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

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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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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
1 to 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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Caribou I
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Caribou I

4135 Verbena WayFort Collins, CO 80525
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Fort Collins, CO Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Fort Collins, CO

Pricing Updated: 09/16/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Fort Collins, CO area range in price from $757 to $6,862 with an overall median price of $2,092. The three Fort Collins neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Rogers Park at $1,199, West Central at $757, and Historic Fort Collins at $995. 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
Rogers Park$1,505$1,19916
West Central$1,787$757108
Historic Fort Collins$1,796$99519
Foothills Green$1,877$757108
Shields$1,877$75794
East Side$1,943$99527
Downtown Fort Collins$1,950$1,19618
P.O.E.T.$2,095$1,25012
West Side$2,195$79940
Capitol Hill$2,199$1,19625

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 $779. The Social West® in the West Central neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $795. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Fort Collins apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Outpost5x5 Unfurnished5BR,5BA$779
The Social West®Calderra 2 Unfurnished2BR,1BA$795
Union on Alley3x33BR,3BA$799
Northern Hotel Apartments1x1 50%1BR,1BA$1,196
Ramblewood ApartmentsMaple1BR,1BA$1,199

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fort Collins, CO

As of September 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Fort Collins area is the $0.68 price per square foot 2x2 Unfurnished Model at The Outpost in the in the Mountain Vista neighborhood starting from $1,019. The second greatest value Fort Collins apartment is the Linden Model at Mason Street Flats starting at $2,204 with a $1.50 price per square foot in the West Side 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 Outpost2x2 Unfurnished2BR,2BA$0.68
Mason Street FlatsLinden3BR,2BA$1.50
Bull Run ApartmentsFour Bedroom Townhome4BR,2BA$1.35
Union on Plum3x33BR,3BA$0.74
Union on Elizabeth4X4 D14BR,4BA$0.73
Stadium Apartments: Off-Campus Student HousingC33BR,3BA$0.83
Springfield Court Apartments3 Bedroom3BR,1.5BA$1.35
5209 Greenway Dr, Unit Lower level5209 Greenway Dr2BR,1BA$1.48
Lakeview on the RiseOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.53
Brookview Apartments2x18362BR,1BA$1.55

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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 #18

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
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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 $1,349.

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

The cheapest apartment in Fort Collins is Northern Hotel Apartments which is listed at $1,196, while the average apartment in Fort Collins costs $2,092.

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 402 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 $527 which is $1,565 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Fort Collins.

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