$157,501Average Value$165Average Price per Sq Ft17Homes For Sale
A quiet highly sought after community
The quiet community of Liberty Park is in high demand. “It’s a very popular area right now,” says Rock Brown, relator with Soltice Station Real Estate. “It has smaller, more affordable homes, maybe 800 to 1,100 square feet. A lot of these houses also have two-car garages, so it’s attracting a lot of two-income households that are just starting out.” Speaking of work, the neighborhood is conveniently located between major employers, including John Deere and MercyOne Waterloo Medical Center. So it's a popular area for professionals across different fields.
Brown says that along with accessibly priced, entry-level homes, Liberty Park’s location is a draw. “Everything you need is very close, so you just don’t have to travel,” he says. “You’ll put very low miles on your car because you just don’t have to go far.”
Liberty Park in Waterloo blends quiet living with convenient access to local amenities.
Discover classic charm in this ranch-style home nestled in Liberty Park.
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Access to employers, highways and bus routes
Just four-and-a-half miles south of Leo P. Rooff Expressway, living here means an easy start to any commute. Bus routes 2, 8 5L and 5W11 run through the neighborhood and offer alternative ways to get around the city. This community is also somewhat bikeable and walkable, but most residents own at least one car.
Liberty Park offers quick access to the Leo P. Rooff Expressway, perfect for daily commutes.
Enjoy a relaxing stroll or bike ride through the charming streets of Liberty Park.
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No need to go far for shopping and dining
The locally owned Hometown Foods is the go-to supermarket and sits on East Mitchell and West 9th Street. For more grocery and shopping needs, residents can drive 2 miles east to East San Marnan Drive where stores like Walmart, Sam’s Club and Target are situated. Crossroads Marcus Theatre is the only movie theater in the city and also sits on E San Marnan. Nearby dining options include Village Inn, a longstanding breakfast spot that serves staples from 6 am to 9 pm, 7 days a week.
Located at East Mitchell and West 9th, Hometown Foods is Liberty Park’s go-to grocery store.
Catch the latest films at Crossroads Marcus Theatre, just 2 miles from Liberty Park's center.
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Accessibly priced homes
The tree-lined streets of Liberty Park are packed with minimal traditional, split-level, ranch and Colonial Revival homes. Unlike most communities in Waterloo, the houses are a bit newer, with an average build date of 1951.
“It’s a well-kept, nice place,” Brown says. “Some people love it so much they have lived there for their whole lives. Once they pass away or relocate, the homes come to the market and need some updating.”
Brown says it's common for investors to buy properties in the area, fix them up and sell them. It's especially attractive to those looking for a starter home that doesn’t need much work.
“There’s a very active market of home flippers, and they provide a service to your busy homebuyer, someone with two or three kids, who doesn’t have the time to work on it,” Brown says. “They need to buy them finished, and [Liberty Park] provides that.”
Home prices start at $30,000 and can climb to upwards of $250,000 for something newly renovated.
Liberty Park split level home blends comfort and style for a perfect family retreat.
Discover a Minimal Tradition home nestled in the heart of Liberty Park.
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Liberty Park and Morris Park
The namesake Liberty Park is almost always in use. The playscape overflows with energetic kids while the open field space is popular for soccer players. “If you walked through, you’re almost certainly going to see a lot of people playing soccer,” says Brown. Morris Park, on the other hand, is a more laid-back greenspace that’s better for picnics and dog walking. Adjacent to Kittrell Elementary, Morris Park also features a playscape.
Liberty Park's volleyball courts offer a dynamic spot for competitive play.
The kids' playground at Morris Park in Waterloo is ideal for family fun.
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Lowell Elementary, Kittrell Elementary, Hoover Middle and West High
Elementary school zoning varies according to street. Kids north of East Mitchell attend Lowell Elementary from pre-k through fifth grade. The school has a C-minus rating on Niche. Kids south of East Mitchell attend the C-rated Kittrell Elementary. For sixth through eighth grade, kids attend Hoover Middle, which has a B-minus rating. The last step is Waterloo West High, which also has a B-minus. The high school offers over 40 clubs and activities, including bowling, Refugee Immigrant Youth Organization (RIYO), Bible Club and eSports.
Kittrell Elementary School in Waterloo offers a nurturing environment for young learners.
Students at Hoover Middle School in Waterloo thrive in a welcoming community.
West High School
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My Waterloo Days
Liberty Park is just blocks from a variety of events in downtown Waterloo including My Waterloo Days. For more than 40 years, the weekend-long event has attracted thousands of people from across the Cedar Valley. It’s kicked off with the My Waterloo Days Parde and features concerts, activities for the whole family and a slew of vendors. It’s held in Lincoln Park, which is on the eastside of the river.
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Crime and Safety
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Homicide
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Sexual Assault
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Assault with Weapon
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Robbery
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Burglary
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Motor Vehicle Theft
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Larceny
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Liberty Park Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Liberty Park, Waterloo sell after 22 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Liberty Park, Waterloo over the last 12 months is $155,625, up 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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This stunning 4 bedroom/ 1.75 bath home has many updates throughout. The new modern kitchen with luxury finishes will wow you. All new stainless appliances & equipped with a dishwasher. This home has a cozy living room and a remodeled main floor bathroom accompanied with 3 main floor bedrooms. Traveling to the master suite in the basement, with so much versatility and can double as a family room.
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