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Conifer Village at Oakcrest - Senior Living

Private bedroom in 5 bed/3.5 bath Home

Private bedroom in 5 bed/3.5 bath Home

Private bedroom in 5 bed/3.5 bath Home
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Capitol Heights, MD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Capitol Heights?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Capitol Heights Studio Apartments | $1,210 | $1,169 | $1,292 |
Cheap Capitol Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,822 | $724 | $3,414 |
Cheap Capitol Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,831 | $1,140 | $2,615 |
Cheap Capitol Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,265 | $1,494 | $3,740 |
Cheap Capitol Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,181 | $1,658 | $6,000 |
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Capitol Heights, MD Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Capitol Heights, MD
Pricing Updated: 05/19/2025Current apartment rentals in the Capitol Heights, MD area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Capitol Heights Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Forestville | $2,700 | $1,260 | 166 |
Seat Pleasant | $2,700 | $1,169 | 292 |
Fairmount Heights | $6,000 | $1,179 | 49 |
Cheapest Available Capitol Heights Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Capitol Heights, MD is a 1 Bed unit found at Conifer Village at Oakcrest - Senior Living in the Oakland neighborhood priced from $724. Addison Chapel in the Burrville neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,075. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Capitol Heights apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Conifer Village at Oakcrest - Senior Living | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $724 |
Addison Chapel | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
Huntwood Courts | A1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
Hillside Heights | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,277 |
Banneker Place | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Floor Plan | 1BR,1BA | $1,279 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Capitol Heights, MD
As of May 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the Capitol Heights area is the $1.83 price per square foot 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Model at Windsor Crossing in the in the Metroplace neighborhood starting from $2,227. The second greatest value Capitol Heights apartment is the 921 52nd St NE Model at 921 52nd St NE, Unit 2 starting at $1,600 with a $1.33 price per square foot in the East Corner neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Capitol Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Windsor Crossing | 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.83 |
921 52nd St NE, Unit 2 | 921 52nd St NE | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
Flats of Forestville | 3A | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.59 |
Fox Club | 3 Bed 1.5 Bath Den | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.82 |
Windham Creek | 2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.61 |
Woods at Addison | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.52 |
North Hills Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
Andrews Ridge Apartments | A2 Fir | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
Conifer Village at Oakcrest - Senior Living | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.03 |
Oakcrest Towers | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.68 |
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Capitol Heights Overview
Located just a hop and a skip from the nation's capital, the aptly-named Capitol Heights is a thriving locale in the proud state of Maryland. Boasting close to 4K residents, this quaint-yet-bustling township is a wonderful place to work, play and raise a family.
Why live in Capitol Heights, MD?
Location, location, location! With close proximity to all that Washington, DC has to offer, from jobs and schooling to museums and historical excitement, Capitol Heights apartments are an excellent way to get familiar with all the nation's capital has to offer. The Washington Redskins stadium is located a stone's throw from downtown, and the city's rail service is second-to-none, making Capitol Heights rentals an ideal dwelling for DC working commuters.
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Getting Around Capitol Heights, MD
Walk Score®
49 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
33 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
2 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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 Cheap Capitol Heights Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Capitol Heights?
The cheapest apartment in Capitol Heights is Conifer Village at Oakcrest - Senior Living which is listed at $724, while the average apartment in Capitol Heights costs $3,800.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Capitol Heights?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 216 regular apartments in Capitol Heights that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Capitol Heights?
Cheap apartments in Capitol Heights have an average cost of $843 which is $2,957 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Capitol Heights.
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