
Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Waterloo Neighborhood of Waterloo, IA from $500 (3 Rentals)
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Downtown Waterloo, Waterloo, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Downtown Waterloo?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown Waterloo 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $945 | $650 | $2,000 |
Downtown Waterloo 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $971 | $750 | $1,250 |
Downtown Waterloo 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,075 | $975 | $1,250 |
Downtown Waterloo 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,000 | $1,000 | $1,000 |
Browse Homes for Rent in this Neighborhood
There are currently 3 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Waterloo Neighborhood of Waterloo, IA.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Waterloo, IA
As of July 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Waterloo area is the $1.23 price per square foot 1st Month Free Model at Riverwalk Residences in the in the Downtown Waterloo neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value Downtown Waterloo apartment is the Corner Loft @ Grand Crossing Model at The Grand Crossing starting at $1,400 with a $1.88 price per square foot in the Downtown Waterloo neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Waterloo apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Riverwalk Residences | 1st Month Free | 2BR,2BA | $1.23 |
The Grand Crossing | Corner Loft @ Grand Crossing | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
Leavitt Park Apartments - Waterloo, IA | 2 Bed 1 Bath | Leavitt Park Apartments | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
Park Avenue Lofts | Loft - AVAILABLE NOW! | 1BR,1BA | $2.09 |
Russell Lamson | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.67 |
Art Bloc | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.04 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Waterloo
What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Waterloo?
There are currently 71 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Waterloo, IA with pricing that ranges from $550 to $2,500. There are also 36 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Waterloo ranging from $550 to $2,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Waterloo?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Waterloo ranges from $550 to $2,000 with an average monthly rent of $933.
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