632 N Shields St
Fort CollinsCO80521
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Fort Collins Neighborhood of Fort Collins, CO from $800 (38 Rentals)
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$1,223
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available NowNorthern Hotel Apartments
172 N College AveFort Collins, CO 80524
500 Laporte Ave
Fort CollinsCO80521
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$1,2451 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
207 Mathews St, Unit 16
207 Mathews StFort Collins, CO 80524
205 N Sherwood St
Fort CollinsCO80521
919 James Ct
Fort CollinsCO80521
309 N Shields St
Fort CollinsCO80521
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$1,373
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available NowTotal Monthly Price
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$1,325
Required Monthly Fees
$48
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$1,373
301 Peterson St, Unit APT 106
301 Peterson StFort Collins, CO 80524
1244 Maple St
Fort CollinsCO80521
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327 Mathews St
Fort CollinsCO80524
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$1,409 - $2,977
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowOld Town Flats
Mason StFort Collins, CO 80521
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$1,424 - $2,740
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Jul 20Mason Street Flats
311 N Mason StFort Collins, CO 80521
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$1,451 - $4,840
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowTotal Monthly Price
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$1,354 - $4,743
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281 Willow
281 Willow StFort Collins, CO 80524
636 N Shields St
Fort CollinsCO80521
301 Park St
Fort CollinsCO80521
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$1,5001 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 1
334 E Mulberry St, Unit 1
334 E Mulberry StFort Collins, CO 80524
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$1,549 - $2,799
Plus Fees11 Month Lease Term
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowLuxury Housing - Uncommon Fort Collins
302 S College AveFort Collins, CO 80524
218 Whedbee St
Fort CollinsCO80524
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$1,613
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3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowNorthfield Commons
728 Mangold LnFort Collins, CO 80524
1104 Columbine Ct
Fort CollinsCO80521
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$1,650
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2 Bedroom Apartment Available NowTotal Monthly Price
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$1,650
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$1,650
701 Aztec Dr, Unit A
701 Aztec DrFort Collins, CO 80521
211 N Shields St
Fort CollinsCO80521
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$1,7002 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 1
1355 Cherry St, Unit B
1355 Cherry StFort Collins, CO 80521
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$1,8001 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
111 S Meldrum St, Unit 7
111 S Meldrum StFort Collins, CO 80524
725 Aztec Dr
Fort CollinsCO80521
602 Cherry St
Fort CollinsCO80521
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments
Parklane Arms
308 E Oak StFort Collins, CO 80524
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Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments
Park View Apartments
221 Mathews StFort Collins, CO 80524
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1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments
NShields632 (KC-LN-KB)
632-636 N Shields StFort Collins, CO 80521
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments
211 N Shields St
211 N Shields StFort Collins, CO 80521
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2 Bedroom Apartments
527 West
527 WestFort Collins, CO 80521
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Mathews327 (KC-KS-RB)
327 Mathews StFort Collins, CO 80524
709 1/2 E Magnolia St
Fort CollinsCO80524
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2 Bedroom Apartments
833 Elm St
833 Elm StFort Collins, CO 80521
421 S Howes St
Fort CollinsCO80521
301 Peterson St
Fort CollinsCO80524
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments
Legacy Senior Residences
413 Linden StFort Collins, CO 80524
431 N Whitcomb St
Fort CollinsCO80521
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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 | $1,538 | $1,225 | $1,779 |
| Downtown Fort Collins 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,644 | $1,195 | $2,099 |
| Downtown Fort Collins 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,115 | $1,395 | $2,706 |
| Downtown Fort Collins 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,340 | $1,495 | $2,799 |
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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 1 Bed unit found at Northern Hotel Apartments priced from $1,223. Old Town Flats has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,409. Here are the most affordable Downtown Fort Collins apartments for rent in Fort Collins, CO:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Hotel Apartments | 1x1 50% | 1BR,1BA | $1,223 |
| Old Town Flats | Studio A | Studio,1BA | $1,409 |
| Northfield Commons | 3 bed | 3BR,2BA | $1,613 |
| 281 Willow | A5 | 1BR,1BA | $1,758 |
| Luxury Housing - Uncommon Fort Collins | 3x3 2 | 3BR,3BA | $2,319 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Fort Collins, CO
As of July 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Fort Collins area is the $2.52 price per square foot 3x3 2 Premium Model at Luxury Housing - Uncommon Fort Collins in the in the West Side neighborhood starting from $2,599. The second greatest value Downtown Fort Collins apartment is the A5 Model at 281 Willow starting at $1,758 with a $3.20 price per square foot in the Mountain Vista 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Luxury Housing - Uncommon Fort Collins | 3x3 2 Premium | 3BR,3BA | $2.52 |
| 281 Willow | A5 | 1BR,1BA | $3.20 |
| Old Town Flats | Studio A | Studio ,1BA | $3.13 |
| Northern Hotel Apartments | 1x1 50% | 1BR,1BA | $4.08 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Fort Collins Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Fort Collins?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Fort Collins is Northern Hotel Apartments which is listed at $1,223, while the average apartment in Downtown Fort Collins costs $2,569.
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 5 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 $860 which is $1,709 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Fort Collins.
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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
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For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.