Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Shields Neighborhood of Fort Collins, CO from $600 (7 Rentals)

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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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Shields, Fort Collins, CO Local Guide

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 The Social at Stadium Walk® priced from $1,105. The Hewing has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,258. Here are the most affordable Shields apartments for rent in Fort Collins, CO:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Social at Stadium Walk®Revire Renovated Unfurnished2BR,1BA$1,105
The HewingMaple1BR,1BA$1,258
2020 W Plum St2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1,350

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shields, CO

As of January 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Shields area is the $0.78 price per square foot 3x3 Model at Union on Plum in the in the West Side neighborhood starting from $1,081. The second greatest value Shields apartment is the 4X4 D1 Model at Union on Elizabeth starting at $1,041 with a $0.75 price per square foot in the West Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Shields apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Union on Plum3x33BR,3BA$0.78
Union on Elizabeth4X4 D14BR,4BA$0.75
Stadium Apartments: Off-Campus Student HousingC33BR,3BA$0.95
Union on Alley3x3 Renovated3BR,3BA$0.78
2020 W Plum St2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.85
The Junction Fort Collins1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1.96
The Alpine1BR/1BA - A1BR,1BA$2.46
916 James Ct, Unit 3916 James Ct1BR,1BA$2.00
The HewingMaple1BR,1BA$2.27
1030-2601 Davidson Dr2 bedroom2BR,1BA$2.79

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Shields, Fort Collins, CO

Ranked #6

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

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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 $1,258, while the average apartment in Shields costs $7,600.

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 75 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 $1,097 which is $6,503 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Shields.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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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!