1005 Forest Ave, Waterloo, IA 50702
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FOR SALE

1005 Forest Ave
Waterloo, IA 50702

  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 972 sqft

$140,000

$140,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
972 sqft

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Yes
Climate Control
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$144
Listed
55 days ago

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 1005 Forest Ave.
  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

About this House

Discover comfort and convenience with this charming home that blends classic character with everyday functionality. Nestled on a quiet, tree-lined street, this property offers a welcoming atmosphere from the moment you arrive. Inside, you’ll find a bright and inviting layout with spacious living areas, ideal for both relaxing and entertaining. Large windows fill the home with natural light, while the thoughtfully designed floor plan provides a seamless flow between rooms. The kitchen offers ample cabinet space and room to make it your own, whether you’re preparing weeknight meals or hosting guests. The bedrooms are comfortably sized, offering flexibility for family, guests, or a home office setup. Step outside to enjoy a well-manicured raised garden—perfect for growing your own vegetables, herbs, or flowers—and a covered outdoor living space that invites you to relax or entertain in comfort, rain or shine. Conveniently located near local schools, parks, shopping, and dining, this home offers easy access to everything Waterloo has to offer while maintaining a peaceful residential feel. Whether you’re a first-time buyer, downsizing, or looking for an investment opportunity, this is full of potential and ready to welcome you home.

Home Details for 1005 Forest Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: BlockNumber of Rooms: 3
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 972 Square Feet
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: NoneNo Fireplace

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltPatio / Porch: Covered
Parking & Garage
Number of Carport Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1GarageParking Spaces: 1Parking: 1 Stall,Detached Garage
Frontage
Road Surface Type: Mixed
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 43Days on Market: 55

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1911
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building
Construction Materials: Aluminum SidingNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Parcel Number: 891335206012

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $140,000Price Per Sqft: $144

Active Status

MLS Status: ACTIVE

Location

Direction & Address
City: Waterloo
School Information
Elementary School: Irving Elementary - WlooJr High / Middle School: CentralHigh School: West High - Waterloo

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 20262517

HOA

HOA Fee: No HOA Fee

Lot Information

Lot Area: 6534 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 20262517
Last check for updates: about 16 hours ago
Listing courtesy of Andrew G Wilson, (319) 269-8877
Oakridge Real Estate
Source: Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#20262517
Also Listed on Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID.

Market trends in Waterloo

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$187K
$10.67KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.2%
1.3%MoM
Price per sq ft
$126
$4MoM
Available listings
237
16MoM

Price History for 1005 Forest Ave

DatePriceEventSource
06/05/2026$140,000Listed For SaleNortheast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID #20262517
05/22/2003$74,500Sold
N/A

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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$1,837
Assessment$102,820
Home facts updated by county records

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Sold Date
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837 Williston Ave, Waterloo, IA
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1
976
1017 Forest Ave, Waterloo, IA
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$110,000
06/03/26
2
1
868
826 Williston Ave, Waterloo, IA
0.17
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$72,000
05/21/26
3
1
976
817 Western Ave, Waterloo, IA
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$82,000
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1
1,035
1013 Hawthorne Ave, Waterloo, IA
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$150,000
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1
800
1135 Byron Ave, Waterloo, IA
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1
806
1317 Forest Ave, Waterloo, IA
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$111,555
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1,017
917 Hawthorne Ave, Waterloo, IA
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1
1,058
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$103,000
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Assigned Schools

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What Locals Say about Waterloo

At least 264 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 89 % Say car is needed

  • 83 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 80 % Say parking is easy

  • 77 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 70 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 66 % Say kids play outside

  • 64 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 48 % Say it's quiet

  • 47 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 47 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 44 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 43 % Say there's wildlife

  • 42 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 33 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 29 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 20 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Misslindsayb
    "Centrally located, traffic can be heavy/frustrating. You can make good time if you hit the stoplights just right, which is hard to do most days. "
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  • Susanward13
    "Consider this a safe neighborhood and there are lots of kids living here. A policeman lives on the street."
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  • Jovanti Rucker
    "It is very busy most of the time the light are a headache. They’re a lot of lights to go through to get to where I need to go."
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  • Dontreal3
    "It’s ok. It’s not the worst but it’s also not the best. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Peacefully quiet neighborhood. neighbors keep to themselves mostly. Alot of dogs throughout the whole area, which is nice to know, it's a pet friendly area to live in. "
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  • Trulia User
    "I’ve lived here for years mostly everybody that lives in the neighborhood is really nice & friendly but I live with my dad & trying to find my own apartment right now. "
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  • Susan.wirtjes
    "This is a safe and friendly neighborhood. Kids play outside. We are close to good schools. Shopping is close by. "
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  • Dominique K. .
    " The community is really good if you get into people like that. There is not a lot to do around here unless you have money. There are a lot of trains around. People have dogs around here a lot and I hear gunshots a lot. I grew up here so I don’t find it very exciting. Most people got to work come home and stay away from each other. "
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  • Tali S.
    "Very quiet neighborhood other than the occasional car driving by & faint sound of trains. Great neighbors, mostly homeowners with kids & elderly."
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  • Lache S.
    "... I don’t know I been here only a year and aside from the bad I seen few good most people stay to they self "
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  • Holly W.
    "schools are over crowded and children are often let slip through the cracks in the education system here "
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  • Charles A.
    "15 minutes to work. Waterloo is easy to get around and not a lot of traffic .... zzzz xxdrc then. Gyyhbb"
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  • Lamont S.
    "Lots of retirees here now. Mixed bag for the rest. I had seen several first time owners buying in. Plenty of remodeling and renovations going on now too."
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  • Trulia User
    "it has some nice people, with sketchy people mixed in. it's too loud with harleys speeding hard through here and people thumping music too loud at all hours. I would not recommend this neighborhood to a young professional person. "
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  • Kimmy21920
    "Convenient location and traffic is not as congested as the big city. Used to be a great place, but not so much anymore."
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  • Mkesterson79
    "Listening to gun shots and train whistles at night to fall asleep to. Creates a uniquely unpleasant experience. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Would love a dog park close by, or even respectful owners who pick up after their dog when they walk them"
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  • Chris Wright
    "I lived in neighborhood for ten years as a kid, I always love the area, would love to own a house in that again, hope in very near future."
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  • Mary Sue Adams
    "Safe streets, quality neighbors,clean, near a park,rural feeling- plenty of room between everyone. Lots of family and open spaces, but still near shopping and eats."
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  • Kathy Cox White Dickerson
    "I moved to this neighborhood last summer and love it. I feel safe and secure,and neighbors are very nice."
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  • Aley S.
    "Is a small neighborhood and quite and seems like a very lovely place to have a family and there are a lot of kid in the neighborhood "
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  • Aschot12
    "It's better than north Waterloo for crime and lots of shade trees. It's nice to be near to 4th street for convenience even with traffic noise. "
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Andrew G Wilson, Oakridge Real Estate
Agent Phone: (319) 269-8877
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1005 Forest Ave, Waterloo, IA 50702 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 972 sqft single-family home built in 1911. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID on Jun 5, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 20262517.