Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Fort Collins Neighborhood of Fort Collins, CO from $800 (16 Rentals)

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property at 217 E Oak St

$1,495 - $1,795

1 Bedroom Rentals

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217 E Oak St

Fort CollinsCO80524

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Parklane Arms
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Parklane Arms

308 E Oak 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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211 N Shields St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

211 N Shields St

211 N Shields StFort Collins, CO 80521
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NShields632 (KC-LN)
3 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

NShields632 (KC-LN)

632-636 N Shields StFort Collins, CO 80521
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Downtown Fort Collins, Fort Collins, CO Local Guide

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 281 Willow priced from $1,328. Luxury Housing - Uncommon Fort Collins has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,399. Here are the most affordable Downtown Fort Collins apartments for rent in Fort Collins, CO:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
281 WillowS5Studio,1BA$1,328
Luxury Housing - Uncommon Fort CollinsStudioStudio,1BA$1,399
Old Town FlatsStudio AStudio,1BA$1,427
Northern Hotel Apartments1x1 60%1BR,1BA$1,436
Mason Street FlatsMcPhersonStudio,1BA$1,515

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Fort Collins, CO

As of December 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Fort Collins area is the $3.17 price per square foot Studio A Model at Old Town Flats in the in the West Side neighborhood starting from $1,427. The second greatest value Downtown Fort Collins apartment is the McPherson Model at Mason Street Flats starting at $1,515 with a $3.49 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Old Town FlatsStudio AStudio ,1BA$3.17
Mason Street FlatsMcPhersonStudio ,1BA$3.49
281 WillowS4Studio ,1BA$3.50
Luxury Housing - Uncommon Fort CollinsStudioStudio ,1BA$4.54
Northern Hotel Apartments1x1 60%1BR,1BA$4.79

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

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Fort Collins, Fort Collins, CO

Ranked #11

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

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2.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Fort Collins Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Fort Collins?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Fort Collins is at 281 Willow listed at $1,328.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Fort Collins Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Fort Collins Apartment is $1,436 at Northern Hotel Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Fort Collins Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Fort Collins is starting from $1,790 at Mason Street Flats.

What is the most affordable Downtown Fort Collins Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Downtown Fort Collins Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Northfield Commons and starts from $1,613.

Expert Rental Resources

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Written by: Justin Habersaat

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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!