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Good Shepherd

Good Shepherd

Neighborhood in Waterloo, Iowa

Black Hawk County 50703

$116,066 Average Value
$144 Average Price per Sq Ft

Creekside neighborhood 3 miles from downtown

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.

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.
Some homes in Good Shepherd have ramps for accessibility.
Good Shepherd's 162 homes make up less than 20% of the neighborhood.
Good Shepherd's 162 homes make up less than 20% of the neighborhood.
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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.
Highland Park has a field and playground perfect for warm summer days.
Springview Park has a unique spiral slide.
Springview Park has a unique spiral slide.
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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.
The Cedar Falls Farmers Market is crowded with visitors looking to buy trinkets.
Artisans bing their crafts to the Downtown Waterloo Urban Farmers Market.
Artisans bing their crafts to the Downtown Waterloo Urban Farmers Market.
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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 just a short drive from Downtown Waterloo.
Good Shepherd is a small neighborhood on the east side of Waterloo, IA.
Good Shepherd is a small neighborhood on the east side of Waterloo, IA.
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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.
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.
There are several outdoor plazas with local restaurants and retailers in Good Shepherd.
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Agents Specializing in this Area

  • Gordon Sorensen

    Gordon Sorensen

    Responds Quickly

    RE/MAX Concepts - Cedar Falls

    (319) 595-4754

    180 Total Sales

    1 in Good Shepherd

    $113,000 Price

    Gordon Sorensen
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  • Ken Draine

    Ken Draine

    Skogman Realty

    (319) 229-7355

    25 Total Sales

    3 in Good Shepherd

    $70K - $111K Price Range

    Ken Draine
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  • Sara Junaid

    Sara Junaid

    Oakridge Real Estate

    (319) 349-2205

    152 Total Sales

    2 in Good Shepherd

    $127K - $150K Price Range

    Sara Junaid
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  • Valerie Kolpek

    Valerie Kolpek

    Oakridge Real Estate

    (319) 349-2820

    41 Total Sales

    2 in Good Shepherd

    $69K - $129K Price Range

    Valerie Kolpek
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  • Tynesha Shivers

    Tynesha Shivers

    Century 21 Signature

    (515) 218-8894

    74 Total Sales

    1 in Good Shepherd

    $110,500 Price

    Tynesha Shivers
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  • Adijan Abdic

    Adijan Abdic

    Vine Valley Real Estate

    (319) 988-2063

    21 Total Sales

    1 in Good Shepherd

    $220,000 Price

    Adijan Abdic
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Schools

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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

Good Shepherd Demographics and Home Trends

On average, homes in Good Shepherd, Waterloo sell after 16 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Good Shepherd, Waterloo over the last 12 months is $114,000, down 11% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$117,500
Median Sale Price
$114,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$114,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
4
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-11%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$144

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
164
Median Year Built
1956
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,002
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,624
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,969

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

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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
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