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Highlights
- Convenient location
- Flooring
Location
2539 Saint Francis Dr, Waterloo, IA 50702, USA
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Property Overview
St. Francis Drive Apartments offers a convenient location and flooring features that may appeal to renters looking for practical everyday living. The property’s overall profile appears straightforward, with the location standing out as a key advantage.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
High school nearby- Middle school nearby
- Less expensive
Floor plans
| 2BR/1.0BA | 2 bed | 1 bath | 750 sqft | $795 /mo | 1 unit available | Discover this ground-level, 2 Bedroom - 1 bathroom apartment in Waterloo, IA, offering a convenient location and secured entry for added peace of mind. The unit includes a dishwasher, spacious closets, and onsite coin laundry for practical everyday living. With straightforward access and efficient layout, this apartment is well-suited for those seeking a comfortable, practical home in a convenient setting. Schedule your showing today!! - -No smoking To qualify, applicant(s) must: -Provide minimum of 1 landlord reference that is not a friend or family member -Minimum of 1 year of employment -Credit score over 600 -Income must be 3x monthly rent -No prior evictions or felonies Applicants that fall below above criteria are subject to application denial. Disclaimer: Pictures represent unit layout. Flooring, paint color and fixtures may differ. |
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Amenities for St. Francis Drive Apartments
Apartment Amenities
| Air Conditioning | Ground Level |
| One Bathroom | Spacious Closet |
| Two Bedrooms |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | Fridge |
| Range | Refrigerator |
| Stove |
Building
| Controlled Access | Onsite Coin Laundry |
| Onsite Laundry |
Neighborhood
| Convenient Location |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
Policies and fees
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Not allowed
No pets allowed.
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 8 |
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About St. Francis Drive Apartments
Discover this ground-level, 2 Bedroom - 1 bathroom apartment in Waterloo, IA, offering a convenient location and secured entry for added peace of mind. The unit includes a dishwasher, spacious closets, and onsite coin laundry for practical everyday living. With straightforward access and efficient layout, this apartment is well-suited for those seeking a comfortable, practical home in a convenient setting. Schedule your showing today!! - -No smoking To qualify, applicant(s) must: -Provide minimum of 1 landlord reference that is not a friend or family member -Minimum of 1 year of employment -Credit score over 600 -Income must be 3x monthly rent -No prior evictions or felonies Applicants that fall below above criteria are subject to application denial. Disclaimer: Pictures represent unit layout. Flooring, paint color and fixtures may differ.
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.
8.6
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, St. Francis Drive Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, St. Francis Drive Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
Price·10A 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.
St. Francis Drive Apartments offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·9A 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.
St. Francis Drive Apartments goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including controlled access. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, St. Francis Drive Apartments receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
St. Francis Drive Apartments 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 St. Francis Drive Apartments does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A 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.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.
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 St. Francis Drive Apartments compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 1 mile away
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 1 mile away
- Less expensive
- The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Dishwasher
- Dishwasher available in kitchen
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in Waterloo
2-bedroom apartments at St. Francis Drive Apartments cost about 6% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Waterloo.
Median rents as of Jul 11 2026.
Waterloo
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| July 2024 | $1,200 |
| August 2024 | $1,200 |
| September 2024 | $1,187 |
| October 2024 | $1,187 |
| November 2024 | $1,120 |
| December 2024 | $1,106 |
| January 2025 | $1,100 |
| February 2025 | $1,062 |
| March 2025 | $1,100 |
| April 2025 | $1,100 |
| May 2025 | $1,100 |
| June 2025 | $1,072 |
| July 2025 | $975 |
| August 2025 | $1,100 |
| September 2025 | $1,105 |
| October 2025 | $991 |
| November 2025 | $841 |
| December 2025 | $666 |
| January 2026 | $600 |
| February 2026 | $692 |
| March 2026 | $696 |
| April 2026 | $836 |
| May 2026 | $700 |
| June 2026 | $606 |
| July 2026 | $849 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 2539 Saint Francis Dr?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income
$31,800/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $31,800 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $795.
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Schools near St. Francis Drive Apartments
Lou Henry Elementary School
312 rachael st
waterloo, IA, 50701
K-5Public
C+
Bess Streeter Aldrich Elementary School
2526 ashworth dr
cedar falls, IA, 50613
PK, K-6Public
A
Cedar Falls Virtual Campus
1002 w 1st st
cedar falls, IA, 50613
K-12Public
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Neighborhood
Getting around Waterloo near 2539 Saint Francis Dr
Walking
6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
4/10
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 2539 Saint Francis Dr, Waterloo
Groceries
5/10
At least one supermarket within a 20-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
3/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
4/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
9/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk
Nightlife
2/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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