
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Shelby, IA (61 Rentals)


Cardinal Lofts

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Valley View Estates

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TreeHouse

The Archive

River Park by Broadmoor

Highclere Apartments

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The Brandeis

Old Market Lofts

Skinner Macaroni Lofts
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Sherwood Forest Estates

Cottonwood Apartments

8 Street Apartments

Muse Omaha

Limelight at Sixteenth

Corvina Apartments

Deer Park

Colonial Plaza Apartments

RiverEast

Deerfield Apartments Council Bluffs
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NOVA Apartments

CopperCreek

Union at Bluffs Run

Hidden Bluffs Apartments

Riverbend - Newly Renovated! Call today!

Featherstone Apartments

Brickline at The Mercantile

Westwood Apartments

Nove Lofts

Breakers Omaha
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The Rochester Apartments

TipTop Apartments

30 Metro Apartments

1209 Maple St

Chapel Ridge-C Bluffs

Maple Second

NoDo

The Bluffs

913 Ave A
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120 N 30th St

605 Vine St

765 Avenue D

1211 6th Ave

3356 N 41st St

456 S Walnut St

425 Bancroft St

5411 N 24th St

4517 N 36th Ave
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Shelby, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Shelby?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shelby Studio Apartments | $1,193 | $815 | $1,974 |
| Shelby 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,186 | $575 | $2,698 |
| Shelby 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,570 | $700 | $4,281 |
| Shelby 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,644 | $1,200 | $2,504 |
| Shelby 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,345 | $679 | $3,036 |
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Largest Available Shelby and Nearby 2 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Shelby, IA is found at TipTop Apartments in the Old Market neighborhood and is 1,328 square feet priced from $1,875. Nove Lofts has the second largest 2 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,315 square feet and currently listed start at $1,695. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in Shelby:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| TipTop Apartments | Vera | 1,328 Sq Ft | $1,875 |
| Nove Lofts | 2BR/2.0BA | 1,315 Sq Ft | $1,695 |
| Valley View Estates | 2BR | 1,245 Sq Ft | $1,369 |
| The Brandeis | AC.2B.G | 1,244 Sq Ft | $1,254 |
| NOVA Apartments | Supernova | 1,222 Sq Ft | $2,095 |
| Breakers Omaha | Axis with Office | 1,206 Sq Ft | $1,728 |
| The Rochester Apartments | The Painter | 1,144 Sq Ft | $1,462 |
| Deer Park | Whitetail | 1,126 Sq Ft | $1,335 |
| Highclere Apartments | 2 Beds 2 Baths | 1,100 Sq Ft | $1,375 |
| The Archive | 2BR/2.0BA | 867 Sq Ft | $1,500 |
Cheapest Available Shelby and Nearby 2 Bedroom Apartments
As of August 04, 2026 the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Shelby, IA is the 2 BED / 1 BATH Model starting from $700 at 1209 Maple St . The second most affordable Shelby 2 Bedroom is the 2 BD Model at Westwood Apartments starting at $785 in the Council Bluffs neighborhood. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Shelby is currently $1,570. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in Shelby:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| 1209 Maple St | 2 BED / 1 BATH | $700 |
| Westwood Apartments | 2 BD | $785 |
| Cottonwood Apartments | 2X1S | $990 |
| Sherwood Forest Estates | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | $1,025 |
| Riverbend - Newly Renovated! Call today! | Two Bedroom / 1 Bath | $1,040 |
| Hidden Bluffs Apartments | 2X1 Garden | $1,095 |
| Featherstone Apartments | Two Bedroom | One Bath | $1,100 |
| Chapel Ridge-C Bluffs | Two Bedroom | $1,150 |
| The Brandeis | AC.2B.G | $1,254 |
| Deer Park | Prairie | $1,325 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom Shelby Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Shelby with 2 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in Shelby is at 1209 Maple St listed at $700.
How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Shelby Apartment?
The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Shelby is $1,570.
What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Shelby Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Shelby is a 1,328 square feet unit starting from $1,875 at TipTop Apartments.
What is the average size for Shelby 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Shelby is currently 970 sq ft.
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