
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Ankeny, IA (102 Rentals)


The Franklin Apartments

The Standard at Prairie Trail

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The Standard at 36th

Brick Towne at Piper

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Lake Shore Apartments

Fieldstream Apartment Homes

Brick Towne at Signature Village
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Sterling at Prairie Trail North

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Woodland Reserve Apartments

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Avondale Trace Condos

Ashbrooke

Aspen Ridge Townhomes

Chalet at Prairie Trail

Uptown Lofts

1114 SE Belmont Dr
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The District Brownstones

Windsor Village Condos

Prairie Lakes

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Lake Shore Park

Timberland at Crestbruck

Trestle Corner Townhomes

Trilein Village Apartments

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Delaware Crossing Apartments & Townhomes

Northgate Apartments

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State Street Lofts

Ledgestone Townhomes

Northpointe Townhomes

1218 SE Belmont Dr

Tradition Pointe

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Lake Shore Place

310 NW Chapel Dr

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209 NE 23rd Ln

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3119 SW Sharmin Lane

2009 NW Hickory Ln

3161 SW Sharmin Ln

166 NE 23rd Ln

213 NE 23rd Ln

212 NW Arlan Dr

2009 NW Hickory Ln

401 SW Elm St

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Ankeny, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Ankeny?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ankeny Studio Apartments | $1,018 | $695 | $1,150 |
| Ankeny 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,250 | $795 | $2,058 |
Ankeny 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,485 | $795 | $2,549 |
| Ankeny 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,975 | $685 | $6,620 |
| Ankeny 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,002 | $600 | $2,300 |
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Largest Available Ankeny 2 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Ankeny, IA is found at Sterling at Prairie Trail North in the Springwood neighborhood and is 1,338 square feet priced from $1,795. Savannah at Ankeny in the Outer West Des Moines Urbandale neighborhood has the second largest 2 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,298 square feet and currently listed start at $1,742. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in Ankeny:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sterling at Prairie Trail North | Marigold | 1,338 Sq Ft | $1,795 |
| Savannah at Ankeny | B1 - Private Patio & 2-Car Garage | 1,298 Sq Ft | $1,742 |
| Chalet at Prairie Trail | Chalet - End Non-Patio | 1,202 Sq Ft | $1,700 |
| Woodland Reserve Apartments | 2E 1187 sf | 1,187 Sq Ft | $1,254 |
| 1520 NW Irvinedale Dr | 2BR/2.0BA | 1,164 Sq Ft | $1,475 |
| Aspen Ridge Townhomes | Aspen Ridge Deck Interior | 1,160 Sq Ft | $1,600 |
| Trestle Corner Townhomes | TCT 2 Bed Non-Deck Interior | 1,158 Sq Ft | $1,600 |
| Northpointe Townhomes | NP 2 Bed 2-Car Non-Deck End | 1,158 Sq Ft | $1,650 |
| Tradition Pointe | 1,156 Sq Ft | $1,353 | |
| Lake Shore Apartments | B2 - Ozarks | 1,110 Sq Ft | $1,424 |
Cheapest Available Ankeny 2 Bedroom Apartments
As of April 06, 2026 the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Ankeny, IA is the 2 Bed / 2 Bath Model starting from $675 at Campus View Student Housing in the Springwood neighborhood. The second most affordable Ankeny 2 Bedroom is the 2 BDRM Model at Trilein Village Apartments starting at $800 in the Georgetown neighborhood. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Ankeny is currently $1,485. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in Ankeny:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Campus View Student Housing | 2 Bed / 2 Bath | $675 |
| Trilein Village Apartments | 2 BDRM | $800 |
| Village on State | 2BD LL | $845 |
| Applewood Properties | Two Bedroom | $875 |
| Maple Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | $895 |
| 3274 E Euclid Ave | 2 bed 1 bath | $925 |
| Delaware Crossing Apartments & Townhomes | 2Bedroom/1Bath | $935 |
| Timberland at Crestbruck | Two Bedroom A | $951 |
| Pine Meadows | B1 Classic | $975 |
| Lake Shore Park | B5 | $1,004 |
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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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom Ankeny Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Ankeny with 2 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in Ankeny is at Campus View Student Housing listed at $675.
How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Ankeny Apartment?
The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Ankeny is $1,485.
What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Ankeny Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Ankeny is a 1,338 square feet unit starting from $1,795 at Sterling at Prairie Trail North.
What is the average size for Ankeny 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Ankeny is currently 1,028 sq ft.
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