Evansdale, IA

Sitting along the Cedar River on the eastern edge of Waterloo, Evansdale is a quiet community of about 4,500 people. It offers a relaxed, small-town feel with plenty of ways to get outside, including riverfront green spaces, local spots like Deerwood Park, and direct access to the Cedar Valley Nature Trail. Residents get the peace of a quiet residential area while staying just a short drive from the shopping, dining, and job opportunities across Waterloo and Cedar Falls.

Local students attend schools in the Waterloo Community School District, which provides a wide range of academic and extracurricular programs. Commuting is easy, thanks to quick connections along U.S. 20 and nearby highways that link Evansdale to neighboring cities across the Cedar Valley. Whether you are heading into Waterloo for healthcare and errands or staying local to bike the trails and enjoy the river, the town serves as a convenient and affordable home base.