What is the average apartment size in Fort Collins?

The average size for a Fort Collins, CO apartment is 933 square feet, but this number varies greatly depending on unit type, with cheap and luxury alternatives for houses and apartments alike. Studio apartments are the smallest and most affordable, 1-bedroom apartments are closer to the average, while 2-bedroom apartments and 3-bedroom apartments offer a more generous square footage.

What is the average rent in Fort Collins?

As of Jan / 2026, the average rent in Fort Collins is $1,947 per month, a 0.98% decrease from last years average of $1,966.

How much does rent cost by apartment size in Fort Collins?

In Fort Collins, studios rent for $1,561 per month, one-bedroom units average $1,624 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $1,855 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $2,417 per month

What is the average apartment size in Fort Collins?

The typical apartment in Fort Collins offers about 933 sq. ft. square feet of living space, though actual sizes vary depending on layout and amenities.

How large are apartments by bedroom count in Fort Collins?

Studio apartments in Fort Collins average 491 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 697 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 981 sq. ft., and three-bedroom apartments average 1,184 sq. ft.

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Fort Collins?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Fort Collins include Heathridge Lake ($1,424/month), The Landings ($1,614/month), and Foothills Mall ($1,624/month), all below the citywide average of $1,947.

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Fort Collins?

The most expensive neighborhoods in Fort Collins are Andersonville - San Cristo ($2,588/month), City Park Heights ($2,861/month), and Lake Street ($2,906/month), often due to premium locations and high-end amenities.

Fort Collins, CO Rental Market Trends

Q: What's the typical rent budget in Fort Collins?

The typical rent budget in Fort Collins ranges from $1,501 to $2,000 per month, with 55% of rentals in this range.

Q: Do most people rent or own in Fort Collins?

In Fort Collins, 48% of households rent while 52% own their homes, based on the latest U.S. Census data.

Last updated: February 20, 2026 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Fort Collins is $1,947, a 0.98% decrease compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $1,966.

Studio Apartments at $1,561 offer the most budget-friendly option with 491 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 697 square feet for $1,624, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-beedroom units at $1,855 offer 981 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,184 sq ft) for $2,417, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Fort Collins, CO

Last updated: February 20, 2026

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$1,947	933 sq. ft.
Studio	$1,561	491 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,624	697 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$1,855	981 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$2,417	1,184 sq. ft.

Fort Collins, CO rent trends

Rental prices in Fort Collins, CO have decreased by 0.98% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,966 to $1,947.

What's the typical rent budget in Fort Collins, CO?

The largest share of rentals in Fort Collins, CO (55%) fall between $1,501-$2,000 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

Do most people rent or own in Fort Collins, CO?

33,897 or 48% of the households in Fort Collins, CO are renter-occupied while 36,885 or 52% are owner-occupied.

Most affordable neighborhoods in Fort Collins?

Heathridge Lake $1,424/month

The Landings $1,614/month

Foothills Mall $1,624/month

All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $1,947/month.

Most expensive neighborhoods in Fort Collins?

Andersonville - San Cristo $2,588/month

City Park Heights $2,861/month

Lake Street $2,906/month

These neighborhoods typically command higher rents due to location, amenities, and demand.

Average Rent in Fort Collins, CO By Neighborhood

Neighborhood	Average Rent
Lake Street	$2,906
City Park Heights	$2,861
Andersonville - San Cristo	$2,588
Old Town North Fort Collins	$2,354
Colorado University	$2,350
Sheely	$2,240
Rogers Park	$2,164
Buckingham	$1,841
Parkwood East	$1,814
Morningside	$1,791
Prospect - Schields	$1,784
Martinez Park	$1,774
University North	$1,707
Pinecone	$1,671
Foothills Mall	$1,624
The Landings	$1,614
Heathridge Lake	$1,424

Fort Collins | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in Andersonville - San Cristo is 41% higher than in Buckingham

$2,588

Andersonville - San Cristo rent is 33% higher than Fort Collins average

Average Rent $2,588

$1,841

Buckingham rent is 5% lower than Fort Collins average

Average Rent $1,841

How Fort Collins Compares to Other Cities

City	Average Rent
Fort Collins	$1,947
Denver	$1,889
Colorado Springs	$1,491
Aurora	$1,642
Boulder	$2,441
Lakewood	$1,800
Littleton	$2,013
Englewood	$1,890
Broomfield	$1,951
Westminster	$1,813
Castle Rock	$1,985
Thornton	$1,794
Longmont, CO	$1,829
Greeley	$1,492
Arvada	$1,822
Loveland	$1,798
Northglenn	$1,704
Brighton, CO	$1,888
Commerce City	$1,823
Cheyenne, WY	$1,190
Louisville, CO	$2,039

Where this data comes from

The rental statistics on this page were compiled by RentCafe.com, a nationwide apartment search website trusted by millions of renters to find apartments and houses for rent throughout the U.S.

Rent prices, trends, and apartment sizes were calculated based on data from our sister company, Yardi Matrix, an apartment market intelligence solution that covers approximately 90% of the U.S. metro area population. The data includes comprehensive information on all Fort Collins apartment buildings with 50 or more units, totaling 23.5 million apartments across 181 U.S. markets.

Housing composition data was sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, using the most recently available information by tenure.