Cheap Apartments for Rent in Fort Collins, CO from $663 (172 Rentals)

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property at 903 Saddlebrook Ln
$850

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$850

Total Monthly Price$850
6 Month Lease Term
4 Bedroom, 3 Bath Home for Rent
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Furnished

903 Saddlebrook Ln

Fort CollinsCO80525
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The Prospect Fort Collins
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$995 - $2,210

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$995 - $2,210

Total Monthly Price$995 - $2,210
11 Month Lease Term
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 20, 2027

The Prospect Fort Collins

345 W Lake RdFort Collins, CO 80521
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Fox Meadows
$1,119 - $1,750

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,119 - $1,750

Total Monthly Price$1,119 - $1,750
12 Month Lease Term
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Fox Meadows

3644 S Timberline RdFort Collins, CO 80525
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Ramblewood Apartments
Rent Specials
$1,149 - $1,581

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,149 - $1,581

Total Monthly PriceVaries
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Ramblewood Apartments

155 Briarwood RdFort Collins, CO 80521
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property at 1729 Palm Dr
$1,195

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,195

Total Monthly Price$1,195
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
Available Now
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1729 Palm Dr

Fort CollinsCO80526
property at 1724 Larch St
$1,295

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,295

Total Monthly Price$1,295
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
Available Nov 5
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1724 Larch St

Fort CollinsCO80526
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Brookview Apartments
Rent Specials
$1,297 - $1,657

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,297 - $1,657

Total Monthly Price$1,297 - $1,657
12 Month Lease Term
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Brookview Apartments

1717 Welch StFort Collins, CO 80525
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property at 2831 Somerville Dr
$1,300

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,300

Total Monthly Price$1,300
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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2831 Somerville Dr

Fort CollinsCO80526
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2723 Leisure Dr, Unit 2723
$1,300

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,300

Total Monthly Price$1,300
12 Month Lease Term
2 Bedroom Apartment Available Dec 1

2723 Leisure Dr, Unit 2723

2723 Leisure DrFort Collins, CO 80525
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Aspenleaf Apartments
$1,315 - $1,650

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,315 - $1,650

Total Monthly Price$1,315 - $1,650
12 Month Lease Term
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Aspenleaf Apartments

3501 S Stover StFort Collins, CO 80525
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Lakeview on the Rise
Rent Specials
$1,343 - $1,858

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,343 - $1,858

Total Monthly Price$1,343 - $1,858
12 Month Lease Term
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Lakeview on the Rise

202 Stoney Brook RdFort Collins, CO 80525
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property at 174-180 Rick Dr
$1,345

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,345

Total Monthly Price$1,345
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
Available Now
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174-180 Rick Dr

Fort CollinsCO80525
property at 1931 Ross Ct
$1,345

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,345

Total Monthly Price$1,345
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
Available Now
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1931 Ross Ct

Fort CollinsCO80526
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Northfield Commons
$1,346 - $1,858

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,346 - $1,858

Total Monthly Price$1,346 - $1,858
12 Month Lease Term
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Northfield Commons

728 Mangold LnFort Collins, CO 80524
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The Hewing
Rent Specials
$1,347 - $2,339

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,299 - $2,291
Required Monthly FeesVaries

Total Monthly PriceVaries
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

The Hewing

1742 Heritage CirFort Collins, CO 80526
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Governor's Park
Rent Specials
$1,350 - $1,550

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,350 - $1,550

Total Monthly Price$1,350 - $1,550
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Governor's Park

700 E Drake RdFort Collins, CO 80525
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Springfield Court Apartments
Rent Specials
$1,354 - $2,113

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,354 - $2,113

Total Monthly Price$1,354 - $2,113
12 Month Lease Term
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Springfield Court Apartments

3851 S Taft Hill RdFort Collins, CO 80526
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Bull Run Apartments
$1,362 - $2,127

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,362 - $2,127

Total Monthly Price$1,362 - $2,127
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Bull Run Apartments

820 Merganser DrFort Collins, CO 80524
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property at 1812 Pecan St
$1,375

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,375

Total Monthly Price$1,375
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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1812 Pecan St

Fort CollinsCO80526
property at 1100 McHugh St
$1,395

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,395

Total Monthly Price$1,395
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
Available Now
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1100 McHugh St

Fort CollinsCO80524
property at 332 W Myrtle St
$1,395

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,395

Total Monthly Price$1,395
1 Bedroom Rentals
Available Now
Affordability

332 W Myrtle St

Fort CollinsCO80521

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property at 1725 W Stuart St
$1,400

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,400

Total Monthly Price$1,400
12 Month Lease Term
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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Furnished

1725 W Stuart St

Fort CollinsCO80526
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Courtney Park
$1,407 - $2,071

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,365 - $2,029
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Courtney Park

4470 S Lemay AveFort Collins, CO 80525
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Max Flats
Rent Specials
$1,410 - $2,408

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,410 - $2,408

Total Monthly Price$1,410 - $2,408
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Max Flats

505 S Mason StFort Collins, CO 80524
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property at 915-917 Camelot Ct
$1,450

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,450

Total Monthly Price$1,450
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
Available Now

915-917 Camelot Ct

Fort CollinsCO80525
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Northern Hotel Apartments
$1,467 - $1,761

