Highland Home for Sale

Highland Historic District in Waterloo, known locally as Highland, is the city's oldest neighborhood, featuring a mix of small houses and older mansions. The area is characterized by its diverse architectural styles, including Dutch Colonial, Tudor Revival, Prairie, Four Square, Colonial Revival, and Neo-classical homes, many designed by renowned architects like Mortimer Cleveland. Homes range from under 1,000 square feet to around 3,000 square feet, with materials varying from brick and stone to stucco and wood. Highland Square Park, located centrally, offers a playscape, picnic tables, and open fields, while Highland Park at the north end features a basketball court and larger picnic areas, making it popular for gatherings. The neighborhood is driver-centric, with downtown Waterloo just under 2 miles away, Cedar Falls 9 miles west, and Evansdale 3 miles east. Residents have access to All in Grocers, just 1.5 miles west, and various dining options along East 4th Street, including Rockets Bakery and El Patron Family Mexican. Highland's proximity to downtown Waterloo provides easy access to numerous annual events, such as Iowa’s largest Irish Fest, Cedar Valley Pride Fest, and My Waterloo Days. The neighborhood's schools, including Highland Elementary, George Washington Carver Academy, and Waterloo East High, have average ratings.