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Apartments for Rent in Fort Collins, CO

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Average rent in Fort Collins, Colorado

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The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in Fort Collins is $1,692, while the average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment is $1,864. Rent rates updated 2 days ago
Studio
$1,523
1 Bed
$1,692
2 Beds
$1,864
3+ Beds
$2,376
* Averages are based on the rental prices of properties listed on Apartment List

Top neighborhoods in Fort Collins

Downtown Fort Collins
Downtown Fort Collins
What it’s like to live in Downtown Fort Collins
Young professionals enjoy Downtown Fort Collins' vibrant pedestrian-friendly district where apartments above historic storefronts create genuine mixed-use environments. The neighborhood's walking distance to breweries and restaurants eliminates designated driver concerns, while the MAX transit line provides car-free access to Colorado State University facilities. Though rental rates exceed suburban options, the elimination of daily commuting time and vehicle expenses justifies the premium for many professionals seeking urban living in this outdoor-oriented community.
Great for
Young Professionals
Tech Workers
Nightlife Enthusiasts
Commuters
Investors
Neighborhood vibe
Urban
Bustling
Walkable
Rigden Farm
Rigden Farm
What it’s like to live in Rigden Farm
Colorado State University researchers and graduate students discover ideal housing in Rigden Farm, where newer apartment communities sit minutes from campus without undergraduate party concerns. The neighborhood's thoughtful design includes extensive trail systems connecting housing to both retail centers and natural areas, creating genuine walkability rarely found in suburban developments. Unlike campus-adjacent vintage housing, most rentals feature modern weatherproofing and efficient heating systems essential for comfort during northern Colorado winters.
Great for
Families
Retirees
Professionals
Young Renters
Commuters
Neighborhood vibe
Mixed-Use
Peaceful
Mixed-Use & Commercial
Rogers Park
Rogers Park
What it’s like to live in Rogers Park
Collegiate energy buzzes near CSU's engineering quad. Renters score affordable duplexes but contend with student parties on Prospect Road weekends. The Gardens on Spring Creek provides free horticulture workshops but draws parking crowds during tulip season.
Great for
Families
Retirees
Dog Owners
Outdoor Enthusiasts
Commuters
Neighborhood vibe
Suburban
Green Spaces
Family-Friendly
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Find an apartment for rent in Fort Collins, CO

Searching for an apartment for rent in Fort Collins, CO? Look no further! Apartment List will help you find a perfect apartment near you. There are 164 available rental units listed on Apartment List in Fort Collins. Click on listings to see photos, floorplans, amenities, prices and availability, and much more!

The average rent in Fort Collins is $1,523 for a studio, $1,692 for a one-bedroom apartment, and $1,864 for a two-bedroom apartment. If you are looking for a deal, keep an eye out for a red pulsing icon that indicates rent specials.

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Fort Collins Rent Report: October 2025

Welcome to the Apartment List October 2025 Rent Report for Fort Collins, CO. Currently, the overall median rent in the city stands at $1,606, after falling 1.1% last month. Prices remain up 1.0% year-over-year. Read on to learn more about what’s been happening in the Fort Collins rental market and how it compares to trends throughout the nation as a whole.

Fort Collins Renter Confidence Survey

National study of renter’s satisfaction with their cities and states
Here’s how Fort Collins ranks on:
A
Overall satisfaction
A
Safety and crime rate
A
Jobs and career opportunities
A+
Recreational activities
D
Affordability
A
Quality of schools
A+
Social Life
A+
Weather
A
Commute time
A-
State and local taxes
A+
Public transit
A+
Pet-friendliness
Overview of Findings

Apartment List has released Fort Collins’ results from the third annual Apartment List Renter Satisfaction Survey. This survey, which drew on responses from over 45,000 renters nationwide, provides insight on what states and cities must do to meet the needs of the country’s 111 million renters.

"Fort Collins renters expressed general satisfaction with the city overall," according to Apartment List. "They gave most categories above-average scores."

Key Findings in Fort Collins include the following:

  • Fort Collins renters gave their city an A overall.

  • The highest-rated categories for Fort Collins were public transit, social life, recreational activities, pet-friendliness and weather, which all received grades of A+.

  • The only area of concern to Fort Collins renters is affordability, which received a D score.

  • Fort Collins millennials are very satisfied with their city, giving it an overall rating of A+.

  • Fort Collins earned similar scores compared to other cities in Colorado like Boulder (A+) and Littleton (A+), but earned higher marks than Denver (B+) and Colorado Springs (B+).

  • Fort Collins did relatively well compared to cities nationwide, including Los Angeles (C+), Dallas (B) and Indianapolis (C+).

  • The top rated cities nationwide for renter satisfaction include Scottsdale, AZ, Irvine, CA, Boulder, CO and Ann Arbor, MI. The lowest rated cities include Tallahassee, FL, Stockton, CA, Dayton, OH, Detroit, MI and Newark, NJ.

    For more information on the survey methodology and findings or to speak to one of our researchers, please contact our team at rentonomics@apartmentlist.com.

View our national survey results.
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Living in Fort Collins, CO

Everyone knows that Colorado is the new California – mountains, blue skies, trees, skiing – and there’s no better place to be close to all that natural wonder than Fort Collins, which specializes in scenic wonder. This town of 145,000 has so much mountain charm.

By the way, Old Town means downtown

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Sources:
  • Demographic data: Census Bureau American Community Survey
  • School data: GreatSchools
  • Crime data: CrimeIndex (U.S.) provided by Precisely used data sourced from Precisely, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), and various law enforcement agencies. These organizations do not accept responsibility for the accuracy or completeness of the data used in this product.