2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Ankeny, IA (80 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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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 1,427 square feet and currently listed start at $2,031. 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 AnkenyLedgewood1,427 Sq Ft$2,031
District Brownstone TownhomesDistrict Brownstones 2 Bed End Unit1,315 Sq Ft$1,875
Chalet at Prairie TrailChalet - Interior Non-Patio1,202 Sq Ft$1,575
Woodland Reserve Apartments2E 1187 sf1,187 Sq Ft$1,424
Tradition Pointe1,156 Sq Ft$1,353
Lake Shore ApartmentsB4 - Tahoe1,110 Sq Ft$1,377
Fieldstream Apartment HomesTwo Bedroom1,105 Sq Ft$1,329
Oakwood PlaceThe Ironwood1,025 Sq Ft$1,150

Cheapest Available Ankeny 2 Bedroom Apartments

As of June 29, 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 B3 Model at Lake Shore Park starting at $776 in the Georgetown neighborhood. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Ankeny is currently $1,482. 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
Lake Shore ParkB3$776
Village on State2BD LL$795
Applewood PropertiesTwo Bedroom$850
Belmont Manor2 BD Legacy$865
Timberland at CrestbruckTwo Bedroom A$944
Peach TreeB4 - PT$975
Lake Shore PlaceB1$981
Trilein Village Apartments2 BDRM-Remodel$988
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

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 $1,482.

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 1,074 sq ft.

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