This one-bedroom unit is perfectly situated in one of the best locations in downtown Dubuque! Just a few blocks from Highways 61, 151, and 20, it offers seamless access to the area. Directly at the seasonal farmers market (May through October), and within walking distance of popular spots like the Five Flags Center, art museum, Millwork District, restaurants, breweries, and coffee shops, this home is the ideal base for exploring the city.
Property Features
This unit is cozy, stylish, and well-appointed with everything you need for a relaxing stay: • Open-Plan Living Area: The light-filled, open-plan living area includes a comfortable sofa, a modern glass dining table with seating for four, and sleek flooring that adds to the airy ambiance. • Fully Equipped Kitchen: Features white cabinetry, an electric stove, microwave, full-sized refrigerator, and essential cookware, so you can easily prepare meals during your stay. Potted plants and a thoughtful design give it a charming, welcoming feel. • Premium Sleeping Comfort: The bedroom boasts a memory foam queen mattress with premium pillows, ensuring a restful night’s sleep. A sliding barn door adds a touch of character to the space, creating a cozy, private retreat. • Modern Bathroom: A clean and stylish bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, complemented by contemporary fixtures, offers a refreshing space to start or end your day. • Coffee Essentials: A dedicated coffee station includes a Keurig machine, with regular, decaf, and tea options provided to start your mornings off right. • Reserved Off-Street Parking: Enjoy the convenience of one reserved parking spot, making it easy for you to come and go as you please.
This tidy, stylish home is perfect for a comfortable, low-maintenance stay. Relax and appreciate the cool, modern design and natural light throughout the space.
Neighborhood Highlights
Located in the vibrant heart of downtown Dubuque, this neighborhood combines historic charm with modern convenience: 1. Historic Downtown Dubuque: Explore a lively downtown area filled with unique shops, local restaurants, and cultural attractions—all just a short walk away. The historic architecture adds a picturesque backdrop to your stay. 2. Mississippi Riverfront: A few minutes from your doorstep, the scenic Riverwalk and nearby parks are perfect for strolls and picnics. 3. Cultural Attractions: Visit the National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium or enjoy a live performance at the Five Flags Center. 4. Dining & Nightlife: Choose from a variety of dining options, from cozy cafes to fine dining. In the evenings, enjoy the lively nightlife with bars and entertainment venues within easy reach. 5. Quiet & Peaceful: Although centrally located, the neighborhood remains quiet and peaceful at night, providing a restful retreat. 6. Convenient Essentials: With easy access to public transport, major highways, grocery stores, and pharmacies, you have everything you need within reach.
Getting Around
Enjoy the convenience of multiple transportation options: 1. Walking: Many of Dubuque’s main attractions, shops, and restaurants are just a short stroll away. 2. Public Transit: The Jule bus system provides several routes nearby, connecting you to other parts of the city. 3. Driving: Ample street parking and nearby highways make it easy to explore by car, with a reserved off-street parking spot for your convenience. 4. Ride-Sharing & Taxis: Services like Uber and Lyft are available for flexible travel options. 5. Biking: Dubuque is bike-friendly, with scenic trails along the Mississippi River. 6. Dubuque Regional Airport: Just 15 minutes by car, with taxis and rental options available for airport access.
Whether you’re visiting for business or leisure, this charming 1-bedroom unit provides a stylish, comfortable, and convenient space to experience the best of Dubuque.
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Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 20 lbs per pet (limit one pet total)
First pet $50, second pet $25. Two pets maximum
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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Property Registration Number 861146161
Property # 2901109
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the neighborhood
Dubuque
Downtown Dubuque, a neighborhood in Dubuque, is home to this apartment. St. Luke's United Methodist Church and Carnegie-Stout Public Library are local landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Kennedy Mall and Asbury Plaza. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Five Flags Center or ImOn Ice Arena.
National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Grand Harbor Resort and Waterpark - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Getting around
Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional) - 11 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 7 min walk
Great Dragon - 4 min walk
Backpocket Dubuque Taproom - 7 min walk
Jubeck New World Brewing - 1 min walk
7 Hills Brewing Company - 5 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is 1157#5-Urban Oasis: Steps from Millwork district pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lbs per pet.
How much does it cost to stay at 1157#5-Urban Oasis: Steps from Millwork district?
As of Jun 27, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 1157#5-Urban Oasis: Steps from Millwork district on Jun 28, 2026 start from $145, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at 1157#5-Urban Oasis: Steps from Millwork district?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 1157#5-Urban Oasis: Steps from Millwork district?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is 1157#5-Urban Oasis: Steps from Millwork district located?
Located in Downtown Dubuque, this apartment building is within 1 mi (2 km) of St. Luke's United Methodist Church and Mississippi River. Carnegie-Stout Public Library and Grand Opera House are also within 5 minutes.
Reviews
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Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
Everything was great. Property as described and Ken is a great host and communicator.
Christine N.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on May 14, 2026
Thank you, Christine! I’m glad everything met your expectations and that you had a great stay. I really appreciate your kind words, and I’d be happy to host you again anytime!
Ken
We had a great stay! The room was very clean, well stocked with everything we needed, and parking was easy and convenient. The host was friendly, responsive, and always quick to answer any questions we had. We also felt very safe and comfortable throughout our stay. A special shoutout for the makeup removal wipes—they were an unexpected but much-appreciated touch and a total lifesaver! We would definitely stay here again and recommend it to others visiting the area.
