1208 Fairview Dr, Unit Lofts
1208 Fairview Dr
Fort CollinsCO80521
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Central Neighborhood of Fort Collins, CO from $700 (31 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
318 W Laurel St
Fort CollinsCO80521
640 1/2 S Meldrum St
Fort CollinsCO80521
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$1,200
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1 Bedroom Apartment Available Jun 1Total Monthly Price
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$1,200
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$1,200
918 James Ct, Unit 1
918 James CtFort Collins, CO 80521
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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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$1,245
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
645 S Whitcomb St
Fort CollinsCO80521
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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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$1,469 - $1,669
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$1,400 - $1,600
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$1,469 - $1,669
2020 W Plum St
2020 W Plum StFort Collins, CO 80521
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$1,484 - $1,995
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$1,415 - $1,926
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Habitat at Fort Collins
2736 Raintree DrFort Collins, CO 80526
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1705 Heatheridge Rd, Unit M204
1705 Heatheridge Rd
Fort CollinsCO80526
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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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Villages on Plum Street
927 Glenmoor DrFort Collins, CO 80521
645 1/2 S Loomis Ave
Fort CollinsCO80521
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1409 Elizabeth Apartments
1409 W Elizabeth StFort Collins, CO 80521
1705 Heatheridge Rd
Fort CollinsCO80526
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710 City Park Ave
Fort CollinsCO80521
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1301 University Ave
Fort CollinsCO80521
322 1/2 W Laurel St
Fort CollinsCO80521
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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 | $1,765 | $1,250 | $2,399 |
| West Central 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,529 | $1,195 | $2,464 |
| West Central 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,584 | $780 | $2,785 |
| West Central 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,324 | $709 | $3,365 |
| West Central 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,056 | $792 | $3,095 |
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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 2020 W Plum St priced from $1,469. The Alpine has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,574. Here are the most affordable West Central 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 Alpine | 1BR/1BA - B | 1BR,1BA | $1,574 |
| The Hewing | Maple | 1BR,1BA | $1,618 |
| Rams Park Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1,695 |
| 1030-2601 Davidson Dr | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,695 |
| ReNew Foothills | 2x2 Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1,735 |
| Bighorn Landing | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,745 |
| Habitat at Fort Collins | Columbine | 2BR,1BA | $1,800 |
| The Quarry Luxury Apartments | Loft (Classic A2) | 1BR,1BA | $1,934 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Central, CO
As of May 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Central 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 West Central 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 West Central 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 |
| 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 |
| The Alpine | 1BR/1BA - B | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Central Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in West Central?
The cheapest apartment in West Central is The Alpine which is listed at $1,574, while the average apartment in West Central costs $1,710.
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 46 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 $1,025 which is $685 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in West Central.
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