Cheap Apartments for Rent in Fort Collins, CO from $500 (13 Rentals)

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Caribou I
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Caribou I

4135 Verbena WayFort Collins, CO 80525
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Orchard Park Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Orchard Park Apartments

1850 Laporte AveFort Collins, CO 80521
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Greenbriar
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Greenbriar

400 Butch Cassidy DrFort Collins, CO 80524
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Pura Vida (new)
3 Bedroom Apartments

Pura Vida (new)

518 W Laurel StFort Collins, CO 80521
Student Housing
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Carriage House (new)
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Carriage House (new)

1171 Springfield DrFort Collins, CO 80521
Student Housing
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Parklane Arms
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Parklane Arms

308 E Oak StFort Collins, CO 80524
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2008 W Plum
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

2008 W Plum

2008 W PlumFort Collins, CO 80521
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Toscana
2 Bedroom Apartments

Toscana

2034-2036 W Plum StFort Collins, CO 80521

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Villages on Plum Street
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Villages on Plum Street

927 Glenmoor DrFort Collins, CO 80521
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Fort Collins, CO Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Fort Collins, CO

Pricing Updated: 05/10/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Fort Collins, CO area range in price from $705 to $6,711 with an overall median price of $2,021. The three Fort Collins neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Old Town Fort Collins at $705, Foothills Green at $705, and West Central at $705. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Fort Collins Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Old Town Fort Collins$1,741$70532
Foothills Green$1,795$70548
West Central$1,795$70548
Capitol Hill$1,900$70549
Historic Fort Collins$1,910$92558
Shields$1,910$70533
Foxstone$1,974$1,330115
West Side$1,992$70549
Troutman Park$1,995$880203
Mountain Vista$2,036$70578

Cheapest Available Fort Collins Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Fort Collins, CO is a 5 Beds unit found at The Outpost in the Mountain Vista neighborhood priced from $814. 1030-2601 Davidson Dr in the West Central neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,100. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Fort Collins apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Outpost5x5 Unfurnished5BR,5BA$814
1030-2601 Davidson Dr2 bedroom2BR,1BA$1,100
Bull Run ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Townhome2BR,2BA$1,243
Brookview Apartments2x18362BR,1BA$1,297
Springfield Court Apartments2 bedroom2BR,1BA$1,342

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fort Collins, CO

As of May 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Fort Collins area is the $0.58 price per square foot 3x3 Furnished Premium Model at The Outpost in the in the Mountain Vista neighborhood starting from $1,054. The second greatest value Fort Collins apartment is the Three Bedroom Model at Rigden Farm Townhomes starting at $2,600 with a $1.70 price per square foot in the Foxstone neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fort Collins apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Outpost3x3 Furnished Premium3BR,3BA$0.58
Rigden Farm TownhomesThree Bedroom3BR,2.5BA$1.70
Mason Street FlatsLinden3BR,2BA$1.50
Bull Run ApartmentsFour Bedroom Townhome4BR,2BA$1.14
Fox Meadows2bd/2ba Tax Credit2BR,2BA$1.47
2138 Primrose Dr, Unit 12138 Primrose Dr2BR,1BA$1.50
Wintergreen ApartmentsUnit 2.2Q2BR,2BA$1.70
Springfield Court Apartments2 bedroom2BR,1BA$1.49
Brookview Apartments2x18362BR,1BA$1.55
Bighorn LandingIndividual Bedroom (in a 2-bed)2BR,2BA$1.51

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Fort Collins Overview

Fort Collins, CO is the fourth largest city in the state of Colorado. With a population of 161,000, it has a cozy feel while still having the nightlife and culture of a bigger city. It's also home to Colorado State University and is a great place for singles and families alike.

Why live in Fort Collins, CO?

There's a lot to love about Fort Collins. From its microbreweries to the bike paths that lead you through some great scenery, there's no doubt that Fort Collins is a little slice of heaven on earth. There is also great hiking to be had and rock climbing. You can also enjoy wonderful restaurants and nightlife. The city also happens to be one of the healthiest in the country. It's also a very kid-friendly town, and it's Main Street was used as a model for Disneyland's Main Street, and it just doesn't get any better than that.

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Fort Collins, CO

Ranked #15

Among cities in Colorado for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Fort Collins, CO

Walk Score®

53 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

80 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

26 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fort Collins Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Fort Collins?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Fort Collins is under $1,440.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Fort Collins?

The cheapest apartment in Fort Collins is Peaks on Drake which is listed at $1,380, while the average apartment in Fort Collins costs $2,021.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Fort Collins?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 103 regular apartments in Fort Collins that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Fort Collins?

Cheap apartments in Fort Collins have an average cost of $749 which is $1,272 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Fort Collins.

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