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Highlights

  • Stainless steel appliances
  • Near restaurants and entertainment
  • Coin laundry
  • Central air

Location

1298 Locust St, Dubuque, IA 52001, USA
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Management

Locators LTD

Leasing office

(844) 311-2074 ext. 4318

Property Overview

1298 Locust Street offers a strong overall value with an 8/10 expert rating, including a 9/10 for price and location and an 8/10 for amenities. It features stainless steel appliances, central air, and coin laundry, with easy access to restaurants, entertainment, parks, and a lively neighborhood setting.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.0
Very Good
With a solid 8 out of 10 overall, 1298 Locust Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1298 Locust Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • Extra storage

Great for

  • Social life

Floor plans

1298 Locust Street - 21 bed1 bath$875 /moBeautiful Historic well-maintained building! Walkthrough video at locatorsdbq. Gorgeous original woodwork in this 1 bedroom 1 bath apartment, near restaurants and entertainment. New carpet and kitchen flooring. Stainless steel appliances, central air, a community rear patio and ALL UTILITIES INCLUDED in rent. Coin laundry right outside your door for convenience! **No Pets** ** **To see the video go directly to our main listing at locatorsdbq** **Renter's Insurance is required on all our properties** **Once approved, your application is valid for 60 days** **We do full background checks** **Information within this ad is deemed reliable but not guaranteed** **Seeking qualified, long-term residents** **Must apply online directly through us - locatorsdbq**

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Amenities for 1298 Locust Street

Apartment Amenities

Utilities Included

Grounds

Storage
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Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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About 1298 Locust Street

HomeApartments in Dubuque 1298 Locust Street

Beautiful Historic well-maintained building! Walkthrough video at locatorsdbq. Gorgeous original woodwork in this 1 bedroom 1 bath apartment, near restaurants and entertainment. New carpet and kitchen flooring. Stainless steel appliances, central air, a community rear patio and ALL UTILITIES INCLUDED in rent. Coin laundry right outside your door for convenience! **No Pets** ** **To see the video go directly to our main listing at locatorsdbq** **Renter's Insurance is required on all our properties** **Once approved, your application is valid for 60 days** **We do full background checks** **Information within this ad is deemed reliable but not guaranteed** **Seeking qualified, long-term residents** **Must apply online directly through us - locatorsdbq**


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.0
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8 out of 10 overall, 1298 Locust Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1298 Locust Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 1298 Locust Street
Price·9A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
1298 Locust Street stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 1298 Locust Street is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
1298 Locust Street is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 1298 Locust Street does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
1298 Locust Street provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

1298 Locust Street is great for:

Social life

  • 88 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • A bustling neighborhood
  • Area has 23 parks and recreation options
  • 14 theaters, music venues, or sports arenas nearby

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How 1298 Locust Street compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.2 miles away
Extra storage
In-unit features

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1.1 miles away
Lacks images
Fewer than 5 photos available for this property

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Rent trends in Dubuque

1-bedroom apartments at 1298 Locust Street cost about 9% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Dubuque.

Median rents as of Oct 24 2026.
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A table of studio rental data trends in Dubuque
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$975
March 2025$1,002
April 2025$1,340
May 2025$1,360
June 2025$1,140
July 2025$1,040
August 2025$978
September 2025$1,200
October 2025$1,475
November 2025$1,405
December 2025$1,394
January 2026$1,420
February 2026$1,275
March 2026$525
April 2026$556
May 2026$515
June 2026$672
July 2026$850
August 2026$868
September 2026$852
October 2026$815

Affordability calculator

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$35,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $35,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $875.
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Schools near 1298 Locust Street

Prescott Elementary School

1151 white st

dubuque, IA, 52001

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Neighborhood

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Dubuque near 1298 Locust St

Walking

6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 1298 Locust St, Dubuque

Groceries

7/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

3/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

6/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

1/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

5/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk

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