Location, Lifestyle & Lasting Appeal Location, location, location! Welcome to 219 Berkshire Rd. , ideally situated in one of Waterloo’s most desirable neighborhoods. This beautifully updated 1½-story home blends timeless character with stylish modern updates, offering inviting spaces, thoughtful finishes, and room for everyone to feel right at home. The newly renovated kitchen is truly the heart of the home, featuring custom white cabinetry, stunning granite wraparound countertops, and matching stainless-steel appliances. Wide-plank luxury vinyl flooring flows seamlessly throughout the main level, creating a warm, cohesive feel. The spacious living room showcases a charming fireplace framed by a crisp white mantel, while the dining room adds a touch of distinction with a custom quartz dining table comfortably seating six. Just off the kitchen, a cozy breakfast nook provides the perfect spot for morning coffee or casual meals. A completely new half bath completes the main level, adding both convenience and modern style. Upstairs, you’ll find three generously sized bedrooms, each featuring beautiful hardwood flooring, along with a full bathroom. The lower level expands the living space even further with a versatile family room that could also serve as a fourth bedroom, complete with walkout access. A dedicated laundry room and custom ¾ bath make this level exceptionally functional for everyday living, guests, or growing families. The attached extra-deep single garage offers valuable additional space for bikes, lawn equipment, mowers, storage, and all the extras that come with an active household. And then there’s the neighborhood. Enjoy the convenience of being close to parks, trails, schools, shopping, and everyday amenities, all while enjoying the established charm of one of Waterloo’s sought-after residential areas. Beautifully updated, wonderfully located, and designed for the way you live—219 Berkshire Rd. is a place you’ll be proud to call home.
Single-familyProperty Type
1941Year Built
8,700 sq ftLot Size
$156Price/Sq.Ft.
1 spaceParking
Listed by Jason Strelow• Berkshire Hathaway Home Serv
This lovely Cape Cod home is situated on one of the prettiest tree-lined streets in the city, offering charm and character throughout. This wonderful home has been lovingly maintained by the same owners for 44 years and boasts 3 bedrooms, 1.75 baths, a cozy living room with a fireplace and a connecting a den with great natural lighting which would be a great space for an office or playroom for the kids. Continuing through the main floor is a formal dining room, an L shaped kitchen with eat-in area complete with a slider that leads to expansive backyard. Head upstairs where you will find a spacious master with two closets and original hardwood floors plus 2 more bedrooms and a full bathroom. The walk-out basement, complete with a ¾ bath, presents a fantastic opportunity to make the space your own. The exterior features a private yard, oversized one-stall garage, a patio area perfect for entertaining. Updates include new furnace in 2017, water heater 2021 and new roof to be installed prior to closing. Located in a desirable walking neighborhood close to schools, parks, a golf course, and more. This is a wonderful opportunity with so much potential—don’t miss it!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,116 (+4.0%)
$24,240 + $153,470
$177,710
2024
$2,996 (+0.5%)
$24,240 + $153,470
$177,710
2023
$2,980 (+2.8%)
$24,240 + $151,780
$176,020
2022
$2,898 (−2.7%)
$24,240 + $151,780
$176,020
2021
$2,978 (+1.8%)
$24,240 + $123,690
$147,930
2020
$2,924 (−1.1%)
$19,700 + $123,690
$143,390
2019
$2,958 (+1.0%)
$19,700 + $123,690
$143,390
2018
$2,928 (−3.1%)
$19,700 + $123,690
$143,390
2017
$3,022 (+1.8%)
$19,700 + $123,690
$143,390
2016
$2,970 (+6.2%)
$19,700 + $123,690
$143,390
2014
$2,796
$19,700 + $116,760
$136,460
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
1.5
Stories
—
Lot width
60 ft.
Lot depth
145 ft.
Lot size
8,700 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
2,172
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
2,172
Year built
1941
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Black Hawk County
APN
891334327022
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 12, 2026.
R-1
One and Two Family Residence District
The R-1 District is intended to provide for areas of the community which are suitable for low density residential uses that are adjacent to residential, professional office or neighborhood commercial uses. Any outside storage of materials or equipment shall be limited and clearly incidental and accessory to the Principal Permitted Use, and shall not include the outside storage of junk or salvage material or similar debris. Outside storage of materials or equipment shall not be permitted in a front yard. This provision shall not restrict the outside storage of licensed and operable vehicles that are accessory and clearly incidental to the Principal Permitted Use.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Community / recreation center
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Infrastructure
Public service
Educational/school
Recreation
Golf related
Cemetery
Park & open space
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 101° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
1/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Waterloo, IA • 50701
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Sun exposure
92/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.7 hrs
6.3 hrs
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Redfin Estimate for 219 Berkshire Rd
$283,884
$1,016 under list price of $285K
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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $205K to $298K.