2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Ankeny, IA (83 Rentals)

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Walnut Ridge
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Walnut Ridge

201-217 NE 12th St PlAnkeny, IA 50021
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Fletcher Estates
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Fletcher Estates

205 NE Hayes DrAnkeny, IA 50021
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Trestle Crossing
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Trestle Crossing

2845 NW 20th LnAnkeny, IA 50023
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1520 NW Irvinedale Dr
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1520 NW Irvinedale Dr

1520 NW Irvinedale DrAnkeny, IA 50023
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Largest Available Ankeny 2 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Ankeny, IA is found at Redwood Ankeny in the Hayes Acres neighborhood and is 1,427 square feet priced from $2,011. District Brownstone Townhomes has the second largest 2 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,315 square feet and currently listed start at $1,725. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in Ankeny:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Redwood AnkenyLedgewood1,427 Sq Ft$2,011
District Brownstone TownhomesDistrict Brownstones 2 Bed Interior Unit1,315 Sq Ft$1,725
Savannah at AnkenyB11,298 Sq Ft$1,692
Chalet at Prairie TrailChalet - Interior Non-Patio1,202 Sq Ft$1,600
Woodland Reserve Apartments2E 1187 sf1,187 Sq Ft$1,227
Aspen Ridge TownhomesAspen Ridge Deck End1,160 Sq Ft$1,575
The Sterling at Prairie Trail - Phase 1Napa Townhome1,158 Sq Ft$1,715
Trestle Corner TownhomesTCT 2 Bed Non-Deck End1,158 Sq Ft$1,650
Northpointe TownhomesNP 2 Bed 2-Car Non-Deck Interior1,158 Sq Ft$1,600
Tradition Pointe1,156 Sq Ft$1,353

Cheapest Available Ankeny 2 Bedroom Apartments

As of September 20, 2025 the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Ankeny, IA is the 2BD LL Model starting from $845 at Village on State in the Georgetown neighborhood. The second most affordable Ankeny 2 Bedroom is the Two Bedroom Model at Applewood Properties starting at $850 . The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Ankeny is currently $1,408. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in Ankeny:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Village on State2BD LL$845
Applewood PropertiesTwo Bedroom$850
Trilein Village Apartments2 BDRM$860
Belmont Manor2 BR Central Air Lower Level$865
Lake Shore ParkB5$933
Timberland at CrestbruckTwo Bedroom A$934
Lake Shore PlaceB1$950
Maple Apartments2BR/1.0BA$950
Trailside Apartments2 Bedroom$1,020
Delaware Crossing Apartments & Townhomes2Bedroom/1Bath$1,125

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Ankeny Overview

Ankeny, Iowa is an amazing place to live with many opportunities for recreation, access to public transportation, as well as optimal seasonal weather. The town is a great place to raise a family and the town has even been recognized for this fact.

Why live in Ankeny, IA?

The town of Ankeny, Iowa is a very nice place to live because of it's focus on family and building a strong community. The city offers several opportunities for family recreation including hiking, classes, and events all year long. Because of the town's efforts to make the town a great place for families, Ankeny was recognized by Family Circle one of the top ten places in the US to live. A year later, the town placed #62 on the top 100 places to live in MONEY Magazine. If you want a great place to raise your family, choose Ankeny, Iowa.

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Ankeny, IA

Ranked #9

Among cities in Iowa for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Ankeny, IA

Walk Score®

42 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

41 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom Ankeny Apartments

How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Ankeny Apartment?

The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Ankeny is $1,408.

What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Ankeny Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Ankeny is a 1,427 square feet unit starting from $2,011 at Redwood Ankeny.

What is the average size for Ankeny 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Ankeny is currently 1,059 sq ft.

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