
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Fairfax, IA (55 Rentals)


Rose Cottage Villas

Cedar River Tower Apartments

The Retreat on 6th

Jacolyn Corner Condos Apartments

Westgate Apartments

Cypress Pointe
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Raintree Apartments

Shamrock Apartments

Campus View and Kirkwood Court

Cedar River Bluffs Apartments

Alexandra Apartments

Stone Ridge Apartments & Townhomes

Union at Wiley

Heartland Commons

Pheasant Run Apartments
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The Avenue

Ashton Flats

Cedar River Bluffs Townhomes

3200-3201 G Ave NW

Anderson Green I

Edgewood

Goldfinch Meadows
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Kingston Village Apartments

1209 O Ave Pl NE

5016 1st Ave NW

182 14th Ave SW

2903 Oakland Rd NE

124 10th St SW

1711 E Ave NE

920 F Ave NW

822 16th St SE

826 16th St SE
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1232 11th St NW

2222 1st Ave NE

806 Wellington St SE

3820 37th Ave SW

526 7th Ave SW

Cedar Terrace (Manufactured Home Community)
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Fairfax, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Fairfax?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairfax Studio Apartments | $725 | $705 | $745 |
| Fairfax 1 Bedroom Apartments | $836 | $468 | $1,295 |
Fairfax 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,060 | $450 | $2,199 |
| Fairfax 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,288 | $425 | $2,056 |
| Fairfax 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,228 | $1,090 | $1,338 |
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Largest Available Fairfax and Nearby 2 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Fairfax, IA is found at Cedar River Bluffs Townhomes in the Usher's Ferry Historic Village neighborhood and is 1,250 square feet priced from $1,725. The Avenue has the second largest 2 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,111 square feet and currently listed start at $1,175. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in Fairfax:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cedar River Bluffs Townhomes | 2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom | 1,250 Sq Ft | $1,725 |
| The Avenue | The Avenue | 1,111 Sq Ft | $1,175 |
| Anderson Greene I | 2 Bedroom Apartment | 1,082 Sq Ft | $1,165 |
| Ashton Flats | The Benton 60% | 1,028 Sq Ft | $1,237 |
| Goldfinch Meadows | Medium 2 BR/ 1 BA | 1,020 Sq Ft | $775 |
| Shamrock Apartments | Arrowridge large 2 bedroom | 972 Sq Ft | $855 |
| Cedar River Bluffs Apartments | 2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom | 960 Sq Ft | $1,525 |
| Westgate Apartments | Two Bedroom | 900 Sq Ft | $975 |
| Westcove | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 895 Sq Ft | $900 |
| Union at Wiley | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 855 Sq Ft | $995 |
Cheapest Available Fairfax and Nearby 2 Bedroom Apartments
As of December 08, 2025 the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Fairfax, IA is the 2 bedroom Model starting from $715 at Apache Park in the Young's Hill neighborhood. The second most affordable Fairfax 2 Bedroom is the Shamrock medium 2 bedroom Model at Shamrock Apartments starting at $755 in the Usher's Ferry Historic Village neighborhood. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Fairfax is currently $1,060. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in Fairfax:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Apache Park | 2 bedroom | $715 |
| Shamrock Apartments | Shamrock medium 2 bedroom | $755 |
| Goldfinch Meadows | Small 2 BR/ 1 BA Flat | $760 |
| The Malory Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | $840 |
| Westcove | 2 Bed 1 Bath | $900 |
| Campus View and Kirkwood Court | Kirkwood Court 2 Bedroom - Premium - Joint Lease | $920 |
| Westgate Apartments | Two Bedroom | $975 |
| Prairie Reserve | 2x1 Bluff | $986 |
| Union at Wiley | 2 Bed 2 Bath | $995 |
| The Avenue | Terrace | $1,125 |
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Getting Around Fairfax, IA
Walk Score®
13 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
26 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom Fairfax Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Fairfax Apartment?
The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Fairfax is $1,060.
What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Fairfax Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Fairfax is a 1,250 square feet unit starting from $1,725 at Cedar River Bluffs Townhomes.
What is the average size for Fairfax 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Fairfax is currently 873 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
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