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The average rent in Waterloo, as of June 2026, is up 1.09% compared to last month but down 2.4% year-over-year.
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28m ago
2 beds
1 bath
$850
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28m ago
2 beds
1 bath
$850
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2h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$700
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3h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$625
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3h ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,200
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4h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$645
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16h ago
2 beds
1 bath
$815
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19h ago
2 beds
1 bath
$740
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19h ago
2 beds
1 bath
$795
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22h ago
2 beds
2 baths
$1,295
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22h ago
2 beds
1 bath
$850
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23h ago
2 beds
1 bath
$825–$845
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1d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$825
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1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$825
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1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$695
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2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$615
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2d ago
Church Row Historic house for rent in Waterloo
2 beds
1 bath
$800
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2d ago
Apartment for rent in Waterloo
2 beds
1 bath
$1,100
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2d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$695–$725
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2d ago
2 beds
2 baths
$1,600
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3d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,100
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3d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$795
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3d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$795
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4d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$725
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4d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$730
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5d+ ago
2 beds
1 bath
$775
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5d+ ago
1 bed
1 bath
$650
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5d+ ago
2 beds
1 bath
$825
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5d+ ago
2539 W 3rd St, Waterloo, IA 50701
Garage parking | Balcony | Dishwasher
3 beds
2 baths
$1,625
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
2 beds
1 bath
$850
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
2 beds
1 bath
$775
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5d+ ago
House for rent in Waterloo
3 beds
1.5 baths
$1,250
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5d+ ago
House for rent in Waterloo
3 beds
1 bath
$975
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5d+ ago
House for rent in Waterloo
3 beds
1 bath
$1,500
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5d+ ago
House for rent in Waterloo
2 beds
1 bath
$895
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5d+ ago
House for rent in Waterloo
3 beds
1 bath
$900
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5d+ ago
House for rent in Waterloo
3 beds
2 baths
$1,050
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5d+ ago
Church Row Historic townhouse for rent in Waterloo
2 beds
1 bath
$825
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5d+ ago
House for rent in Waterloo
1 bed
1 bath
$800
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5d+ ago
Church Row Historic townhouse for rent in Waterloo
2 beds
1 bath
$775
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5d+ ago
Condo for rent in Waterloo
3 beds
3.5 baths
$1,795
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5d+ ago
Condo for rent in Waterloo
3 beds
2.5 baths
$1,975
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21h ago
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45 W Jefferson St, Waterloo, IA 50701
In-unit laundry | Assigned parking | Fitness center
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,360–$1,850
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2d ago
Verified
21 W Jefferson St, Waterloo, IA 50701
In-unit laundry | Balcony | Fitness center
1 bed
1 bath
$1,360–$1,800
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2d ago
Verified
1014 Leavitt St, Waterloo, IA 50702
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Assigned parking
2 beds
1 bath
$920–$1,200
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3d ago
Verified
6025 Donegal Cir, Waterloo, IA 50701
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Balcony
4 beds
2 baths
$450
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4d ago
Verified
1024 Leavitt St, Waterloo, IA 50702
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Assigned parking
2 beds
1 bath
$895
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5d+ ago
Verified
325 E Park Ave, Waterloo, IA 50703
On-site laundry | Fitness center | Dishwasher
Studio
1 bath
$1,100
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5d+ ago
Verified
1008 Leavitt St, Waterloo, IA 50702
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Walk-in closets
2 beds
1 bath
$920
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Waterloo residents appreciate the variety of activities available, from local parks to cultural events. Many enjoy the city's affordable housing options and the accessibility of amenities, highlighting the range of shopping and dining experiences. There are also positive remarks about the schools and community resources available for families. However, some residents express concerns about the crime rate in certain neighborhoods, which can impact overall feelings of safety. Parking can also be a hassle in busier areas, adding to the challenges of city living.
Waterloo's 2025 rental market shows one-bedroom apartments averaging around $670 per month, while two-bedroom units average around $860 monthly. These figures represent increases of 1.9% and 2.1% respectively from the previous year.
April offers the best timing for apartment hunting in Waterloo, with the lowest seasonal rents and higher inventory availability creating less competition. July sees the highest rent prices, approximately 7% higher than April, while March and April are the most competitive months despite better pricing.
Church Row Historic and Downtown Waterloo lead Waterloo's social scene with strong transit connectivity and high walk scores for daily errands. Unity generates the highest consumer interest at 1.6 times the market average, while Franklin Gateway and Park Haven offer similar walkability and community-focused amenities.
Church Row Historic offers the most budget-friendly option with median rent around $650, representing 20% of Waterloo's rental market. Common Grounds provides another option with median rent around $860, still below the citywide average of around $870.
Waterloo offers strong pet-friendly options with 41% of listings welcoming pets. Common Grounds, Riverfront, Unity, and Gates Park stand out as particularly pet-welcoming neighborhoods, featuring dedicated pet waste stations, spacious outdoor areas, and no breed restrictions with regular community pet events.
Utilities are rarely included in Waterloo rental properties, appearing in less than 1% of all listings. Studios have the highest rate at approximately 0.3% of units, while other bedroom types range from 0.09% to 0.15% of available apartments.
Zumper’s proprietary rental data fuels our analysis. Rent and market trends, availability, neighborhood popularity, and lifestyle scores are all calculated using real-time and 2026 rental inventory and prices.
Our Lifestyle Categories ("great for eco-living," "great for social life," "great for pet owners," etc.) are determined by set criteria, against which we score each listing and its available features. At the neighborhood level, we calculate the listing count for each category to determine which lifestyles best fit each area.
Zumper, founded in 2012, is North America’s largest privately-owned rental platform, offering over 1 million listings across the U.S. and Canada. Stay informed on the latest trends and shifts in the rental market with our monthly National Rent Report, your go-to resource for key insights into the evolving rental landscape.
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