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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly

Location

1008 Leavitt St, Waterloo, IA 50702, USA
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Management

Peach Basket, LLC

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Leasing office

(319) 315-2773

Property Overview

Leavitt Park Apartments stands out with a 9.6 Zumper Expert Rating, reflecting strong scores for price, amenities, location, quality, and trustworthiness. It is a pet-friendly community with outdoor spaces and nearby pet services, offering convenient access to a top-rated elementary school and a strong balance of value and features.

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

9.6
Excellent
Earning an outstanding 9.6 out of 10 overall rating, Leavitt Park Apartments is a shining example of a what an exceptional rental property looks like. Most noteworthy, it excels at Amenities and Location—these two characteristics alone make this property an excellent choice for anyone seeking an elevated lifestyle with few trade-offs.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • Outdoor space
  • Walk-in closet

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

***FIRST MONTH FREE!*** 2 Bed 1 Bath | Leavitt Park Apartments2 bed1 bath700 sqft$920 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for Leavitt Park Apartments

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningBathtub
Central Air ConditioningGas Heat
Living RoomLVP Flooring
ShowerWalk-in Closet
Water

Appliances

Electric RangeIn-Unit Laundry
RangeRefrigerator
Washer/Dryer Onsite

Building

Cats OKControlled Access
Dogs OKSewer
Smoke-free

Grounds

Off-Street ParkingOutdoor Space

Services

Garbage (Dumpster Service)Lawn Care
Online ServicesSnow Removal
Virtual Walkthrough

Other

Flexible LeaseOnline Maintenance Portal
Online Rent PaymentRenters Insurance Required
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Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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About Leavitt Park Apartments

HomeApartments in Waterloo Leavitt Park Apartments

Welcome to Leavitt Park Apartments, located in the vibrant city of Waterloo, IA. Our community offers a range of amenities designed to enhance your living experience. With our convenient online rent payment and maintenance portal, managing your apartment has never been easier. Rest assured knowing that our secured entry system provides a safe and secure environment for you and your furry friends, as we are a pet-friendly community. Enjoy the freedom of surface parking, ensuring that you always have a convenient place to park your vehicle. We understand the importance of a stress-free application process, which is why we offer a free application and a zero deposit alternative. At Leavitt Park Apartments, we prioritize your comfort and convenience.


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.
9.6
/10
Excellent
Earning an outstanding 9.6 out of 10 overall rating, Leavitt Park Apartments is a shining example of a what an exceptional rental property looks like. Most noteworthy, it excels at Amenities and Location—these two characteristics alone make this property an excellent choice for anyone seeking an elevated lifestyle with few trade-offs.
How we rated Leavitt Park Apartments
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.
Leavitt Park Apartments 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·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.
Leavitt Park Apartments 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—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·10A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Leavitt Park Apartments offers residents unparalleled convenience to popular points of interest, transportation, schools, and more, which provide an elevated quality of life. Communication with management is usually quick and easy, allowing for a more expedited application and renting process, saving you time and money.
Quality·10A 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.
Leavitt Park Apartments has notable characteristics that give it an edge. It is a verified property that stands out from others nearby as an exceptional choice for renters looking for a specific lifestyle. Offering a combination of prestige, modernity, and tailored living experiences, residents can expect nothing short of excellence at Leavitt Park Apartments.
Trustworthiness·9A 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.
Leavitt Park Apartments has gone above and beyond to craft a useful, detailed description, demonstrating transparency and trustworthiness, and giving renters a clear picture of what to expect from the property and its management, so they can make an informed decision about whether the rental meets their needs.

Leavitt Park Apartments is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 2 pet grooming services nearby
  • 3 pet supply stores near the property

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 Leavitt Park Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.3 mile away
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors
Walk-in closet
More closet space on average

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 2 miles away

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Rent trends in Waterloo

2-bedroom apartments at Leavitt Park Apartments cost about 8% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Waterloo.

Median rents as of Jun 6 2026.
Waterloo
A table of studio rental data trends in Waterloo
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$1,100
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$613

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$36,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $36,800 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $920.
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Schools near Leavitt Park Apartments

Irving Elementary School

1115 w 5th st

waterloo, IA, 50702

PK, 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

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

Getting around Waterloo near 1008 Leavitt St

Walking

6/10
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
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 1008 Leavitt St, Waterloo

Groceries

9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

2/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

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

High schools

2/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

Explore the area around 1008 Leavitt St

Guddi Mart
506 Byron Ave
City of Waterloo-Public Market
327 W 3rd St
Balkan Grocery
1816 Williston Ave
S International Market
822 Laporte Rd
Mooroo
3015 Kimball Ave

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