
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Side Neighborhood of Fort Collins, CO from $700 (16 Rentals)
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Northern Hotel Apartments

1001 Robertson St

Brookview Apartments
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Max Flats

281 Willow

620 Mathews St
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716 Maple St
East Side, Fort Collins, CO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Side?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Side Studio Apartments | $1,483 | $1,394 | $1,625 |
| East Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,510 | $1,150 | $1,729 |
| East Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,910 | $1,397 | $3,721 |
| East Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,872 | $1,497 | $2,300 |
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Cheapest Available East Side Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Side area of Fort Collins, CO is a 1 Bed unit found at Mathews634 (KC-NB) priced from $1,195. Northern Hotel Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,196. Here are the most affordable East Side apartments for rent in Fort Collins, CO:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathews634 (KC-NB) | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| Northern Hotel Apartments | 1x1 50% | 1BR,1BA | $1,196 |
| 281 Willow | S5 | Studio,1BA | $1,394 |
| Brookview Apartments | 2x1836 | 2BR,1BA | $1,397 |
| Old Town Flats | Old Town Flats-Studio A | Studio,1BA | $1,455 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Side, CO
As of November 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Side area is the $1.80 price per square foot 3x2 Model at Buffalo Run in the in the Mountain Vista neighborhood starting from $2,149. The second greatest value East Side apartment is the 1009 Mchugh St Model at 1009 Mchugh St, Unit 1 starting at $1,500 with a $1.55 price per square foot in the Mountain Vista neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Side apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buffalo Run | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $1.80 |
| 1009 Mchugh St, Unit 1 | 1009 Mchugh St | 2BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| 704 Colorado St, Unit 704 Colorado St. | 704 Colorado St | 2BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| Brookview Apartments | 2x1836 | 2BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| 1105 Green St, Unit BasementApartment | 1105 Green St | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| Max Flats | Zephyr | 1BR,1BA | $2.66 |
| Mathews634 (KC-NB) | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.19 |
| Old Town Flats | Old Town Flats-Studio A | Studio ,1BA | $3.23 |
| 281 Willow | S5 | Studio ,1BA | $3.42 |
| Northern Hotel Apartments | 1x1 60% | 1BR,1BA | $4.79 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEast Side, Fort Collins, CO
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in East Side, Fort Collins, CO
Harris Bilingual Elementary School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Side Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in East Side?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in East Side is under $2,149.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Side?
The cheapest apartment in East Side is Mathews634 (KC-NB) which is listed at $1,195, while the average apartment in East Side costs $1,846.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in East Side?
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 4 regular apartments in East Side that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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