1208 Fairview Dr, Unit Lofts
1208 Fairview Dr
Fort CollinsCO80521
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Shields Neighborhood of Fort Collins, CO from $700 (29 Rentals)
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1621 Underhill Dr, Unit Shared #2
1621 Underhill Dr
Fort CollinsCO80526
1456 Edgewood Ct
Fort CollinsCO80526
1456 Edgewood Ct
Fort CollinsCO80526
645 S Whitcomb St
Fort CollinsCO80521
318 W Laurel St
Fort CollinsCO80521
640 1/2 S Meldrum St
Fort CollinsCO80521
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$1,200
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918 James Ct, Unit 1
918 James CtFort Collins, CO 80521
1032 Meadowbrook Dr
Fort CollinsCO80521
920 James Ct
Fort CollinsCO80521
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$1,245
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$1,197
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1305 Burton Ct, Unit Apartment 4
1305 Burton CtFort Collins, CO 80521
730 W Prospect Rd
Fort CollinsCO80526
2008 W Plum St
Fort CollinsCO80521
1309 Burton Ct
Fort CollinsCO80521
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1705 Heatheridge Rd, Unit h 103
1705 Heatheridge Rd
Fort CollinsCO80526
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520 S Bryan Ave, Unit C
520 S Bryan AveFort Collins, CO 80521
1456 Edgewood Ct
Fort CollinsCO80526
1456 Edgewood Ct
Fort CollinsCO80526
1301 Burton Ct
Fort CollinsCO80521
927 James Ct
Fort CollinsCO80521
923 James Ct
Fort CollinsCO80521
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Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments
2008 W Plum
2008 W PlumFort Collins, CO 80521
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Toscana
2034-2036 W Plum StFort Collins, CO 80521
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Villages on Plum Street
927 Glenmoor DrFort Collins, CO 80521
510 S Howes St
Fort CollinsCO80521
645 1/2 S Loomis Ave
Fort CollinsCO80521
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Prospect Station
221 W Prospect RdFort Collins, CO 80526
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1409 Elizabeth Apartments
1409 W Elizabeth StFort Collins, CO 80521
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Shields, Fort Collins, CO Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Shields?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shields Studio Apartments | $1,693 | $1,250 | $2,399 |
| Shields 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,511 | $1,195 | $2,464 |
| Shields 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,405 | $780 | $2,300 |
| Shields 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,293 | $709 | $3,365 |
| Shields 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,047 | $792 | $3,095 |
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Cheapest Available Shields Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Shields area of Fort Collins, CO is a 2 Beds unit found at 2020 W Plum St priced from $1,469. The Hewing has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,487. Here are the most affordable Shields apartments for rent in Fort Collins, CO:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 W Plum St | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,469 |
| The Hewing | Maple | 1BR,1BA | $1,487 |
| The Alpine | 1BR/1BA - B | 1BR,1BA | $1,574 |
| 1030-2601 Davidson Dr | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,695 |
| 526 S Howes St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| The Quarry Luxury Apartments | Loft (Classic A2) | 1BR,1BA | $1,934 |
| Eleven13 | 2 Bed 2.5 Bath Town Home | 2BR,2BA | $2,150 |
| Glenmoor Townhomes | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $2,390 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shields, CO
As of June 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Shields area is the $1.40 price per square foot HUGE 3 Bedroom PLUS office Model at Campus West Lofts on City Park in the in the West Side neighborhood starting from $2,400. The second greatest value Shields apartment is the D7 Model at Stadium Apartments: Off-Campus Student Housing starting at $1,015 with a $0.68 price per square foot in the West Central neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Shields apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Campus West Lofts on City Park | HUGE 3 Bedroom PLUS office | 3BR,2BA | $1.40 |
| Stadium Apartments: Off-Campus Student Housing | D7 | 4BR,4BA | $0.68 |
| Union on Plum | 4x4 | 4BR,4BA | $0.53 |
| Union on Elizabeth | 4X4 D1 | 4BR,4BA | $0.57 |
| Eleven13 | 2 Bed 2.5 Bath Town Home | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.80 |
| Sherwood Park | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.61 |
| Union on Alley | 3x3 Renovated | 3BR,3BA | $0.71 |
| The Standard at Fort Collins | Dogwood | 4BR,2BA | $0.77 |
| 1030-2601 Davidson Dr | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| The Junction Fort Collins | 3BR/2BA - A | 3BR,2BA | $0.85 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Shields Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Shields?
The cheapest apartment in Shields is The Hewing which is listed at $1,487, while the average apartment in Shields costs $1,550.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Shields?
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 45 regular apartments in Shields 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 Shields?
Cheap apartments in Shields have an average cost of $1,001 which is $549 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Shields.
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