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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Modern appliances
  • Updated kitchen
  • Two full closets
  • Easy interstate access
  • Amazing location

Location

1400 East Walnut Street, Des Moines, Iowa 50316, United States|Capitol East
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Management

Kouri Management Corporation

Leasing office

(515) 216-4700

Property Overview

Maverick Apartments receives a strong overall rating of 8.3 from Zumper, highlighting excellent value with a price rating of 9.0, exceptional amenities, and a prime location, both rated at 9.0. Additionally, it is recognized for its walkable neighborhood, proximity to numerous restaurants, and a vibrant social scene, making it an appealing choice for diverse residents. The property also demonstrates transparency and reliability, reflected in its trustworthiness rating of 8.0.

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

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

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby
  • Laundry available on site

Great for

  • Social life

Floor plans

0/1Studio1 bath480 sqft$695 /mo2 units available1/2 OFF 2ND MONTH'S RENT WITH 12 MONTH LEASE Place Welcome home to this beautifully updated and generously sized studio apartment that lives like a one-bedroom! Perfectly located near the Capitol and just minutes from the interstate, this studio combines comfort, style, and convenience. ✅ Spacious open layout ✅ Updated kitchen w/ large countertop & room for stools ✅ Modern appliances ✅ Walkout patio ✅ Two full closets coat closet ✅ Renovated full bathroom ✅ Amazing location near the Capitol & easy interstate access Don’t miss your chance to live in this bright, modern, and perfectly located studio. 515 216-4700 ****

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Amenities for Maverick Apartments

Apartment Amenities

Controlled EntriesUpdated Appliances

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Onsite Laundry

Neighborhood

Close To Downtown
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

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
Limit1

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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Units30
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About Maverick Apartments

HomeApartments in Des MoinesCapitol East Maverick Apartments

1/2 OFF 2ND MONTH'S RENT WITH 12 MONTH LEASE Place Welcome home to this beautifully updated and generously sized studio apartment that lives like a one-bedroom! Perfectly located near the Capitol and just minutes from the interstate, this studio combines comfort, style, and convenience. ✅ Spacious open layout ✅ Updated kitchen w/ large countertop & room for stools ✅ Modern appliances ✅ Walkout patio ✅ Two full closets coat closet ✅ Renovated full bathroom ✅ Amazing location near the Capitol & easy interstate access Don’t miss your chance to live in this bright, modern, and perfectly located studio. 515 216-4700 ****


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, Maverick Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Maverick Apartments 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 Maverick Apartments
Price·9A 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.
Maverick Apartments stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·9A 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.
Maverick Apartments goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Maverick Apartments receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Maverick Apartments 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 Maverick Apartments does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A 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.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

Maverick Apartments is great for:

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • 105 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • A bustling neighborhood
  • Diverse age groups live in this area

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 Maverick Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.4 mile away
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

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Rent trends in Capitol East

studio apartments at Maverick Apartments cost about 1% more than the average rent price for studio apartments in Capitol East.

Median rents as of Jan 3 2026.
Capitol East
Des Moines
A table of studio rental data trends in Des Moines
MonthMedian Rent
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
November 2025$750
December 2025$750
January 2026$765
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
December 2025$680

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Can I afford to live at 1400 East Walnut Street?

Bedrooms

Studio

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$27,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $27,800 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $695.
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Schools near Maverick Apartments

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 1400 East Walnut Street

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 1400 East Walnut Street, 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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