Jacob S.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 2, 2026
Thank you for the wonderful review! We’re so glad you had a comfortable stay and found everything clean and well stocked. It’s great to hear the parking and communication made your visit easy, and we’re especially happy the makeup removal wipes came in handy! We’d love to host you again anytime you’re back in the area.
Ken
Excellent location, very clean property, excellent communication from the owner. We enjoyed our stay very much and weould definitely book again!
Amber R.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 17, 2026
Thank you for your wonderful review Amber! We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay and appreciated the location, cleanliness, and communication. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future!
Ken
The parking for this one is a little funky, but Ken’s instructions lead us right to the door! It was a very nice apartment with everything we needed. Will definitely stay again as we are in Dubuque often.
The space was clean and cozy for our quick overnight stay. It was stock with many essentials that would have accommodated a week stay very well too!
Stacie F.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Dec 2, 2025
Thanks so much, Stacie! I’m really glad the space felt clean, cozy, and well-stocked for your stop in. Happy it could have worked just as well for a longer stay too. Safe travels, and you’re always welcome back!
Ken
The property was exactly what I needed for the trip. I happened to meet Ken as I arrived and he was pleasant and offered any assistance I might need.
Ellen R.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Feb 20, 2026
Ellen, it was a pleasure hosting you! I’m glad the place was exactly what you needed for your trip — that’s always the goal. 😊
It was great meeting you in person as well. I appreciate you choosing to stay with us, and you’re always welcome back anytime you’re in town!
— Ken
We picked this place because of the pictures and location. It was exactly on point beautiful apartment! Will definitely stay here again thank you Ken. We also enjoyed his restaurant Oolong Asian.
Laura F.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Nov 11, 2025
Thanks so much, Laura! I’m really glad you loved the apartment and had a great time at Oolong too. You’re always welcome back anytime!
Ken
Our stay was perfect! Very clean and close to downtown!
Jane G.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 7, 2024
Hi Jane,
Thank you for your review! We're thrilled to hear that your stay was perfect and that you appreciated the cleanliness and proximity to downtown. We look forward to welcoming you back for another great visit!
Best regards, Ken
Ken is a great host! We’ve stayed with him twice. His properties are clean and we haven’t needed anything. He’s very responsive and was flexible with parking for us this time. We will continue to stay in his properties when we come to Dubuque!
Amy M.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 2, 2026
Thank you so much for staying with us again! It truly means a lot that you choose our properties when you come to Dubuque. I’m glad everything was clean, comfortable, and that we could make the parking work smoothly for you this time.
Always a pleasure hosting you — looking forward to your next visit!
Best,
Ken
It was so beautiful inside and close to local coffee shops and restaurants and on Saturday’s the farmers market is right outside your door.
I highly recommend this place!
The place was very clean and larger than I had expected. I will definately try to reserve again if we travel there again.
James B.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Dec 4, 2023
Hi James,
It's great to hear that you were pleasantly surprised by the cleanliness and size of the place during your stay. If you find yourself traveling to the same area in the future, reserving Ken's place again sounds like an excellent plan. We hope your next stay is just as enjoyable as the previous one. Safe travels!
Best regards
Ken
We had a great time! Easy walk to restaurants and breweries, and the farmers market right outside the door. Ken was super helpful with any questions we had- we’ll be back!
We had a great stay here, loved being steps away from the farmers market and close to a few restaurants-- parking was a plus! Ken returned our call quickly when we had questions. The bathroom needed a little extra scrubbing on the walls/baseboards, but overall the space was very clean and well cared for.
This was a lovely little apartment that fit our needs for our short stay. Ken was helpful and easy to reach for anything we needed.
Robin W.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Dec 7, 2022
Thank you so much Robin. Look forward seeing you back next visit.
About the host
Hosted by Ken
Hello, my name is Ken. I was born in China and moved to the United States in 1997 with very little English but a strong desire to build a better life. I first worked in restaurants in Chicago before moving to Dubuque in 2000, where I worked at Hy-Vee as a cook and later became the Chinese department manager. In 2003 I began investing in real estate, and in 2008 I left my job to focus on real estate full time. In 2018 I followed my passion for cooking and opened Oolong Asian Cuisine here in Dubuque. Over the years I have had the pleasure of hosting thousands of guests from around the world and have received over 4,000 guest reviews across my properties. My goal is simple: provide clean, comfortable homes and make every stay easy and enjoyable.
Why they chose this property
I chose this neighborhood because it is one of the most vibrant and historic areas of Dubuque. Many of my properties are located near the downtown Millwork District, which has become a lively destination with great restaurants, breweries, coffee shops, and local businesses. Guests enjoy being close to the Mississippi River, the riverwalk, museums, and many of Dubuque’s historic landmarks. The area also has beautiful historic architecture and a welcoming small-city atmosphere. Whether guests are visiting for work, a weekend getaway, or exploring the region, this location makes it easy to enjoy everything Dubuque has to offer.
What makes this property unique
Our properties are designed to provide a comfortable and reliable stay. Many of the homes are located in historic buildings, but they are carefully updated with modern amenities, fast Wi-Fi, smart TVs, and fully equipped kitchens. We focus on cleanliness, comfort, and thoughtful details such as quality linens, well-maintained furniture, and convenient self check-in. With thousands of positive reviews from guests over the years, our goal is simple: provide a clean, safe, and enjoyable place where visitors can relax while experiencing the charm of Dubuque.
Languages:
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Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests