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Highlights
- All utilities included
- New vinyl flooring
- Off street parking for one car
Location
1815 Lafayette St, Waterloo, IA 50703, USA
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Property Overview
1815 Lafayette St offers strong overall value, with an 8 out of 10 expert rating, top-tier scores for amenities and location, and excellent price balance. Notable features include all utilities included, new vinyl flooring, and off-street parking for one car, while nearby top-rated elementary and middle schools add convenience.
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
Less expensive- Elementary school nearby
- Middle school nearby
Floor plans
| 1815 Lafayette St - 4 | 1 bed | 1 bath | $400 /mo | # PRIVATE ROOM – NEW VINYL FLOORING – ALL UTILITIES INCLUDED – PARK VIEW! **1815 Lafayette Street | Waterloo, IA** Affordable private sleeping room located directly across from beautiful Lafayette Park! This single bedroom features **NEW VINYL FLOORING**, a private closet, and a view of Lafayette Park. A shared bathroom with a shower is conveniently located down the hallway. Enjoy affordable living with **ALL UTILITIES INCLUDED!** **ROOM FEATURES:** - Private sleeping room with closet - NEW VINYL FLOORING - View of Lafayette Park - Shared hallway bathroom with shower - Secure building - Off-street parking for one vehicle **ALL UTILITIES INCLUDED!** **CONVENIENT LOCATION:** Located directly across from Lafayette Park and within walking distance of Crystal Distribution, Cork's Grocery, and the Women's Center. **NO APPLICATION FEE!** PLEASE FILL OUT A FREE APPLICATION AT WWW RENT319 COM AND WE WILL CONTACT YOU TO SCHEDULE A SHOWING! |
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Amenities for 1815 Lafayette St
Apartment Amenities
| Electric | Gas Utilities |
| Heat | Hot Water |
| Trash Included | Utilities Included |
| Utilities/Sewer |
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Policies and fees
Applicants
Application Fee
Per-applicant. Agent application fee.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time.
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Building details
Property details
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About 1815 Lafayette St
# PRIVATE ROOM – NEW VINYL FLOORING – ALL UTILITIES INCLUDED – PARK VIEW! **1815 Lafayette Street | Waterloo, IA** Affordable private sleeping room located directly across from beautiful Lafayette Park! This single bedroom features **NEW VINYL FLOORING**, a private closet, and a view of Lafayette Park. A shared bathroom with a shower is conveniently located down the hallway. Enjoy affordable living with **ALL UTILITIES INCLUDED!** **ROOM FEATURES:** - Private sleeping room with closet - NEW VINYL FLOORING - View of Lafayette Park - Shared hallway bathroom with shower - Secure building - Off-street parking for one vehicle **ALL UTILITIES INCLUDED!** **CONVENIENT LOCATION:** Located directly across from Lafayette Park and within walking distance of Crystal Distribution, Cork's Grocery, and the Women's Center. **NO APPLICATION FEE!** PLEASE FILL OUT A FREE APPLICATION AT WWW RENT319 COM AND WE WILL CONTACT YOU TO SCHEDULE A SHOWING!
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 GoodWith a solid 8 out of 10 overall, 1815 Lafayette St is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1815 Lafayette St has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
Price·8A 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.
Scoring a 8/10, 1815 Lafayette St is a great option for renters looking for apartments in this neighborhood. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
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.
1815 Lafayette St goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including electric. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 1815 Lafayette St 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.
1815 Lafayette St 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 1815 Lafayette St 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 1815 Lafayette St compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.6 miles away
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.7 miles away
- Eco-friendly trash disposal
- This property has recycling pickup
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 0.9 miles away
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 5 photos available for this property
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Rent trends in Waterloo
1-bedroom apartments at 1815 Lafayette St cost about 41% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Waterloo.
Median rents as of Nov 7 2026.
Waterloo
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $1,100 |
| 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 | $825 |
| August 2026 | $736 |
| September 2026 | $798 |
| October 2026 | $825 |
| November 2026 | $849 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 1815 Lafayette St?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$16,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $16,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $400.
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Schools near 1815 Lafayette St
Highland Elementary School
812 idaho st
waterloo, IA, 50703
PK, K-5Public
C
Cedar Falls Virtual Campus
1002 w 1st st
cedar falls, IA, 50613
K-12Public
Bess Streeter Aldrich Elementary School
2526 ashworth dr
cedar falls, IA, 50613
PK, K-6Public
A
Neighborhood
Getting around Waterloo near 1815 Lafayette St
Walking
5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
6/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 1815 Lafayette St, Waterloo
Groceries
8/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk
Shopping
4/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
1/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
4/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
5/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk
High schools
3/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk
Nightlife
3/10
Some bars within walking distance
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