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Highlights

  • Rent Special
  • Pet Friendly

Location

130 Columbia St W, Waterloo, ON N2L 0G6, CAN|Downtown Waterloo
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The HUB GEOWAVE

Leasing office

(226) 807-5112

Property Overview

The HUB GEOWAVE is a highly rated property with strong value, standout amenities, and a convenient location, supported by a solid quality score and trustworthy listing details. It also offers a photo-rich presentation and is noted for sustainability, pet friendliness, and work-from-home appeal through nearby transit, outdoor spaces, high-speed internet, utilities included, and a quiet 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

9.0
Excellent
The HUB GEOWAVE is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Price and Amenities, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.

Things you’ll love

  • Dishwasher
  • Elevator
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Work-from-home
  • Pet owners
  • Eco living

Floor plans

1 bedroom1 bed1 bath570 sqft$1,829 /mo1 unit available
2 Bedroom (Type C)2 bed2 bath661 sqft$2,488 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for The HUB GEOWAVE

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningBalcony
Central Air ConditioningCentral Heat
FurnishedHeat
Hot WaterTrash Included
Utilities/SewerView
Vinyl Plank Floors

Appliances

DishwasherDishwasher Available
FridgeIn-Unit Laundry
Individual ThermostatsStove

Tech

Internet IncludedInternet Ready
Utilities: Broadband Internet

Building

Cats OKControlled Access
Dogs OKElevator
Garage with Bike RackNo Smoking Allowed
Onsite LaundryVideo Surveillance
Wheelchair Accessible

Grounds

Garage Parking

Neighborhood

Public TransitShopping Nearby

Other

Geothermal Heating and Cooling
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

Deposit

One-time.

$1,829–$2,488

OPTIONAL FEES

Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

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Parking Policy

Surface Lot

Garage Lot

Surface Lot

Parking Fee

Monthly. 2 surface lots max.

$100

Garage Lot

Parking Fee

Monthly. 2 garage lots max.

$130

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Building details

Property details

Year built2017
Lease terms12 months
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About The HUB GEOWAVE

Managed by The HUB GEOWAVE
HomeApartments in WaterlooDowntown Waterloo The HUB GEOWAVE

Discover unparalleled living and sustainability at The HUB GEOWAVE, Waterloo's premier geothermal residential community. Our state-of-the-art geothermal heating and cooling system ensures eco-friendly living while maintaining optimal comfort year-round. At street level, a diverse array of commercial vendors awaits, offering a variety of shopping and dining options just steps from your door. Experience the convenience of our heated central promenade, designed to melt ice during winter months, providing safe and accessible pathways to all shops, all year. Choose from a wide range of suite styles tailored to suit every lifestyle, each thoughtfully designed with modern finishes and high-quality appliances. Our fully furnished apartments feature floor-to-ceiling windows, granite countertops, and high-speed Wi-Fi, ensuring a seamless living experience. Elevate your living experience at The HUB GEOWAVE. Eight extraordinary buildings, one vibrant community; the nexus that bridges our work, community, health and everyday life.


Year Built: 2017

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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.
9.0
/10
Excellent
The HUB GEOWAVE is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Price and Amenities, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.
How we rated The HUB GEOWAVE
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.
The HUB GEOWAVE 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·10A 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.
The HUB GEOWAVE stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed, furnished rental—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
The HUB GEOWAVE 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·7A 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 it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust The HUB GEOWAVE to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
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.

The HUB GEOWAVE is great for:

Work-from-home

  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • Utilities included in the rent
  • Quiet environment with little noise pollution

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property

Eco living

  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • Public transit available nearby
  • Thermostats
  • On-site recycling or composting options

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 The HUB GEOWAVE compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Elevator
Improved accessibility features
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors

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Rent trends in Downtown Waterloo

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 7% lower than 1-bedrooms in Downtown Waterloo.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at The HUB GEOWAVE to be 24% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Downtown Waterloo.

Median rents as of Jun 13 2026.
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A table of studio rental data trends in Waterloo
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$895
July 2024$895
August 2024$895
September 2024$895
October 2024$895
November 2024$895
December 2024$895
January 2025$895
February 2025$895
March 2025$895
April 2025$895
May 2025$825
June 2025$795
July 2025$795
August 2025$788
September 2025$795
October 2025$795
November 2025$795
December 2025$795
January 2026$920
February 2026$795
March 2026$795
April 2026$795
May 2026$786
June 2026$773
A table of studio rental data trends in Downtown Waterloo
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$895
July 2024$895
August 2024$895
September 2024$870
October 2024$882
November 2024$895
December 2024$895
January 2025$895
February 2025$895
March 2025$875
April 2025$795
May 2025$795
June 2025$795
July 2025$768
August 2025$1,027
September 2025$795
October 2025$1,173
November 2025$1,428
December 2025$1,418
January 2026$1,245
February 2026$795
May 2026$750
June 2026$750

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 130 Columbia St W?

Bedrooms

Rent-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

$73,160/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $73,160 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,829.
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Getting around Waterloo near 130 Columbia St W

Walking

6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

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

Transit

5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 130 Columbia St W, Waterloo

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

6/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

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

Parks

7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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