol Park?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Capitol Park range from $1,100 to $4,100, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,100 to $2,875. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,395 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $965.

Expert Rental Resources

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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