House for rent

Dog friendly

5+ Days Ago

523 S Shields St
523 S Shields St, Fort Collins, CO 80521, USA

Monthly rent	$1,785The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees provided by the property.
Beds	2
Baths	1
Sqft	1,084

Monthly rent	$1,785The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees provided by the property.
Beds	2
Baths	1
Sqft	1,084

5+ Days Ago

Highlights

Laundry - washer/dryer in unit
Finished basement

Location

523 S Shields St, Fort Collins, CO 80521, USA|City Park Heights

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Contact

Henderson Management & Real Estate LLC

(970) 663-6311

Property Overview

Located in a desirable area, the property's finished basement offers additional living space, while the convenience of in-unit laundry enhances everyday living. It is ideal for those seeking a blend of comfort and functionality, making it suitable for a variety of lifestyles. The combination of modern amenities and advantageous location further enhances its appeal.

Things you’ll love

Elementary school nearby
More space
Images available

Great for

Pet owners

Amenities for 523 S Shields St, City Park Heights

Appliances

Dishwasher	Oven Range Gas
Refrigerator

Community

Dogs OK

Other

Water & Sewer - Tenant

Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed

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Cat Policy

Not allowed

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About 523 S Shields St

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523 S Shields St, Fort Collins, CO 80521, USA

**ALL MOVE IN'S MUST TAKE PLACE WITHIN ONE WEEK OF THE AVAILABILITY DATE** Quaint turn of the Century House For Rent in City Park Heights! Just off Shields and Mulberry puts this home in the heart of Fort Collins. Walking distance to CSU campus and only seconds from Old Town Fort Collins. Nearby Horsetooth Reservoir where there are many outdoor activities. 040726LW ***To Schedule a showing please call 970-661-2339*** *Type/Style: 2 Bed, 1 Bath Home + Finished basement *Year Built: 1900 *Square Footage: 1,084 *Leasing Administration and Technology Fee: $35.00 *Lease Terms: App Fee $60 per person 18yr or older *Amenities: Finished Basement *Appliances Included: Refrigerator, Oven/Range, Dishwasher *Laundry: Washer/Dryer in Unit *Utilities: *Electric: City of Fort Collins - Tenant to set up and pay throughout lease. *Water/Sewer: City of Fort Collins - Tenant to set up and pay throughout lease. *Gas: Xcel Energy - Tenant to set up and pay throughout lease. *Trash: Tenants Choice - Tenant to set up and pay throughout lease. *Snow Removal/Landscaping: Tenant Responsibility *Yard: Fenced Backyard *Landscape Watering: Tenant Responsibility *Parking: Off Street Parking *Recreational/Commercial Vehicles: No Storage Allowed *Heating/Cooling: Forced Air Heat, No A/C *Pet Policy: This property does allow a pet (2 small/medium or 1 Large Dog). There will be an additional monthly pet rent assessed during the pet screening process. A profile with https hendersonpm petscreening com must be completed for all animals. **ALL MOVE IN'S MUST TAKE PLACE WITHIN ONE WEEK OF THE AVAILABILITY DATE** **This Property is Professionally Managed by Henderson Management and Real Estate, LLC. ** *Tenants are required to provide proof of Renter's Insurance prior to renting this property. *All applications will be processed after the non-refundable application fee is paid in full by all applicants. Applications will be processed in 1-2 business days after receiving a fully completed application. Please see our website for a description of our renter qualifications. *Submit Proof of Income (pay stubs, offer letter, etc.) through an online application or to the leasing agent. *We rent all properties on a first-come, first-serve basis. Unit availability is subject to change. *Please be advised: Not all properties allow pets. However, for “Pet Friendly” rental properties statistically dangerous breeds of dogs will not be permitted. The statistics cited for this policy can be found on the www cdc gov website. This list is including but may not be limited to: Pit-bull, Rottweiler, German Shepherd, Doberman Pinscher, Husky, Alaskan Malamute, Chow, Great Dane, St. Bernard, Akita, Wolf Hybrid, American Bulldog. Visit www hmre net to view our full pet acceptance policy.

Property highlights

How 523 S Shields St, Fort Collins, CO 80521, USA compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby: There is an elementary school 0.3 mile away
More space: The 2-bedroom is 232 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Images available: There are at least 10 photos of this address

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools: The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
Greater distance from high schools: The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away

Address details

Neighborhood	City Park Heights
Zip code	80521
Type	House for rent

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Rent trends in City Park Heights

2-bedroom apartments at 523 S Shields St cost about 12% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Fort Collins.

Median rents as of Jun 6 2026.

