1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Capitol East Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA (94 Rentals)

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Capitol East, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

Largest Available Capitol East 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Capitol East area of Des Moines, IA is found at City Square Lofts and is listed at 1,282 square feet priced from $1,649. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
City Square LoftsA81,282 Sq Ft$1,649
The Gardens Independent Plus1 Bedroom with Den1,050 Sq Ft$2,880
VelocityA201,026 Sq FtCall for Rates
VelocityA201,026 Sq FtCall for Rates
The ElliottFully Furnished 1 BDRM1,000 Sq Ft$1,295
R&T LoftsSource989 Sq Ft$1,300
Wilkins BldgMarket Rate961 Sq Ft$1,250
The MeridianRose941 Sq Ft$1,789
Vine Street Lofts1 Bedroom - Affordable834 Sq Ft$982
Harbach Lofts1 Bedroom - M - Downtown View821 Sq Ft$1,425

Cheapest Available Capitol East 1 Bedroom Apartments

Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Capitol East of Des Moines, IA is the B1 Model starting from $690 at Pioneer Estates. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Capitol East is currently $1,392. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Pioneer EstatesB1$690
Capitol Heights1BR/1.0BA$725
Riverpoint LoftsA1$775
The Elliott1 Bedroom$775
Sevastopol Station1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom$825
East Village Square1x1-676$850
Civic Center Court Apartments1BR - Apply Now$850
Eagle View LoftsA1 - Income Restricted$895

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Capitol East, Des Moines, IA

Ranked #19

Among neighborhoods in Des Moines, IA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

This website compares millions of points of data to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in cities and towns across the United States, including Des Moines. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and much more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

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 1 Bedroom Capitol East Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Capitol East with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Capitol East is at Pioneer Estates listed at $690.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Capitol East Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Capitol East is $1,392.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Capitol East Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Capitol East is a 1,282 square feet unit starting from $1,649 at City Square Lofts.

What is the average size for Capitol East 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Capitol East is currently 580 sq ft.

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