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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Walk-in closet
  • On site laundry
  • Linen closet
  • Water and heat included

Location

1441 Capitol Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316, USA|Capitol East
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Management

Pyramid Property Solutions, Inc.

Leasing office

(515) 707-0598

Property Overview

1441 Capitol Ave stands out for its excellent value, with top ratings for price, amenities, location, and overall quality, plus a strong trust score. It offers on-site laundry, a spacious storage closet, an updated unit, and included water and heat, while also ranking highly for pet friendliness and social life with many nearby restaurants and mixed-use spaces.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

9.3
Excellent
1441 Capitol Ave is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Price and Amenities, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • Elementary school nearby
  • High school nearby

Great for

  • Social life

Floor plans

1 Bedroom1 bed1 bath650 sqft$545 /mo1 unit availableMake this cozy 1 bedroom 1 bath apartment your new home. Unit is newly remodeled. Bedroom is spacious with a walk-in closet. Bathroom offers a large counter top vanity and linen closet with lots of storage space. Water and heat is included. There is on site laundry for your convenience. To schedule a viewing, call our main line at (515) 707-0598 Apply at: www pyramidpropertysolutions com Additional Lease Information: $50.00 per month per pet $40.00 application fee $75.00 administrative fee $10.50 per month for liability insurance

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Amenities for 1441 Capitol Ave

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningCentral Heat
HeatingWater

Appliances

FridgeRange
RefrigeratorStove

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Onsite Laundry

Grounds

Off-Street Parking

Services

Garbage
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Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
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Building details

Property details

Units24

About 1441 Capitol Ave

HomeApartments in Des MoinesCapitol East 1441 Capitol Ave

Make this cozy 1 bedroom 1 bath apartment your new home. Unit is newly remodeled. Bedroom is spacious with a walk-in closet. Bathroom offers a large counter top vanity and linen closet with lots of storage space. Water and heat is included. There is on site laundry for your convenience. To schedule a viewing, call our main line at (515) 707-0598 Apply at: www pyramidpropertysolutions com Additional Lease Information: $50.00 per month per pet $40.00 application fee $75.00 administrative fee $10.50 per month for liability insurance


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.
9.3
/10
Excellent
1441 Capitol Ave is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Price and Amenities, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.
How we rated 1441 Capitol Ave
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.
1441 Capitol Ave 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·10A 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.
1441 Capitol Ave stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
1441 Capitol Ave 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·9A 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.
1441 Capitol Ave has a few standout characteristics that set it apart from similar properties nearby. Having both verified status and features that cater to discerning renters, this is a great option for renters looking for a specific and exceptional lifestyle.
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.
1441 Capitol Ave 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.

1441 Capitol Ave is great for:

Social life

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

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How 1441 Capitol Ave compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
Studio units are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.2 miles away
High school nearby
There is a high school 0.4 miles away
Central heat
Climate controlled environment
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building

Considerations

Distance from transit
More than 1.8 miles from public transportation
Lacks images
Fewer than 5 photos available for this property

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Rent trends in Capitol East

1-bedroom apartments at 1441 Capitol Ave cost about 25% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Capitol East.

Median rents as of Oct 24 2026.
Capitol East
Des Moines
A table of studio rental data trends in Des Moines
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$874
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
November 2025$750
December 2025$750
January 2026$762
February 2026$791
March 2026$795
April 2026$798
May 2026$802
June 2026$801
July 2026$812
August 2026$840
September 2026$852
October 2026$845
A table of studio rental data trends in Capitol East
MonthMedian Rent
August 2025$675
October 2025$645
December 2025$680

Affordability calculator

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$21,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $21,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $545.
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Schools near 1441 Capitol Ave

Capitol View Elementary School

320 e 16th

des moines, IA, 50316

PK, K-5Public
C-

Jessie Franklin Taylor Preschool

1801 16th st

des moines, IA, 50314

PKPublic

Ruby Van Meter

710 28th st

des moines, IA, 50312

K-12Public

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
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Getting around Des Moines near 1441 Capitol Ave

Walking

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

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Transit

4/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 1441 Capitol Ave, Des Moines

Groceries

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

Shopping

3/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

4/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

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

High schools

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

Parks

7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

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