Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Capitol East Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $600 (60 Rentals)

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Capitol East, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Capitol East Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Capitol East area of Des Moines, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Riverview Oaks Apartments priced from $695. The Scott at East Village has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $713. Here are the most affordable Capitol East apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Riverview Oaks Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$695
The Scott at East VillageStudioStudio,1BA$713
Pioneer EstatesB11BR,1BA$720
East Village SquareStudio 390-392Studio,1BA$725
Capitol Heights Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$755
The ElliottStudioStudio,1BA$755
The Residences at River ViewSands1BR,1BA$797
Sevastopol Station1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$800
Civic Center Court ApartmentsStudio - Apply NowStudio,1BA$800
The Des Moines BuildingS4Studio,1BA$810

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Capitol East, IA

As of February 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Capitol East area is the $1.25 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Model at AP Lofts in the in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood starting from $1,399. The second greatest value Capitol East apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Model at The Griffin Building starting at $1,185 with a $1.23 price per square foot in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Capitol East apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
AP Lofts2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.25
The Griffin Building2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.23
The Residences at River ViewCanal2BR,1BA$1.32
Wilkins BldgIncome Restricted1BR,1BA$1.18
Vine Street Lofts1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.24
Rumely Lofts1 Bedroom Income Restricted1BR,1BA$1.31
Rivers RunNew Vibe 2 Bedrooms2BR,1BA$1.37
Riverview Oaks Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.07
1614 Arlington Ave, Unit 41614 Arlington Ave1BR,1BA$1.42
Pioneer EstatesB11BR,1BA$1.44

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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
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, areas, and rental properties across Iowa including Capitol East, Des Moines, and the greater Des Moines area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for proximity to parks, luxury amenities, features that make it easier to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, and more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the Capitol East Neighborhood in Des Moines, IA

Walk Score®

69 / 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 Cheap Capitol East Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Capitol East?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Capitol East is at The Scott at East Village listed at $713.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Capitol East Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Capitol East Apartment is $695 at Riverview Oaks Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Capitol East Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Capitol East is starting from $825 at Riverview Oaks Apartments.

What is the most affordable Capitol East Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Capitol East Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Scott at East Village and starts from $1,066.

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