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1221 Downing Ave, Waterloo, IA, 50701

3beds
2baths
1,632sqft
$145,500
$89price/sqft
$1,219/moest. monthly cost
$48,760/yrincome needed

About This Home

Welcome to 1221 Downing Ave! This spacious home offers incredible potential and a fantastic opportunity to build equity with your personal updates and finishing touches. The main level features a generous front living room filled with natural light, two comfortable bedrooms with great closet space, and a full bathroom. The kitchen provides ample cabinetry and seamlessly flows into the open dining area — ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. A convenient main-floor laundry room adds functionality, while the primary suite with its own private bathroom completes the layout. The lower level expands your living space with a large family room, a sizeable non-conforming bedroom, and a substantial storage/utility area to meet your needs. Outside, you'll appreciate the oversized two-stall garage and the spacious yard — perfect for relaxing, gardening, or outdoor activities. With solid space, a desirable layout, and room to make it your own, this home is full of opportunity. Schedule your showing today!

Getting Around

42
WalkingCar-Dependent
23
TransitMinimal Transit
58
BikeBikeable

Schools

5/10
1/10
Central Middle SchoolGrades 6-80.9 mi
3/10
West High SchoolGrades 9-122.2 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1940

Materials

  • Roof: Shingle
  • Construction materials: Block

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Dishwasher,Dryer,Microwave,Refrigerator,Washer,Gas Water Heater
  • Laundry features: 1st Floor,Laundry Room

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Block,Interior Entry,Partially Finished

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Full bathrooms: 1
  • 3/4 bathrooms: 1

Features

  • Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Door features: Sliding Doors
  • Fireplace features: None
  • Finished area below ground: 288

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Natural Gas
  • Cooling features: Central Air

Interior Area

  • Total interior livable area: 1,632 sqft

Other

  • Level: Upper

Other

  • Level: Main

Other

  • Level: Lower

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 891328276002
  • Zoning: R-2
  • Special condition: Standard

Features

  • Patio & porch: Covered

Lot

  • Lot size: 0.41 Acres
  • Lot size dimensions: 59*300

Parking

  • Total spaces: 2
  • Parking features: 2 Stall,Detached Garage
  • Covered spaces: 2
  • Carport spaces: 2