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281 Willow
281 Willow StFort Collins, CO 80524
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128 S Mason St, Unit 128-4
128 S Mason StFort Collins, CO 80524
327 E Magnolia St
Fort CollinsCO80524
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Downtown Fort Collins, Fort Collins, CO Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Fort Collins?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Fort Collins Studio Apartments | $1,539 | $1,262 | $2,155 |
| Downtown Fort Collins 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,725 | $1,300 | $2,439 |
| Downtown Fort Collins 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,949 | $725 | $3,322 |
| Downtown Fort Collins 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,557 | $1,613 | $3,241 |
| Downtown Fort Collins 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,250 | $3,250 | $3,250 |
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Cheapest Available Downtown Fort Collins Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Fort Collins area of Fort Collins, CO is a Studio unit found at Governor's Park priced from $1,340. 281 Willow has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,357. Here are the most affordable Downtown Fort Collins apartments for rent in Fort Collins, CO:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Governor's Park | The Aspen | Studio,1BA | $1,340 |
| 281 Willow | S8 | Studio,1BA | $1,357 |
| Old Town Flats | Old Town Flats-Studio A | Studio,1BA | $1,592 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Fort Collins, CO
As of April 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Fort Collins area is the $1.50 price per square foot Linden Model at Mason Street Flats in the in the West Side neighborhood starting from $2,204. The second greatest value Downtown Fort Collins apartment is the Capella Renovated Model at ReNew Foothills starting at $1,795 with a $2.27 price per square foot in the West Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Fort Collins apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mason Street Flats | Linden | 3BR,2BA | $1.50 |
| ReNew Foothills | Capella Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $2.27 |
| Bucking Horse Apartments | Mustang | 1BR,1BA | $2.41 |
| The Quarry Luxury Apartments | Atrium Grand (Metro A1A) | 1BR,1BA | $2.91 |
| Trails at Timberline | 1x1B | 1BR,1BA | $2.54 |
| Crowne at Old Town North | Ashby | 1BR,1BA | $2.55 |
| 421 S. Howes St., Unit S-302 | 421 S. Howes St. | 1BR,1BA | $2.41 |
| 281 Willow | S8 | Studio ,1BA | $2.83 |
| The Social West® | The Ridge Renovated Unfurnished | Studio ,1BA | $3.34 |
| Eleven13 | Individual Bedroom in a Shared 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.93 |
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Among neighborhoods in Fort Collins, CO for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
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Getting Around the Downtown Fort Collins Neighborhood in Fort Collins, CO
Walk Score®
82 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
100 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
42 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Fort Collins Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Fort Collins?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Fort Collins is under $1,720.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Fort Collins?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Fort Collins is 281 Willow which is listed at $1,479, while the average apartment in Downtown Fort Collins costs $3,250.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown 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 12 regular apartments in Downtown 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 Downtown Fort Collins?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Fort Collins have an average cost of $390 which is $2,860 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Fort Collins.
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