Wellington, CO 144 Apartments for Rent

Wellington, Colorado, took its name from a state railroad employee named C.L. Wellington.

Wellington is a scenic town located in the mountains in the northernmost part of Colorado, along I-25. It's a small and cozy town of 6,289 people that brings a different pace of life to you. Instead of rushing around from point A to point B as quickly as possible, this agriculture-centered town helps you stop and smell the roses.

Moving to Wellington

According to the U.S. Census, 80.2 percent of homes are owned, while 19.8 percent are rented in Wellington, CO. This area is primarily served by private landlords offering houses, duplexes and apartments in single family homes for rent. There is a good mix of new and old houses in this area to rent from, so you're well served if you want a nearly new place to lay your head or an old historic house with character. The rentals homes in Wellington are priced low compared to nearby areas, due to the lower taxes and cheaper land in this area.

Since you're dealing directly with the homeowners, look over rental contracts thoroughly before you move in. The plus side of this is that private homeowners tend to be more forgiving of credit problems, or may not check your credit at all, and may be willing to make reasonable accommodations for other special requests. On the negative side, the homeowners may not be as experienced with the legal matters concerning landlord-tenant rights and requirements in Colorado. Ideally, get a lawyer versed in landlord-tenant law to look over the contract if you have any questions.

Neighborhoods in Wellington

Check out the two neighborhoods of Wellington before deciding where to put down roots. They are both very different, so depending on your lifestyle preferences you'll either be closer to downtown or somewhere surrounding it.

Norfolk/Buckeye: This neighborhood is not served by public transportation and is car dependent. There are two parks, the Red Mountain Open Space and the Soapstone Prairie Natural Area, housed in the northern part of this neighborhood. Most apartment homes in Wellington are located in this neighborhood, with the pricier options located near the local schools.

Town Center: The town center in Wellington is the downtown area that has most of the businesses, although you'll find some apartments for rent here as well. This is the most walkable area in Wellington, with a walk score of 49, which means you're still going to want a car or carpool available to get to your necessities.

Living in Town

Wellington is a small town that's been seeing an increase in the amount of businesses setting up locally. A grocery store and hospital cover your basic needs, but the majority of employed people who have apartment homes in Wellington commute to Fort Collins or beyond for work. It's approximately a 20-minute commute, so you don't have to worry about having a one or two hour commute back and forth from work. The restaurants around Wellington apartments for rent include Camacho's Mexican Restaurant, Chocolate Rose, Pizza Palace and T Bar Inn.

The furnished apartments in Wellington make a wonderful home if you enjoy nature and outdoor recreation. There's plenty of sports fields around to play, and the nearby mountains and parks offer opportunities for hiking, biking and off-roading. Since Fort Collins is so close, you can drive over there for nightlife entertainment like Bondi Beach Bar, and come back to your quiet and cozy rentals homes at the end of the night. This relaxed community is warm and friendly, so it won't be long before you end up knowing everyone.