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Apartments for Rent in Capitol Heights, MD under $1200

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  • a living room with a couch and a table
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    4113 Southern Avenue, Capitol Heights, MD 20743
    1 BED $1,177+
  • our apartments have a spacious courtyard with green grass and trees
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    1 Cindy Lane Apt. #102, Capitol Heights, MD 20743
    Income Restricted
    1 BED $1,160
  • A living room with a black couch, a coffee table, and a large painting on the wall.
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    1201 Benning Rd, Capitol Heights, MD 20743
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    1 BED $1,166
  • a living room with couches and chairs and a fireplace
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    1207 Addison Road, Capitol Heights, MD 20743
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    1 BED $726+
  • a large brick building with a tree in front of it
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    6606 Greig St, Seat Pleasant, MD 20743
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  • a playground with a purple and orange swing set
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    1418 Karen Blvd, Capitol Heights, MD 20743
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  • Apartment building with a blue awning on the second floor.
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    5029 B Street, SE, Washington, DC 20019
    STUDIO $1,140
  • A white house with a black fence and a bare tree in front.
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    15 46Th Place, Washington, DC 20019
    2 BEDS $1,028
  • A kitchen with wooden cabinets and a black countertop.
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    5000 Hunt Street NE, Washington, DC 20019
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    1 BED $1,125
  • 17 46Th Place 2 Beds Apartment for Rent
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    17 46Th Place, Washington, DC 20019
    2 BEDS $1,130+
  • A row of red brick houses with green lawns in front.
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    187 35Th Street Northeast, Washington, DC 20019
    1 BED $1,115
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  • A row of red brick houses with green lawns in front.
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    121 35Th Street Northeast, Washington, DC 20019
    1 BED $924+
  • A row of red brick houses with green lawns in front.
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    109 35Th Street Northeast, Washington, DC 20019
    1 BED $1,199
  • 2929 Nash Place Southeast 1 Bed Apartment for Rent
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    2929 Nash Place Southeast, Washington, DC 20019
    1 BED $1,111
  • A dining room with a round table and chairs.
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    3815 St Barnabas Rd, Silver Hill, MD 20746
    1 BED $850
  • A living room with a white sofa, a wooden coffee table, a flat screen TV, and a dining table with chairs.
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    2300 Marion Barry Ave SE, Washington, DC 20020
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  • A kitchen with a table and a couch in the living room.
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    3707 37Th Pl, Brentwood, MD 20722
    1 BED $700
  • A red brick house with a green arched entrance gate.
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    1419-1421 Minnesota Avenue Southeast, Washington, DC 20020
    1 BED $1,200
  • A kitchen with a stove top oven and a refrigerator.
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    4008 38Th Street, Brentwood, MD 20722
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    STUDIO $1,066
  • A kitchen with a stove, oven, dishwasher, refrigerator, microwave, and cabinets.
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    11 8Th Street SE, Washington, DC 20003
    STUDIO $250+
  • A bridge with a unique design spans across a body of water.
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    900 5Th ST SE, Washington, DC 20003
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    1 BED $174+
  • A kitchen with a white door and a white microwave.
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    319 A Street NE, Washington, DC 20002
    STUDIO $200
  • a kitchen with white cabinets and a refrigerator and a door
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    423 Mellon St SE, Washington, DC 20032
    1 BED $1,200
  • a living room with a white table and chairs
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    1530 First Street SW, Washington, DC 20024
    Income Restricted
    1 BED $1,134
  • A kitchen with a stainless steel oven and wooden cabinets.
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    1520 N. Capital St. NW, Washington, DC 20005
    Income Restricted
    STUDIO $720+
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Getting around in Capitol Heights, MD

38 /100
Car-Dependent
23 /100
Somewhat Bikeable
Walk Score®: 38, Bike Score®: 23

Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in Capitol Heights, MD last updated?

Prices and availability in Capitol Heights, MD were last updated on 23 Nov 2025.

What are the best apartments in Capitol Heights, MD?

The best apartments in Capitol Heights, MD are: Penn Southern, South Hill, Woods at Addison, Central Gardens II and Glen Willow Apartments.

What type of rental buildings are in Capitol Heights, MD?

In Capitol Heights, 30% of the residents are renting compared to 70% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 34% of Capitol Heights’s rentals, 29% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 37% are single-family rentals.

Search for apartments in Capitol Heights, MD under $1,200

There’s more than one way to spend $1,200 on rent in Capitol Heights, MD, so the first step is to start thinking about what you really want from your new home. Be mindful of what makes you tick. Look for 2 bedroom apartments for rent for less than $1,200 if you want to share your living space and don’t mind being further away from the city center. Search for 3 bedroom apartments if you’re moving in with family or planning to share part of your life and living expenses with more friends. If city bustle is what you live for, you might want to search for a studio or 1 bedroom apartment closer to the city center.

The perfect $1,200 rental near you

Don’t dismiss the idea of a studio just because it sounds small and featureless: studios come in many shapes and sizes, and it only takes a few strikes of creativity to go from drab to lively. If an all-in-one-room apartment spells total lack of privacy for you, have a look at the 1 bedroom apartments for rent in Capitol Heights, MD. Customize your search by using more RentCafe filters. Decide what amenities you can’t live without and focus your search on the apartments that offer them. Are you bringing in a pet? Narrow your options to pet-friendly apartments for rent. Want more windows so that natural light floods your home? Hardwood floors or plush carpet in the living area? There are 25 apartments for rent below $1,200 in Capitol Heights, MD for every taste. Decide what you need, stay focused, and you’re bound to find your perfect apartment in no time.

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