Franklin Gateway, located between Franklin Street and the Cedar River, is a residential and commercial Waterloo neighborhood with a river-edge setting and a grid of older streets. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around Franklin Street near the river crossings, where small storefronts, service counters, and everyday errands set a steady street rhythm. Housing reads as modest Midwestern stock—compact single-family homes and small multifamily buildings—mixed with light commercial corridors. The Cedar River and nearby trails shape the pace, with green space and water views framing walks and bike rides. Cultural anchors nearby include the Waterloo Center for the Arts, the Sullivan Brothers Iowa Veterans Museum, and the Grout Museum District.
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Historical weather
Waterloo, IA • 50703
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Climate risks
5/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 19-29% chance 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
3/10 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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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10 hours in
June and 3.9 hours in December, which is comparable to the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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227 Park Rd Unit 229 is located in Waterloo, the 50703 zipcode, and the Waterloo Community School District.