Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mountain Vista Neighborhood of Fort Collins, CO from $700 (14 Rentals)

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Parklane Arms
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Parklane Arms

308 E Oak StFort Collins, CO 80524
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Mathews634 (KC-NB)
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Mathews634 (KC-NB)

634 Mathews StFort Collins, CO 80524
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Mathews327 (KC-RB)
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Mathews327 (KC-RB)

327 Mathews StFort Collins, CO 80524
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Emigh1001 (KC-AM)
2 Bedroom Apartments

Emigh1001 (KC-AM)

1001 Emigh StFort Collins, CO 80524
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Greenbriar
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Greenbriar

400 Butch Cassidy DrFort Collins, CO 80524
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Prospect Station
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Prospect Station

221 W Prospect RdFort Collins, CO 80526
Student Housing
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Mountain Vista, Fort Collins, CO Local Guide

Cheapest Available Mountain Vista Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Mountain Vista area of Fort Collins, CO is a 5 Beds unit found at The Outpost priced from $799. 281 Willow has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,328. Here are the most affordable Mountain Vista apartments for rent in Fort Collins, CO:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Outpost5x5 Unfurnished5BR,5BA$799
281 WillowS5Studio,1BA$1,328
Bull Run ApartmentsThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$1,399
Luxury Housing - Uncommon Fort CollinsStudioStudio,1BA$1,399
Old Town FlatsStudio AStudio,1BA$1,423

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mountain Vista, CO

As of December 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mountain Vista area is the $0.72 price per square foot 2x2 Furnished Model at The Outpost in the in the Mountain Vista neighborhood starting from $1,069. The second greatest value Mountain Vista apartment is the 3x2 Model at Buffalo Run starting at $2,149 with a $1.80 price per square foot in the Mountain Vista neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mountain Vista apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Outpost2x2 Furnished2BR,2BA$0.72
Buffalo Run3x23BR,2BA$1.80
Bloom Rental LivingHorsetooth2BR,2BA$1.88
Bull Run ApartmentsThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.27
Crowne at Old Town NorthClare1BR,1BA$2.03
1105 Green St, Unit BasementApartment1105 Green St1BR,1BA$2.07
The Landing at LemayJetstream A11BR,1BA$2.46
Max FlatsAspen II1BR,1BA$2.30
Old Town FlatsStudio AStudio ,1BA$3.16
Mason Street FlatsMcPhersonStudio ,1BA$3.49

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Mountain Vista, Fort Collins, CO

Ranked #8

Among cities in Colorado for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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3.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mountain Vista Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Mountain Vista?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Mountain Vista is under $1,579.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Mountain Vista?

The cheapest apartment in Mountain Vista is Northern Hotel Apartments which is listed at $1,436, while the average apartment in Mountain Vista costs $7,600.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Mountain Vista?

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 48 regular apartments in Mountain Vista 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 Mountain Vista?

Cheap apartments in Mountain Vista have an average cost of $696 which is $6,904 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Mountain Vista.

Expert Rental Resources

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How to Make Your Apartment Holiday-Ready: Renter-Friendly Tips

Written by: Justin Habersaat

Getting your apartment ready for the holidays can be exciting but sometimes challenging in a smaller space. Here are some modern tips to keep things festive, safe, and inviting this season.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!