Studio Apartments for Rent in Waterloo, IA (16 Rentals)

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Waterloo, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Waterloo?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Waterloo Studio Apartments | $961 | $550 | $1,300 |
Waterloo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,029 | $435 | $1,800 |
Waterloo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,286 | $645 | $3,433 |
Waterloo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,142 | $505 | $1,950 |
Waterloo 4 Bedroom Apartments | $970 | $425 | $1,700 |
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Waterloo Studio Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood
Availability Confirmed As of: April 28, 2025There are currently 6 available Studio apartment units in Waterloo, IA neighborhoods that range in price from $550 to $1,300. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Waterloo with the most available Studio apartments:
Neighborhood | Available Units | Median Price | Min Price |
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Downtown Waterloo | 6 | $700 | $550 |
Largest Available Waterloo Studio Apartments
The largest available Studio apartment unit in Waterloo, IA is found at Park Avenue Lofts in the Downtown Waterloo neighborhood and is 425 square feet priced from $1,100. Russell Lamson has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 396 square feet and currently listed start at $675. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in Waterloo:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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Park Avenue Lofts | Studio - AVAILABLE NOW! | 425 Sq Ft | $1,100 |
Russell Lamson | Studio | 396 Sq Ft | $675 |
Art Bloc | Studio | 388 Sq Ft | $1,200 |
University Manor | Luxary Studio (June '25) | 0 Sq Ft | $888 |
Cheapest Available Waterloo Studio Apartments
As of April 28, 2025 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Waterloo, IA is the Studio Model starting from $675 at Russell Lamson in the Downtown Waterloo neighborhood. The second most affordable Waterloo Studio is the Luxary Studio (June '25) Model at University Manor starting at $888 in the Downtown Cedar Falls neighborhood. The average price for all Studio apartments in Waterloo is currently $961. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Waterloo:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Russell Lamson | Studio | $675 |
University Manor | Luxary Studio (June '25) | $888 |
Park Avenue Lofts | Studio - AVAILABLE NOW! | $1,100 |
Art Bloc | Studio | $1,200 |
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Waterloo Overview
Black Hawk County, located in Iowa, is a beautiful part of the country. One of the jewels is Waterloo, IA, which is the county seat. Waterloo is not far from Cedar Falls, however, it still has beautiful living opportunities in its own right. If you are looking for apartments in Waterloo, Iowa, what do you need to know about this area? Take a look at some important information and find the best Waterloo apartments in the region.á
Why live in Waterloo, IA?
There are lots of reasons why people choose to live in the beautiful area of Waterloo. First, traffic is relatively light, allowing people to spend more time doing what they love instead of sitting in traffic. Next, the cost of living in Waterloo is very low. That is because real estate is not that expensive. Finally, there are lots of friendly people who live in Waterloo as well. Lots of people are willing to help each other out, making Waterloo a beautiful place for young professionals and family.á
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Getting Around Waterloo, IA
Walk Score®
47 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
53 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
24 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Studio Waterloo Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Waterloo with Studio?
Currently the most affordable Studio in Waterloo is at Russell Lamson listed at $675.
How much is the average rent for a Studio Waterloo Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Waterloo is $961.
What is the largest available Studio Waterloo Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Waterloo is a 425 square feet unit starting from $1,100 at Park Avenue Lofts.
What is the average size for Waterloo Studio Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Studio rental in Waterloo is currently 429 sq ft.
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