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,467 - $1,761

Total Monthly Price$1,467 - $1,761
12 Month Lease Term
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Northern Hotel Apartments

172 N College AveFort Collins, CO 80524
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2020 W Plum St
$1,469 - $1,669

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,400 - $1,600
Required Monthly Fees$69

Total Monthly Price$1,469 - $1,669
12 Month Lease Term
2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

2020 W Plum St

2020 W Plum StFort Collins, CO 80521
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property at 1200 W Magnolia St
$1,495

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,495

Total Monthly Price$1,495
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
Available Oct 15

1200 W Magnolia St

Fort CollinsCO80521
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The Social at Stadium Walk®
Rent Specials
$1,499 - $1,760

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,499 - $1,760

Total Monthly Price$1,499 - $1,760
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

The Social at Stadium Walk®

914 W Lake StFort Collins, CO 80521
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property at 135 N Sherwood St
$1,500

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,500

Total Monthly Price$1,500
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
Available Oct 23

135 N Sherwood St

Fort CollinsCO80521
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Habitat at Fort Collins
Rent Specials
$1,507 - $1,856

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,438 - $1,787
Required Monthly FeesVaries

Total Monthly PriceVaries
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Habitat at Fort Collins

2736 Raintree DrFort Collins, CO 80526
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Cycle Apartments
Rent Specials
$1,509 - $5,607

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,509 - $5,607

Total Monthly Price$1,509 - $5,607
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Cycle Apartments

3521 Stanford RdFort Collins, CO 80525
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Mason Street Flats
Rent Specials
$1,514 - $2,740

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,514 - $2,740

Total Monthly Price$1,514 - $2,740
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Mason Street Flats

311 N Mason StFort Collins, CO 80521
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property at 2960 W Stuart St
$1,543

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,495
Required Monthly Fees$48

Total Monthly Price$1,543
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Rentals
Available Now

2960 W Stuart St, Unit APT A102

2960 W Stuart St
Fort CollinsCO80526
property at 801 Smith St
$1,543

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,495
Required Monthly Fees$48

Total Monthly Price$1,543
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Rentals
Available Now

801 Smith St

Fort CollinsCO80524

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Fort Collins, CO

Pricing Updated: 09/28/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Fort Collins, CO area range in price from $663 to $6,154 with an overall median price of $1,716. The three Fort Collins neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Shields at $1,240, West Central at $1,354, and Foothills Green at $1,401. 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
Shields$1,240$663138
West Central$1,354$663147
Foothills Green$1,401$663148
Rogers Park$1,474$1,14929
Old Town Fort Collins$1,581$663225
P.O.E.T.$1,609$1,19517
Historic Fort Collins$1,697$99529
East Side$1,715$99541
West Side$1,717$67839
Troutman Park$1,779$1,300135

Cheapest Available Fort Collins Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Fort Collins, CO is a 1 Bed unit found at Eleven13 in the Fort Collins neighborhood priced from $779. The Outpost in the Fort Collins neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 5 Beds apartment currently listed from $868. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Fort Collins apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Eleven13Individual Bed - 2 Bed 2 Bath Townhome1BR, 1BA$779
The Outpost5x5.5 Unfurnished5BR, 5BA$868
The Junction Fort Collins - Historical Access2BR/2BA - DEN2BR, 2BA$900
Caribou I2x2C 40%2BR, 2BA$1,059
Dartmouth125 (KC-AM)1BR/1.0BA1BR, 1BA$1,095
Laporte1850 (KC-LN)0BR/1.0BAStudio, 1BA$1,095
Fox Meadows1bd/1ba Tax Credit1BR, 1BA$1,119
Ramblewood ApartmentsMaple1BR, 1BA$1,149
Emigh1001 (KC-BG)2BR/1.0BA2BR, 1BA$1,195
Remington1705 (KC-JF-NB)1BR/1.0BA1BR, 1BA$1,195

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fort Collins, CO

As of September 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Fort Collins area is the $0.77 price per square foot 2x2.5 Furnished Model at The Outpost in the Fort Collins neighborhood starting from $1,144. The second greatest value Fort Collins apartment is the 3 Beds, 2 Baths Model at Saddle Ridge in the Fort Collins neighborhood starting at $1,750 with a $1.22 price per square foot. 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 Outpost2x2.5 Furnished2BR, 2.5BA$0.77
Saddle Ridge3 Beds, 2 Baths3BR, 2BA$1.22
Bull Run ApartmentsFour Bedroom Townhome4BR, 2BA$1.24
Union on Plum3x33BR, 3BA$0.67
Union on Elizabeth4X4 D14BR, 4BA$0.60
1730 W. MULBERRY2BR/1.0BA2BR, 1BA$1.29
Lakeview on the Rise2/22BR, 2BA$1.37
Stadium Apartments: Off-Campus Student HousingC33BR, 3BA$0.81
Caribou I2x2C 40%2BR, 2BA$1.03
The Junction Fort Collins - Historical Access2BR/2BA - DEN2BR, 2BA$1.01

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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.

Fort Collins, CO
Population: 167,830

Ranked #158

in US Census Population by City

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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 $1,195.

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

The cheapest apartment in Fort Collins is Eleven13 which is listed at $779, while the average apartment in Fort Collins costs $1,716.

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 491 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 $758 which is $958 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Fort Collins.

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