The Verden Creek flows alongside the east border of Good Shepherd, the small neighborhood in east Waterloo. The area's affordable home prices are a draw, but it's also a very lush area. Several nearby parks, including the sprawling Gates Park, provide residents with plenty of outdoor recreation. The neighborhood's 162 homes make up less than 20% of the neighborhood, which is mostly apartments and retail. Downtown Waterloo and the Cedar River are less than 3 miles away.
Massive Gates Park within walking distance
Good Shepherd residents can walk to the sprawling Gates Park, half a mile away. This 235-acre park is undergoing a major revamp. A new splash pad and inclusion park are almost ready, and construction is underway to replace the pool.
"It really is coming along," says Paul Huting, Waterloo’s Director of Leisure Services
Springview Park, 3 miles away, features basketball courts, tennis courts, playground equipment and picnic shelters.
Highland Park, 3 miles away, has a playground, an open play area, playground diamonds and picnic shelters.
City View Heights Park, 3 miles away, used to be a park, but now it’s an open area next to the fire department training center, where the city has planted pollinators, Huting says.
Highland Park has a field and playground perfect for warm summer days.
Springview Park has a unique spiral slide.
1/2
Cozy single-story homes line streets
Homes are ranch-style, some with aluminum awnings over the windows and cyclone fences around the yards. The neighborhood includes a lot of dead ends. It’s common to see cars parked on the streets and satellite dishes in yards. Most homes sell for between $75,000 and $150,000.
Some homes in Good Shepherd have ramps for accessibility.
Good Shepherd's 162 homes make up less than 20% of the neighborhood.
1/2
All In Grocers, closest for groceries, 2 miles away
Good Shepherd is within 2 miles of several eateries, including East China, Chucksters, Sookie’s Restaurant, Delicias and Morg’s.
The closest grocery store is All In Grocers, also 2 miles away. There’s also a Dollar General 3 miles away.
Screaming Eagle Bar & Grill is a local favorite among residents of Good Shepherd.
There are several outdoor plazas with local restaurants and retailers in Good Shepherd.
1/2
U.S. Routes 218 and 61 within 5 miles
Good Shepherd is 5 miles from U.S. Route 218 and 3 miles from U.S. Route 61 for north and south travel. Both highways connect to Interstate 380 for east and west travel. Public transportation is also an option.
Good Shepherd is just a short drive from Downtown Waterloo.
Good Shepherd is a small neighborhood on the east side of Waterloo, IA.
1/2
Waterloo Community Schools is the only district in Iowa with a districtwide IB program
The Waterloo Community School District has the state’s only all-district International Baccalaureate (IB) program. Neighborhood high schoolers can apply to the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program at Waterloo East High School. Elementary students can attend Cunningham School before moving to George Washington Carver Academy. All schools receive a C-minus grade from Niche.
Waterloo Days marks the beginning of summer
Waterloo residents celebrate their city every June at Waterloo Days, a weekend festival held in Lincoln Park 3 miles away. Festivities include a parade, live music, food booths and children’s activities.
The Cedar Falls Farmers Market is crowded with visitors looking to buy trinkets.
Artisans bing their crafts to the Downtown Waterloo Urban Farmers Market.
GreatSchools:
The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
View GreatSchools Rating Methodology
Interested in learning more about homes in this area?
Reach out to
Gerald Sorensen,
an experienced agent in this neighborhood.
Parks in this Area
Big Guitar
Highland Park
Gates Park
City View Heights Park
Springview Park
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Good Shepherd
US
Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Good Shepherd, Waterloo sell after 16 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Good Shepherd, Waterloo over the last 12 months is $111,475, down 13% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Commercial lot available within North Crossing Development near Unity Point Hospital in Waterloo. Ideal opportunity for retail or professional office business expansion.
Commercial lot available within North Crossing Development near Unity Point Hospital in Waterloo. Ideal opportunity for retail or professional office business expansion.
Commercial lot available within North Crossing Development near Unity Point Hospital in Waterloo. Ideal opportunity for retail or professional office business expansion.
Waterloo's Newest Affordable Housing CommunityDiscover our brand-new affordable apartment community in Waterloo, IA, Union at North Crossing. This charming community is open. Take a closer look at everything we have to offer and start your application process now!A Social CommunityModern amenities and a convenient location set the stage for our low-income apartments in
Interested in learning more about homes in this area?
Reach out to
Gerald Sorensen,
an experienced agent in this neighborhood.
Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
331
Median Age
42
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
24.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
22.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$38,624
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$48,459
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
84%
College Graduates
19.6%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
2.7%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
69.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
36''
Average Winter Low Temperature
11°F
Average Summer High Temperature
85°F
Annual Snowfall
24''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
38/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
12/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
21/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. Our sources include: Accuweather, Public Records and Neustar. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.
