This is the kind of asset every investor is looking for—24 fully occupied, low-maintenance units in a prime Waterloo location. Located at 611 & 619 Johnson Avenue, this multifamily package features two 12-unit buildings, each comprised entirely of 2 bed / 1 bath units with in-unit laundry—a key amenity that drives tenant demand and reduces turnover. Each unit is individually metered, with tenants paying electric, gas, water, and sewer. Landlord responsibility is limited to trash, lawn care, and snow removal, making this an exceptionally easy property to manage. The property also includes on-site garages, providing additional value and rental upside. These buildings are clean, simple, and operate efficiently. With strong rental history, desirable unit layouts, and minimal owner involvement, this is a high-yield, low-effort investment opportunity that would be a solid addition to any portfolio.
Neighbors Helping Neighbors, located between Downtown Waterloo and the Cedar River corridor, is a residential and community-minded Waterloo neighborhood with tree-lined blocks and a patchwork of small parks. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Sullivan Brothers Iowa Veterans Museum campus area, where museum-going foot traffic meets civic buildings and a steady downtown rhythm. Housing reads as practical Midwestern stock—compact bungalows, modest two-stories, and tidy yards that frame front-porch streetscapes. The Cedar Valley SportsPlex adds an athletic pulse, while nearby riverfront paths shape daily routines. Cultural anchors such as the Waterloo Center for the Arts and the Grout Museum District keep the calendar arts-forward. Coffee stops and local plates at SingleSpeed Brewing Co. and Morg’s Diner round out the day-to-night loop.
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Market insights
611-619 Johnson Ave · $1,650,000
DAYS ON MARKET
162 days
The average home goes pending in 7 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
99.5%
Most homes are selling 1% below list price.
LIST PRICE
$1,650,000
Median list price in this area is $223,580. (86% lower than this home)
PRICE DROP
2 price drops
25% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Interior features
Laundry located in the kitchen
Laundry & utility
In-kitchen laundry
Heating & cooling
Central air conditioning
Forced air heating (natural gas)
Exterior features
Corner lot
Paved road frontage
Home design
Residential income property (apartment)
Parking
Detached garage
On-street parking available
Total garage spaces: 24
16 open parking spaces
Construction
Vinyl siding
Asphalt roof
Slab foundation
Above-grade finished area: 4,357
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Other
Zoning: R-4
Electricity and solar
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The R-4 District is intended to provide for areas of the community which are suitable for low, medium and high density residential uses and professional offices 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
Day care facility
Hospital / medical center
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Housing-Single unit
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Office
Medical office
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
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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Redfin Estimate for 611-619 Johnson Ave
$1,531,669
$118K under list price of $1.65M
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $130K to $324K.