927 James Ct
Fort CollinsCO80521
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Central Neighborhood of Fort Collins, CO from $700 (41 Rentals)
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1032 Meadowbrook Dr
Fort CollinsCO80521
2008 W Plum St
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923 James Ct
Fort CollinsCO80521
638 1/2 S Meldrum St
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640 1/2 S Meldrum St
Fort CollinsCO80521
318 W Laurel St
Fort CollinsCO80521
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$1,345
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available NowTotal Monthly Price
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$1,297
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$48
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$1,345
1305 Burton Ct, Unit Apartment 4
1305 Burton CtFort Collins, CO 80521
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645 S Whitcomb St
Fort CollinsCO80521
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$1,432 - $1,894
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$1,362 - $1,824
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Habitat at Fort Collins
2736 Raintree DrFort Collins, CO 80526
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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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$1,595 - $2,211
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$1,553 - $2,169
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The Hewing
1742 Heritage CirFort Collins, CO 80526
2110 Applewood Rd
Fort CollinsCO80521
2108 Applewood Rd
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720 City Park Ave, Unit B220, Unit B220
720 City Park Ave
Fort CollinsCO80521
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$1,6502 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 1
632 S Loomis Ave, Unit B
632 S Loomis AveFort Collins, CO 80521
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$1,695
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$1,695
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1030-2601 Davidson Dr
1030-2601 Davidson DrFort Collins, CO 80526
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$1,696
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$1,696
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636 S Loomis Ave, Unit A, Unit A
636 S Loomis AveFort Collins, CO 80521
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$1,700 - $1,795
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowReNew Foothills
2155 Orchard PlFort Collins, CO 80521
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$1,7102 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 1
2613 Davidson Dr, Unit F3
2613 Davidson DrFort Collins, CO 80526
1200 Castlerock Dr
Fort CollinsCO80521
1221 University Ave, Unit F102
1221 University Ave
Fort CollinsCO80521
1221 University 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 3 Bedroom Apartments
1409 Elizabeth Apartments
1409 W Elizabeth StFort Collins, CO 80521
645 1/2 S Loomis Ave
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1705 Heatheridge Rd
Fort CollinsCO80524
710 City Park Ave
Fort CollinsCO80521
1120 City Park Ave
Fort CollinsCO80521
1225 W Prospect Rd
Fort CollinsCO80526
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622 S Loomis Ave
Fort CollinsCO80521
720 City Park Ave
Fort CollinsCO80521
Cozy 2 Bed 2 Bath Condo
1221 University Ave
Fort CollinsCO80521
Unique Brick Side by Side Duplex
1012 Cragmore Dr
Fort CollinsCO80521
1101 S Bryan Ave
Fort CollinsCO80521
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2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments
Rams Park Apartments
2226 W Elizabeth StFort Collins, CO 80521
322 1/2 W Laurel St
Fort CollinsCO80521
1625 W Elizabeth St
Fort CollinsCO80521
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622 1/2 S Loomis Ave
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 | $1,668 | $1,470 | $2,299 |
| West Central 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,575 | $1,195 | $2,280 |
| West Central 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,597 | $795 | $2,750 |
| West Central 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,348 | $724 | $3,415 |
| West Central 4 Bedroom Apartments | $994 | $792 | $2,211 |
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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 1 Bed unit found at Habitat at Fort Collins priced from $1,432. 2020 W Plum St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,469. Here are the most affordable West Central apartments for rent in Fort Collins, CO:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Habitat at Fort Collins | Conifer | 1BR,1BA | $1,432 |
| 2020 W Plum St | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,469 |
| The Alpine | 1BR/1BA - A | 1BR,1BA | $1,502 |
| The Hewing | Cottonwood | 2BR,1BA | $1,595 |
| 1030-2601 Davidson Dr | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,695 |
| ReNew Foothills | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1,700 |
| Bighorn Landing | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,725 |
| The Quarry Luxury Apartments | Classic (Classic B1) | 2BR,2BA | $2,180 |
| The Standard at Fort Collins | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $2,280 |
| Glenmoor Townhomes | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $2,520 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Central, CO
As of April 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Central area is the $0.43 price per square foot 4 Beds, 2.5 baths Model at Campus West Lofts on City Park in the in the West Side neighborhood starting from $700. 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 | 4 Beds, 2.5 baths | 4BR,2.5BA | $0.43 |
| Stadium Apartments: Off-Campus Student Housing | D7 | 4BR,4BA | $0.68 |
| Union on Plum | 3x3 | 3BR,3BA | $0.64 |
| Union on Elizabeth | 4X4 D1 | 4BR,4BA | $0.57 |
| Union on Alley | 3x3 Renovated | 3BR,3BA | $0.71 |
| Glenmoor Townhomes | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $2.29 |
| 1030-2601 Davidson Dr | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| ReNew Foothills | 2x2 Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $2.20 |
| 2020 W Plum St | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.01 |
| The Alpine | 1BR/1BA - A | 1BR,1BA | $2.18 |
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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 Habitat at Fort Collins which is listed at $1,432, while the average apartment in West Central costs $1,700.
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 85 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 $942 which is $758 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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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Written by: Lauren Harrington
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Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.
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.