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Highlights

  • Prime location
  • Onsite laundry facilities
  • Free off-street parking
  • Dishwasher and fridge
  • All the amenities

Location

1424 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50316, USA|Capitol East
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Management

Stanbrough Realty Company LLC

Leasing office

(515) 334-3345

Property Overview

Capitol Heights presents an impressive opportunity for renters, earning a Zumper Expert Rating of 8.3 out of 10 due to its prime location, excellent amenities, and competitive pricing. The property features on-site laundry, free off-street parking, and is surrounded by 103 restaurants and 155 mixed-use spaces, fostering a vibrant social life. With strong ratings for location (9/10) and amenities (8/10), it emphasizes convenience and quality living, while maintaining transparency with a trustworthiness rating of 7/10.

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Zumper Expert Rating

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Capitol Heights is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Capitol Heights has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Great for

  • Social life

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath500 sqft$725 /mo1 unit available

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Policies and fees

Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Not allowed

No pets allowed.

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About Capitol Heights

HomeApartments in Des MoinesCapitol East Capitol Heights

Welcome to Capitol Heights in Des Moines, IA! Our apartments offer convenience and comfort in the heart of downtown. Enjoy the ease of having a dishwasher and fridge in your unit, as well as the convenience of onsite laundry facilities. With free off-street parking and secured entry, you can feel safe and secure in your new home. Located near I235 and the bus line, commuting is a breeze. Don't miss out on the opportunity to live in this prime location with all the amenities you need. Contact us today to schedule a tour of Capitol Heights!


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Capitol Heights is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Capitol Heights has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Capitol Heights
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Capitol Heights offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, Capitol Heights is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Capitol Heights is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While Capitol Heights does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
Capitol Heights provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

Capitol Heights is great for:

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • 103 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • Diverse age groups live in this area
  • 155 mixed-use spaces nearby

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Rent trends in Capitol East

1-bedroom apartments at Capitol Heights cost about the same as the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Capitol East.

Median rents as of Oct 25 2025.
Capitol East
Des Moines
A table of studio rental data trends in Des Moines
MonthMedian Rent
November 2023$854
December 2023$844
January 2024$867
February 2024$802
March 2024$871
April 2024$897
May 2024$896
June 2024$906
July 2024$898
August 2024$849
September 2024$935
October 2024$937
November 2024$884
December 2024$898
January 2025$897
February 2025$895
March 2025$825
April 2025$783
May 2025$774
June 2025$773
July 2025$773
August 2025$767
September 2025$753
October 2025$750
A table of studio rental data trends in Capitol East
MonthMedian Rent
February 2024$650
March 2024$741
August 2024$625
September 2024$625
August 2025$675
October 2025$645

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$29,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $29,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $725.
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Schools near Capitol Heights

Capitol View Elementary School

320 e 16th

des moines, IA, 50316

PK, K-5Public
C-

McKee Elementary School

2115 e 39th st

des moines, IA, 50317

PKPublic

Woodlawn Early Childhood Center

4000 lower beaver rd

des moines, IA, 50310

PKPublic

Mitchell Early Childhood Center

111 porter

des moines, IA, 50310

PKPublic
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Getting around Des Moines near 1424 E Walnut St

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 1424 E Walnut St, Des Moines

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

3/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

3/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

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