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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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1211 NE Windsor Dr
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1211 NE Windsor Dr

1211 NE Windsor 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 State Street Lofts in the Georgetown neighborhood and is 1,500 square feet priced from $1,400. Redwood Ankeny in the Hayes Acres neighborhood has the second largest 2 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,343 square feet and currently listed start at $1,734. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in Ankeny:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
State Street LoftsSS 2 bed units interior1,500 Sq Ft$1,400
Redwood AnkenyHaydenwood1,343 Sq Ft$1,734
District Brownstone TownhomesDistrict Brownstones 2 Bed Interior Unit1,315 Sq Ft$1,775
Sterling at Prairie Trail NorthSunflower Townhome B1,302 Sq Ft$1,850
Savannah at AnkenyB11,298 Sq Ft$1,841
Chalet at Prairie TrailChalet - Interior Non-Patio1,202 Sq Ft$1,575
Aspen Ridge TownhomesAspen Ridge Non-Deck End1,160 Sq Ft$1,600
Trestle Corner TownhomesTCT 2 Bed Deck Interior1,158 Sq Ft$1,700
The Sterling at Prairie Trail - Phase 1Napa Townhome1,158 Sq Ft$1,715

Cheapest Available Ankeny 2 Bedroom Apartments

As of August 05, 2025 the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Ankeny, IA is the 2 Bed / 2 Bath Model starting from $500 at Campus View Student Housing in the Springwood neighborhood. The second most affordable Ankeny 2 Bedroom is the 2 BD Legacy Model at Village on State starting at $845 in the Georgetown neighborhood. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Ankeny is currently $1,448. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in Ankeny:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Campus View Student Housing2 Bed / 2 Bath$500
Village on State2 BD Legacy$845
Applewood PropertiesTwo Bedroom$850
Trilein Village Apartments2 BDRM$860
Chapel Apartments2 BD Legacy$865
Lake Shore ParkB5$895
Belmont Manor2 BR Central Air Balcony$925
Timberland at CrestbruckTwo Bedroom A$953
Lake Shore PlaceB1$965
Maple Apartments2BR/1.0BA$995

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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 #11

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

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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 $1,448.

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

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Ankeny is a 1,500 square feet unit starting from $1,400 at State Street Lofts.

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

The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Ankeny is currently 1,067 sq ft.

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