Cheap Homes for Rent in Shields Neighborhood of Fort Collins, CO from $1,200 (15 Rentals)

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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 1030-2601 Davidson Dr priced from $1,100. Prospect Station has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,495. Here are the most affordable Shields apartments for rent in Fort Collins, CO:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
1030-2601 Davidson Dr2 bedroom2BR,1BA$1,100
Prospect Station221 W Prospect Rd. StudioStudio,1BA$1,495
The HewingMaple1BR,1BA$1,578
Clocktower LoftsFALL 2025: 2 Bed/2 Bath2BR,2BA$1,795
The Quarry Luxury ApartmentsBungalow+ (Classic A1+)1BR,1BA$1,900

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shields, CO

As of June 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Shields area is the $0.92 price per square foot C4 Model at Stadium Apartments: Off-Campus Student Housing in the in the West Side neighborhood starting from $1,110. The second greatest value Shields apartment is the 3x3 Renovated Model at Union on Alley starting at $995 with a $0.86 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.
Stadium Apartments: Off-Campus Student HousingC43BR,3BA$0.92
Union on Alley3x3 Renovated3BR,3BA$0.86
Clocktower LoftsAvailable: June - 2 Bed/2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.93
Bighorn Landing2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.59
The Quarry Luxury ApartmentsAtrium Grand (Metro A1A)1BR,1BA$2.77
The HewingMaple1BR,1BA$2.85
1030-2601 Davidson Dr2 bedroom2BR,1BA$2.20
Prospect Station221 W Prospect Rd. StudioStudio ,1BA$3.42

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Frequently Asked Questions about Shields

What type of rentals are currently available in Shields?

There are currently 65 Apartments for Rent in Shields, CO with pricing that ranges from $800 to $3,400. There are also 28 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Shields ranging from $1,250 to $3,850.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Shields?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Shields ranges from $1,250 to $3,850 with an average monthly rent of $2,138.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Shields?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Shields range from $800 to $2,892, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,300 to $2,495. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,695 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $895.

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