
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Shelby, IA (63 Rentals)


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Valley View Estates

TreeHouse

River Park by Broadmoor

Highclere Apartments

The Brandeis

Old Market Lofts

TipTop Apartments

Skinner Macaroni Lofts
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Sherwood Forest Estates

Deerfield

Cottonwood Apartments

8 Street Apartments

Muse Omaha

Corvina Apartments

Union at Bluffs Run

Deer Park

Brickline

CopperCreek
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RiverEast

Brickline at The Mercantile

Featherstone Apartments

Hidden Bluffs Apartments

Westwood Apartments

Nove Lofts

Breakers Omaha

Nichol Flats

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Chapel Ridge-C Bluffs

3633 Avenue A

The Bluffs

Maple Second

NoDo

913 Ave A

505 Pearl St

313 Pullen Ave

2519 S 12th St

4411 Commercial Ave
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1211 Howard St

4512 Navajo St

2237 N 38th St

621 Mill St

6005 N 30th St

4738 N 40th St

2005 Edward R Danner Plz

2577 Ida St

4922 N 35th St
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 | $1,542 | $900 | $4,434 |
| Shelby 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,251 | $575 | $3,327 |
| Shelby 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,620 | $749 | $3,756 |
| Shelby 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,770 | $1,050 | $3,648 |
| Shelby 4 Bedroom Apartments | $861 | $649 | $1,646 |
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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 The Brandeis in the Old Market neighborhood and is 1,481 square feet priced from $1,300. TipTop Apartments has the second largest 2 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,324 square feet and currently listed start at $2,030. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in Shelby:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Brandeis | AC.2B.2B.G | 1,481 Sq Ft | $1,300 |
| TipTop Apartments | Genevieve | 1,324 Sq Ft | $2,030 |
| Capitol Place Apartments | 2B Bed | 1,322 Sq Ft | $2,150 |
| River Park by Broadmoor | Loup | 1,277 Sq Ft | $1,795 |
| Nove Lofts | 2BR/2.0BA | 1,271 Sq Ft | $1,895 |
| Valley View Estates | 2BR | 1,245 Sq Ft | $1,369 |
| Corvina Apartments | The Omaha | 1,232 Sq Ft | $2,182 |
| Brickline at The Mercantile | B2.4 | 1,206 Sq Ft | $2,719 |
| Breakers Omaha | Eddy | 1,150 Sq Ft | $1,862 |
| Deer Park | Whitetail | 1,126 Sq Ft | $1,335 |
Cheapest Available Shelby and Nearby 2 Bedroom Apartments
As of March 17, 2026 the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Shelby, IA is the 2 Bed 1 Bath Model starting from $900 at 3633 Avenue A in the Old Market neighborhood. The second most affordable Shelby 2 Bedroom is the 2X1S Model at Cottonwood Apartments starting at $970 . The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Shelby is currently $1,620. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in Shelby:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| 3633 Avenue A | 2 Bed 1 Bath | $900 |
| Cottonwood Apartments | 2X1S | $970 |
| Riverbend - Newly Renovated! Call today! | Two Bedroom / 1 Bath | $990 |
| Sherwood Forest Estates | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | $1,025 |
| The Bluffs | Townhome | $1,075 |
| RiverEast | Two Bedroom | $1,080 |
| Hidden Bluffs Apartments | 2X1 Balcony | $1,095 |
| Featherstone Apartments | Two Bedroom | One Bath | $1,100 |
| Deerfield | Two Bedroom 22A | $1,126 |
| Deer Park | Prairie | $1,199 |
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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 3633 Avenue A listed at $900.
How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Shelby Apartment?
The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Shelby is $1,620.
What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Shelby Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Shelby is a 1,481 square feet unit starting from $1,300 at The Brandeis.
What is the average size for Shelby 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Shelby is currently 971 sq ft.
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