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The average monthly rent in Capitol East, Des Moines is up 8.88% compared to last month and up 18.63% year-over-year.
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1d ago
Capitol East house for rent in Des Moines
2 beds
1 bath
$1,250
House for rent
2d ago
Studio
1 bath
$675
Apartment for rent
4d ago
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$695–$799
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Studio
1 bath
$595
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Capitol East apartment for rent in Des Moines
2 beds
1 bath
$745
Apartment for rent
Available May 1
5d+ ago
Capitol East apartment for rent in Des Moines
1 bed
1 bath
$595
Apartment for rent
Available Jun 1
Outdoor Space
On-Site Laundry
In-Unit Laundry
Central Heat
5d+ ago
Capitol East house for rent in Des Moines
2 beds
1 bath
$1,200
House for rent
21h ago
Capitol Park house for rent in Des Moines
On-site laundry | Hardwood floor | Concierge service
2 beds
1 bath
$1,090
House for rent
Available Sep 26
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5d+ ago
Capitol Park house for rent in Des Moines
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Ceiling fan
4 beds
1 bath
$1,550
House for rent
Available Aug 25
5d+ ago
Martin Luther King Jr. Park condo for rent in Des Moines
3 beds
1 bath
$1,395
Condo for rent
Available Sep 1
5d+ ago
Fairground house for rent in Des Moines
3 beds
1 bath
$1,395
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Des Moines
3 beds
1 bath
$1,645
House for rent
5d+ ago
Fairground apartment for rent in Des Moines
Carpet | Concierge service | Package service
1 bed
1 bath
$750
Apartment for rent
Available Apr 18
22h ago
Capitol Park apartment for rent in Des Moines
Studio
1 bath
$450
Apartment for rent
Available Oct 20
5d+ ago
Capitol Park apartment for rent in Des Moines
Studio
1 bath
$450
Apartment for rent
Available Sep 2
These rentals are 10%-30% cheaper than the local average price for similar rentals.
5d+ ago
East Village apartment for rent in Des Moines
1 bed
1 bath
$1,895
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Downtown Des Moines condo for rent in Des Moines
1 bed
1 bath
$2,150
Condo for rent
10h ago
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$905–$1,580
Price drop
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Indianola Hills apartment for rent in Des Moines
1 bed
1 bath
$775
Apartment for rent
1d ago
200 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50309
On-site laundry | Swimming pool | Outdoor space
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$700–$850
Apartment for rent
11h ago
Verified
1–2 beds
1 bath
$509–$904
Apartment for rent
Available Nov 1
17h ago
Verified
700 E 5th St, Des Moines, IA 50309
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Fitness center
Studio–4 beds
1 bath
$755–$1,664
Apartment for rent
4h ago
Verified
4 beds
3 baths
$19,547
Condo for rent
1d ago
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$835–$1,530
Price drop
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Capitol East, Des Moines rent data for:
As of today, you'll find 21 apartments for rent in Des Moines, with a median rent price of $1,100 per month. Des Moines has seen a 19%—or $199—increase in median rent price compared to the previous year.Average Rent
$1,100Year Over Year Change
19%
$199
Rentals available, last 30 days
21
The average rent in Capitol East, Des Moines, IA, for rentals of all sizes and types, is $1,100, which is a 18.63% increase year-over-year.
The monthly rent for 1-bedroom apartments in Capitol East, Des Moines, IA is about $1,197. The average rent for 2-bedroom apartments in Capitol East, Des Moines, IA is $1,547, and studios are about $969 per month.
See more Capitol East, Des Moines, IA rent data on our rent research page.
$925
21% higher than city median
$1,012
32% higher than city median
320 e 16th
des moines, IA, 50316
705 e university ave
des moines, IA, 50316
1701 lay st
des moines, IA, 50317
1610 se 6th st
des moines, IA, 50315
2941 dean ave
des moines, IA, 50317
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Age Range
0-19
36%
20-34
25%
35-44
9%
45-64
21%
65+
5%
Language
English
75%
Spanish
24%
Indo Euro
0%
Asia Pac
0%
Other
0%
Education
No HS
17%
High School
73%
Bachelor's
8%
Master's
0%
Prof Degree
0%
Doctorate
0%
Household Income
0-25k
40%
25-50k
34%
50-75k
18%
75-100k
5%
100-150k
1%
150k+
0%
Capitol East, Des Moines has a walk score of 5/10, so when you need to run errands or leave the neighborhood, you’ll want to grab your car keys. With a public transportation score of 3/10, you’ll have few opportunities to commute via metro bus or train.
Scores for Des Moines are calculated based on the proximity to and amount of infrastructure supporting each method of transportation.
Capitol East's rental market offers a good selection of listings, with an average of around 10 rentals available each month. The neighborhood's inventory is relatively balanced, with 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom, and studio apartments making up the majority of listings. Notably, over 70% of apartments in Capitol East allow pets, including cats, dogs, and small pets, making it a great option for renters with furry friends. This pet-friendly atmosphere, combined with a range of apartment types, makes Capitol East a desirable neighborhood for renters in Des Moines.
Zumper’s proprietary rental data fuels our analysis. Rent and market trends, availability, neighborhood popularity, and lifestyle scores are all calculated using real-time and 2024 rental inventory and prices.
Our Lifestyle Categories ("great for eco-living," "great for social life," "great for pet owners," etc.) are determined by set criteria, against which we score each listing and its available features. At the neighborhood level, we calculate the listing count for each category to determine which lifestyles best fit each area.
Zumper, founded in 2012, is North America’s largest privately-owned rental platform, offering over 1 million listings across the U.S. and Canada. Stay informed on the latest trends and shifts in the rental market with our monthly National Rent Report, your go-to resource for key insights into the evolving rental landscape.
The average rent for 1 bedroom apartments for rent in Capitol East is $725 per month. There are 2 1 bedroom apartments for rent in Capitol East, IA.
The average rent for 2 bedroom apartments for rent in Capitol East is $1123 per month. Currently, there are 2 2 bedroom apartments for rent in Capitol East, IA.
The average rent price in Capitol East, IA for a 2 bedroom apartment is $1123 per month. Capitol East average rent price is below the average national apartment rent price which is $1750 per month for a 2 bedroom apartment. Aside from rent price, the cost of living in Capitol East is also important to know. Cost of living includes but is not limited to: groceries, gas, utilities, water, and electric.
The average size of a 1 bedroom apartment rental in Capitol East is 340 square feet. The average size of a 2 bedroom apartment rental in Capitol East is 904 square feet. The average size of a 3 bedroom apartment rental in Capitol East is 1244 square feet.
To help you better understand how much rent you can afford, check out Zumper's rent calculator. Our rent calculator can help you learn more about Capitol East average rent prices.
Studio apartments are the most common type of rentals in Capitol East, Des Moines, IA right now.
3 bedroom apartments are the least common type of rentals in Capitol East, Des Moines, IA right now.
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