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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Premium amenities
  • Smoke-free
  • Fully furnished apartments
  • Smart tvs
  • Fast wi-fi
  • Stylish furnishings

Location

281 Willow St #138, Fort Collins, CO 80524, USA
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Property Overview

281 Willow St earns a strong expert rating of 9.2, reflecting its competitive pricing and impressive amenities, including premium features like smoke-free, fully furnished apartments. The property excels in location with a perfect score, providing easy access to key points of interest, and showcases its trustworthiness through detailed descriptions and transparency. Additionally, its pet-friendly environment further enhances its appeal with ample nearby pet services, making it an attractive option for a diverse range of renters.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

9.2
Excellent
281 Willow St is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Location and Quality, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.

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Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

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Amenities for 281 Willow St

Apartment Amenities

FurnishedUtilities Included

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
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

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

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Property details

Lease terms1+ month
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About 281 Willow St

HomeApartments in Fort Collins 281 Willow St

Landing is a top-rated, fully furnished apartment network with thousands of homes across 250+ U.S. cities. With premium amenities, a mobile app to manage your stay, and 24/7 support, our apartments have everything you need for monthly and longer stays. Landing's apartments at 281 Willow are designed for comfortable, easy living, with the ability to stay as long as you like. All Landing apartments include: Fast Wi-Fi Stylish furnishings Fully-stocked bathroom Smart TVs Comfortable bed Professionally cleaned Guest support Stay longer for cheaper! The longer you stay, the bigger your discount. Price advertised is for a 12-month stay, including all utilities and fees, and may vary based on availability. We manage multiple units at this property. While all feature a similar style and furnishings, the layout and specific design elements may vary slightly from the photos provided. Some of the nitty-gritty: a background check and proof of income are required; we're completely smoke-free; pet-friendly options are available; parking is subject to availability.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
9.2
/10
Excellent
281 Willow St is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Location and Quality, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.
How we rated 281 Willow St
Price·9A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
281 Willow St stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 281 Willow St is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·10A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
281 Willow St offers residents unparalleled convenience to popular points of interest, transportation, schools, and more, which provide an elevated quality of life. Communication with management is usually quick and easy, allowing for a more expedited application and renting process, saving you time and money.
Quality·10A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
281 Willow St has notable characteristics that give it an edge. It is a verified property that stands out from others nearby as an exceptional choice for renters looking for a specific lifestyle. Offering a combination of prestige, modernity, and tailored living experiences, residents can expect nothing short of excellence at 281 Willow St.
Trustworthiness·9A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
281 Willow St has gone above and beyond to craft a useful, detailed description, demonstrating transparency and trustworthiness, and giving renters a clear picture of what to expect from the property and its management, so they can make an informed decision about whether the rental meets their needs.

Reviews from the web

Showing 8 highest rated

Recently helped our son move to Fort Collins and into 281 Willow. Natasha was exceptional. Her attention to detail is unparalleled. She made the whole transition seamless.

Joyce Crisler

Joyce Crisler

Jul 19, 2024

281 continues to be the best place to live in Fort Collins and the new management team is phenomenal! Sean, Natasha, Alexander, and Cole meticulously oversee management and maintenance, providing a clean, elegant, and luxurious environment to call home. Look no further, 281 is the best!

Eric

Eric

Apr 22, 2023

We’re sharing just 8 of many, sorted highest to lowest. Visit the Google business profile to view all reviews.

281 Willow St is great for:

Pet owners

  • 10 pet supply stores near the property
  • 2 pet grooming services nearby
  • 2 pet hospitals in the area

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How 281 Willow St compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

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Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 2 miles away
Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
No in-unit dishwasher
Dishwashers aren't available

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Rent trends in Fort Collins

Studio apartments at 281 Willow St cost about 27% more than the average rent price for studios in Fort Collins.

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 27% higher than 1-bedrooms in Fort Collins.

Median rents as of Mar 7 2026.
Fort Collins
A table of studio rental data trends in Fort Collins
MonthMedian Rent
March 2024$1,531
April 2024$1,516
May 2024$1,573
June 2024$1,544
July 2024$1,483
August 2024$1,471
September 2024$1,497
October 2024$1,398
November 2024$1,385
December 2024$1,335
January 2025$1,207
February 2025$1,095
March 2025$1,223
April 2025$1,347
May 2025$1,292
June 2025$1,237
July 2025$1,213
August 2025$1,246
September 2025$1,247
October 2025$1,202
November 2025$1,249
December 2025$1,230
January 2026$1,203
February 2026$1,238
March 2026$1,263

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Can I afford to live at 281 Willow St #138?

Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$64,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $64,000 annually to afford this studio median monthly rent price of $1,600.
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Schools near 281 Willow St

Laurel Elementary School

1000 east locust st

fort collins, CO, 80524

PK, K-5Public
B-

Bamford Elementary School

6055 travers stakes st

loveland, CO, 80538

PK, K-5Public
A-

High Plains School

4255 buffalo mountain dr

loveland, CO, 80538

PK, K-8Public
B

Riverview PK-8

3550 barkwood dr

johnstown, CO, 80534

PK, K-8Public
B-
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Getting around Fort Collins near 281 Willow St #138

Walking

3/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).

Driving

7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

8/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 281 Willow St #138, Fort Collins

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

7/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

3/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

6/10
Some bars within walking distance

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