City Park Heights

Fort Collins

A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Fort Collins
Month	Median Rent
June 2024	$1,795
July 2024	$1,792
August 2024	$1,738
September 2024	$1,747
October 2024	$1,742
November 2024	$1,719
December 2024	$1,694
January 2025	$1,734
February 2025	$1,699
March 2025	$1,700
April 2025	$1,749
May 2025	$1,699
June 2025	$1,700
July 2025	$1,695
August 2025	$1,682
September 2025	$1,657
October 2025	$1,621
November 2025	$1,600
December 2025	$1,627
January 2026	$1,667
February 2026	$1,697
March 2026	$1,723
April 2026	$1,713
May 2026	$1,699
June 2026	$1,700

A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in City Park Heights
Month	Median Rent
June 2024	$1,475
July 2024	$1,493
August 2024	$1,494
September 2024	$1,500
February 2025	$1,720
March 2025	$1,744
April 2025	$1,737
May 2025	$1,750
June 2025	$1,745
July 2025	$1,717
August 2025	$1,690
September 2025	$1,659
October 2025	$1,835
November 2025	$1,682
December 2025	$1,568
January 2026	$1,580
February 2026	$1,627
March 2026	$1,646
April 2026	$1,637
May 2026	$1,615
June 2026	$1,600

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

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Rent history

Check out the past listing prices for monthly rent at 523 S Shields St, Fort Collins, CO.
			Bath
5 months ago	$1,645	2 bed	1 bath
10 months ago	$2,095	2 bed	1 bath
2 years ago	$1,895	3 bed	1 bath
2 years ago	$1,895	3 bed	1 bath
4 years ago	$1,795	3 bed	1 bath

Schools near 523 S Shields St

Internet available near 523 S Shields St

Getting around Fort Collins near 523 S Shields St

Walking

5/10

Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

9/10

Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

9/10

Helmets on–you can get anywhere in this cyclist-friendly, well-connected area.

Transit

5/10

Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 523 S Shields St, Fort Collins

Groceries

4/10

At least one supermarket within a 20-minute walk

Shopping

5/10

Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10

Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

6/10

Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

9/10

At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

4/10

At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Nightlife

4/10

Some bars within walking distance

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Other units at this address

523 S Shields St, Fort Collins, CO

523 S Shields St Fort Collins, CO

Occupied

3 Beds, 1 Bath

3 Beds

1 Bath

1,084 sqft

$1,895

Dishwasher • In-Unit Laundry • Air Conditioning

Listed by Leasing Office

Days on market: 1014

Super Cute 3 Bedroom 1 Bath House For Rent near CSU & Old Town! - **ALL MOVE IN'S MUST TAKE PLACE WITHIN ONE WEEK OF THE AVAILABILITY DATE** Quaint turn of the Century House For Rent in City Park Heights! Near CSU! *1,084SF *3Bed/1 Bath *1,895.00/Month *Built in 1900 *Close to CSU *No HOA *Pets Allowed - This property requires a non-refundable pet fee of $250.00. There will be an additional monthly pet rent assessed during the pet screening process. 2 small or one medium dog, no puppies, no cats, no caged animals. *No AC *Washer/Dryer in unit *Tenant pays all utilities - Electric, Water/Sewer, Gas and Trash * Appliances included - Refrigerator/Range *Finished Basement *No recreational or commercial vehicles allowed Updated 8/1/23 LJ To schedule a showing please call 1(970) 698-7981. **ALL MOVE IN'S MUST TAKE PLACE WITHIN ONE WEEK OF THE AVAILABILITY DATE** **This Property is Professionally Managed by Henderson Management and Real Estate, LLC. ** *Tenants are required to provide proof of Renter's Insurance prior to renting this property. *All applications will be processed after the non-refundable application fee is paid in full by all applicants. Applications will be processed in 1-2 business days after receiving a fully completed application. Please see our website for a description of our renter qualifications. *Submit Proof of Income (pay stubs, offer letter, etc.) through an online application or to the leasing agent. *We rent all properties on a first-come, first-serve basis. Unit availability is subject to change. *Please be advised: Not all properties allow pets. However, for “Pet Friendly” rental properties statistically dangerous breeds of dogs will not be permitted. The statistics cited for this policy can be found on the www cdc gov website. This list is including but may not be limited to: Pit-bull, Rottweiler, German Shepherd, Doberman Pinscher, Husky, Alaskan Malamute, Chow, Great Dane, St. Bernard, Akita, Wolf Hybrid, American Bulldog. Visit www hmre net to view our full pet acceptance policy. No Cats Allowed