2008 W Plum St
Fort CollinsCO80521
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Central Neighborhood of Fort Collins, CO from $605 (31 Rentals)
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2619 Dunbar Ave
Fort CollinsCO80526
2619 Dunbar Ave
Fort CollinsCO80526
927 James Ct
Fort CollinsCO80521
923 James Ct
Fort CollinsCO80521
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$995 - $2,210
Plus Fees11 Month Lease Term
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 20, 2027The Prospect Fort Collins
345 W Lake RdFort Collins, CO 80521
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$1,1992 Bedroom Apartments Available Sep 1
901 S Taft Hill Rd, Unit 3
901 S Taft Hill RdFort Collins, CO 80521
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1309 Burton Ct
Fort CollinsCO80521
1456 Edgewood Ct
Fort CollinsCO80526
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$1,345
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowTotal Monthly Price
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$1,297
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$48
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$1,345
710 City Park Ave, Unit APT B233
710 City Park AveFort Collins, CO 80521
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$1,350
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1 Bedroom Apartment Available Sep 1Total Monthly Price
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$1,350
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$1,350
1705 Heatheridge Rd, Unit M206
1705 Heatheridge RdFort Collins, CO 80526
1120 City Park Ave
Fort CollinsCO80521
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$1,3752 Bedroom Apartments Available Sep 1
1109 W Plum St, Unit 1
1109 W Plum StFort Collins, CO 80521
1725 W Stuart St
Fort CollinsCO80526
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1705 Heatheridge Rd, Unit J205
1705 Heatheridge Rd
Fort CollinsCO80526
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$1,512 - $2,242
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$1,464 - $2,194
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The Hewing
1742 Heritage CirFort Collins, CO 80526
2628 Redwing Rd
Fort CollinsCO80526
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$1,469 - $1,669
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$1,400 - $1,600
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$69
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$1,469 - $1,669
2020 W Plum St
2020 W Plum StFort Collins, CO 80521
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$1,495
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowTotal Monthly Price
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$1,447
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$48
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$1,495
1301 University Ave, Unit APT C201
1301 University AveFort Collins, CO 80521
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$1,499 - $1,524
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available NowTotal Monthly Price
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$1,499 - $1,524
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$1,499 - $1,524
The Social at Stadium Walk®
914 W Lake StFort Collins, CO 80521
2108 Applewood Rd
Fort CollinsCO80521
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720 City Park Ave, Unit A123
720 City Park Ave
Fort CollinsCO80521
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Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments
2008 W Plum
2008 W PlumFort Collins, CO 80521
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments
Toscana
2034-2036 W Plum StFort Collins, CO 80521
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments
Villages on Plum Street
927 Glenmoor DrFort Collins, CO 80521
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Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments
Apex Apartments
808 W Prospect RdFort Collins, CO 80526
1705 Heatheridge Rd
Fort CollinsCO80526
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments
1409 Elizabeth Apartments
1409 W Elizabeth StFort Collins, CO 80521
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1209 Plum St
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710 City Park Ave
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West Central, Fort Collins, CO Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Central?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Central Studio Apartments | $1,483 | $895 | $1,850 |
| West Central 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,452 | $678 | $2,335 |
| West Central 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,648 | $710 | $2,800 |
| West Central 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,452 | $679 | $3,323 |
| West Central 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,049 | $605 | $2,295 |
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There are currently 31 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the West Central Neighborhood of Fort Collins, CO.
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Cheapest Available West Central Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Central area of Fort Collins, CO is a 2 Beds unit found at The Junction Fort Collins priced from $915. Apex Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,225. Here are the most affordable West Central apartments for rent in Fort Collins, CO:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Junction Fort Collins | 2BR/2BA - DEN | 2BR,2BA | $915 |
| Apex Apartments | Micro Studio 2 | Studio,1BA | $1,225 |
| The Social West® | The Res 1 Upgraded Unfurnished | 1BR,1BA | $1,399 |
| The Hewing | Maple | 1BR,1BA | $1,426 |
| Bighorn Landing | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| 2020 W Plum St | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,469 |
| The Social at Stadium Walk® | Paragon Renovated Unfurnished | 1BR,1BA | $1,499 |
| The Alpine | 1BR/1BA - A | 1BR,1BA | $1,502 |
| Habitat at Fort Collins | Aspen | 2BR,1BA | $1,538 |
| The Standard at Fort Collins | Spruce | Studio,1BA | $1,554 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Central, CO
As of August 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Central area is the $0.64 price per square foot 3x3 Model at Union on Plum in the in the Fort Collins neighborhood starting from $891. The second greatest value West Central apartment is the C3 Model at Stadium Apartments: Off-Campus Student Housing starting at $934 with a $0.80 price per square foot in the Fort Collins neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Central apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Union on Plum | 3x3 | 3BR,3BA | $0.64 |
| Stadium Apartments: Off-Campus Student Housing | C3 | 3BR,3BA | $0.80 |
| Rams Park Apartments | 3 bed 2 bath | 3BR,2BA | $2.00 |
| 1030-2601 Davidson Dr | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| The Junction Fort Collins | 2BR/2BA - DEN | 2BR,2BA | $1.03 |
| Union on Elizabeth | 2X2 B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.32 |
| Union on Alley | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.34 |
| 2020 W Plum St | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.01 |
| Yugo Fort Collins Grove | 3 Bed, 3 Bath Renovated | 3BR,3BA | $2.06 |
| Eleven13 | Individual Bed - 2 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.81 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Central Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in West Central?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in West Central is under $1,554.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in West Central?
The cheapest apartment in West Central is The Social West® which is listed at $1,399, while the average apartment in West Central costs $1,352.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in West Central?
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 106 regular apartments in West Central 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 West Central?
Cheap apartments in West Central have an average cost of $775 which is $577 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in West Central.
Expert Rental Resources
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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