Russell Lamson

209 W 5th St, Waterloo, IA 50701

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Monthly Rent
$695 - $1,145
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Bedrooms
Studio - 3
Bathrooms
1 - 2
Sq. Ft.
312 - 1,732 sq ft

Pricing and Floor Plans

Studio

$695
Studio, 1 Bath
312 Sq. Ft.
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Available Soon

1 Bedroom

$761
1 Bed, 1 Bath
500 - 606 Sq. Ft.
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3 Available Units
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
316
$761
556
Now
413
$761
606
Now
304
$761
504
Oct. 6

2 Bedroom

$1,055
2 Beds, 1 Bath
1,200 Sq. Ft.
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3 Bedroom

$1,145
3 Beds, 2 Baths
1,732 Sq. Ft.
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Available Soon
* Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice. * Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

Income Restrictions

Income restrictions apply to some or all residents. Contact the community for more information.

How To Qualify

Based on the size of your household, your Maximum Annual Income must be equal to or less than the amount listed in this chart.

# of Persons 60 % Income Limit
1 $36,900
2 $42,180
3 $47,460
4 $52,680
5 $56,940
6 $61,140

Details

Lease Term Options

  • 3 - 12 Month Leases

Property Information

  • Built in 1913
  • 90 units8 stories

Fees & Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

One-Time Basics

Due at Application

  • Application Fee Per Applicant
    $25

Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

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Public Transit

Property Highlights

  • 24hr. Business center
  • Community gas grill/BBQ area
  • Concierge services
  • Controlled building access
  • Dishwasher In 2 And 3-Bedroom Apartments

Apartment Features

  • Air Conditioning
  • Cable Ready
  • Carpet
  • Dishwasher
  • Heating
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator

Community Features

  • Business Center
  • Concierge
  • Controlled Access
  • Elevator
  • Fitness Center
  • Grill
  • Income Restricted
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Maintenance on site
  • Package Service

Map of Russell Lamson

Area Scores

Walkability

Fairly walkable

Transit

Limited public transit

Driveability

Moderately drivable

Bikeability

Moderately bikeable

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Moving to Downtown Waterloo, Waterloo, IA

Shopping Centers

Shoppers will appreciate Russell Lamson proximity to The Villa Shopping Center. The Villa Shopping Center is 1.8 miles away.

Parks and Recreation

Recreational activities near Russell Lamson are plentiful. Discover 3 parks within 0.8 miles, including Phelps Youth Pavilion, Grout Museum of History & Science, and Bluedorn Science Imaginarium.

Local Education

Primary and Secondary Schools

GreatSchools rating: 5 out of 10

Irving Elementary School

Grades K-5

Public

GreatSchools rating: 5 out of 10

Lowell Elementary School

Grades PK-5

Public

Not rated

Sonrise Christian School & Daycare

Grades PK-5

Private

GreatSchools rating: 2 out of 10

George Washington Carver Academy

Grades 6-8

Public

GreatSchools rating: 3 out of 10

Bunger Middle School

Grades 6-8

Public

Not rated

Queen of Peace

Grades PK-8

Private

GreatSchools rating: 2 out of 10

East High School

Grades 9-12

Public

GreatSchools rating: 3 out of 10

West High School

Grades 9-12

Public

Not rated

Cedar Valley Catholic Schools

Grades 9-12

Private

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Colleges and Universities

School Commute Time (Distance)
Allen College Drive: 5 min (3 mi)
Hawkeye Community College Drive: 11 min (5.5 mi)
University of Northern Iowa Drive: 13 min (7 mi)

About Russell Lamson

Welcome to Russell Lamson Apartments. We have a lot to offer for anyone interested in moving to the downtown Waterloo area. Within walking distance from the building are the public library, Co-op, farmer's market, Community Playhouse, Youth Pavillion… , biking and walking trails, a variety of eateries and more. Inside our doors the old and the new are seamlessly paired to create a living environment you will have to see to believe. All of our 90 apartments have been renovated with new carpet, flooring, cabinets, full-size appliances, and more. Please call for an appointment today.

Russell Lamson is an apartment community in Waterloo, IA

Contact

Property Address:
209 W 5th St,
Waterloo, IA 50701
Phone Number: (319) 349-2742
More Information:
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Office Hours
  • Sunday Closed
  • Monday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Thursday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Saturday Closed
Russell Lamson

Renter Reviews

For Russell Lamson

3.3

9 Ratings & Reviews

  • 4/11/23

    Just dont!

    drugs and smoking constantly, then they ACT LIKE ITS YOU ! THIS PLACE IS NOT NICE to people that are actually trying to go by the rules they post!!!!!!

    Review from Apartments.com

    9 People Found This Helpful

    Property Manager at Russell Lamson responded to this review

    Thank you for taking the time to give us a review. We sincerely apologize about the issues you experienced, and we hope to make this right. Please reach out to us so we can rectify this issue.

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(319) 349-2742

Languages: English

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