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Highlights

  • New appliances
  • Tile kitchen floor
  • Ac provided
  • Living room
  • Dining room
  • Refinished hardwood floors

Location

309 Allen St, Waterloo, IA 50701, USA|Church Row Historic
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Management

Rock Star Real Estate

Leasing office

(844) 432-0256 ext. 2194

Property Overview

309 Allen Street is a well-rated rental with strong marks for value, amenities, location, and overall quality. It features new appliances, a tile kitchen floor, AC, a living room, a dining room, and refinished hardwood floors, and it also stands out for its value for money and proximity to a top-rated elementary school.

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.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 309 Allen Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 309 Allen Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • Less expensive
  • Laundry available on site

Floor plans

309 Allen Street - Apt #...1 bed1 bath$550 /mo1 bed main floor, corner apartment of newly rehabbed building at 309 Allen St #112 in West Waterloo. Building has new parking lot, coin laundry available on site, and security camera system. Apartment includes fridge, stove, and microwave. Air conditioning provided. - No dogs are being taken as a pet - Will check rental history and landlord references

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Amenities for 309 Allen Street

Building

Onsite Laundry
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One-time.

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About 309 Allen Street

HomeApartments in WaterlooChurch Row Historic 309 Allen Street

1 bed main floor, corner apartment of newly rehabbed building at 309 Allen St #112 in West Waterloo. Building has new parking lot, coin laundry available on site, and security camera system. Apartment includes fridge, stove, and microwave. Air conditioning provided. - No dogs are being taken as a pet - Will check rental history and landlord references


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.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 309 Allen Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 309 Allen Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 309 Allen Street
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, 309 Allen Street is a great option for renters looking for apartments in Church Row Historic. 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.
309 Allen Street goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including onsite laundry. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 309 Allen Street 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.
309 Allen 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·9A 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.
309 Allen Street has a few standout characteristics that set it apart from similar properties nearby. Having both verified status and features that cater to discerning renters, this is a great option for renters looking for a specific and exceptional lifestyle.
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.
309 Allen 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.

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 309 Allen Street compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.3 mile away
Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 2 miles away

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Rent trends in Church Row Historic

1-bedroom apartments at 309 Allen Street cost about 12% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Church Row Historic.

Median rents as of Sep 12 2026.
Church Row Historic
Waterloo
A table of studio rental data trends in Waterloo
MonthMedian Rent
September 2024$1,150
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$825
August 2026$736
September 2026$795
A table of studio rental data trends in Church Row Historic
MonthMedian Rent
December 2025$590
January 2026$550

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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$22,000/yr

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Schools near 309 Allen Street

Irving Elementary School

1115 w 5th st

waterloo, IA, 50702

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
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Neighborhood

Church Row Historic | Waterloo, IA

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

Getting around Waterloo near 309 Allen St

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

6/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

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 309 Allen St, Waterloo

Groceries

8/10
Wide variety of groceries within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Shopping

5/10
Variety of shops within a short drive

Cafes

3/10
Some cafés within a short drive

Restaurants

6/10
Variety of restaurants within a short drive

Primary schools

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

High schools

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

Nightlife

6/10
Variety of bars within a short drive

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