Bedroom count
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Last updated on July 31, 2026
Average rent in
Fort Collins, CO
Average rent in
Last updated on July 31, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
The bottom line
Fort, CO rent rose 7.7% year over year, with a current median of $1,895/month. Renters today are paying $53 more per month on average than last year as the market continues to climb from its recent trough.
Compared to national trends
Fort, CO sits 1.8% more affordable than the $1,930/month national median, with 445 total rentals providing a moderate-sized market for renters.
Price ranges
Studios in Fort run around $1,225/month, 1-bedrooms around $1,300/month, and 2-bedrooms around $1,695/month, with 3-bedrooms at $2,400/month and 4+ bedrooms at $2,750/month. These bedroom tiers reflect the range of rents available across the city.
Neighborhood spotlight
In Fort, CO, Stover Area rents fell 55.2% year over year to $1,320/month across 23 rentals. This sharp local decline contrasts with the citywide rent increase of 7.7%, marking a distinct neighborhood trend.
Median rent
Median rent in Fort
$1,895/mo
8%vs previous year
The average rent in Fort is $1,895 per month as of July 2026. This is 2% below the national average rent, or $35 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Fort
445
for rent on Zumper.com as of July 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Fort rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Fort Collins, CO
Average rent prices in Fort have increased by 2% over the last month and have increased by 8% since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Fort Collins, CO
Rent prices in Fort vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Fort is $1,495, whereas a house costs $2,495. 1-bedroom apartments in Fort run $1,300 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,525.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,225 |  4% | 2% | |
1 bedroom | $1,300 | 1% | 3% | |
2 bedroom | $1,695 | 1% | No Change | |
3 bedroom | $2,400 | 1% | No Change | |
4 bedroom | $2,750 | 3% | 1% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Avery Park | $2,225 | |
Downtown Fort Collins | $1,900 | |
Highlander Heights | $1,500 | |
Lake Street Homes | $1,095 | |
P O E T | $2,200 | |
Prospect Shields | $1,600 | |
Side Hill | $1,885 | |
University North | $1,650 | |
University Park | $1,512 | |
Westwood | $1,450 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,495 | 1% | No Change | |
Condos | $1,700 | 2% | No Change | |
Houses | $2,495 | 2% | No Change | |
Rooms | $850 | 1% | 2% |
Studio
Average rent
$1,225
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
2%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,300
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
3%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,695
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
No Change
3 bedroom
Average rent
$2,400
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
No Change
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,750
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
1%
Lake Street Homes
Average rent
$1,095
University North
Average rent
$1,650
University Park
Average rent
$1,512
Prospect Shields
Average rent
$1,600
P O E T
Average rent
$2,200
Avery Park
Average rent
$2,225
Side Hill
Average rent
$1,885
Westwood
Average rent
$1,450
Downtown Fort Collins
Average rent
$1,900
Highlander Heights
Average rent
$1,500
Apartments
Average rent
$1,495
Last 30 days
1%
Condos
Average rent
$1,700
Last 30 days
2%
Houses
Average rent
$2,495
Last 30 days
2%
Rooms
Average rent
$850
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
2%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Fort Collins, CO, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Fort, CO compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Fort and Aurora by all bedroom counts and property types.
Fort
2%lower than the national median
7%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Fort, CO is 6% higher than the median rent in Aurora, CO.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
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4%$2,805
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4%$1,950
76%$1,447
3%$2,470
6%$1,700
1%$1,531
20%$1,644
3%$2,282
8%$2,295
6%$2,600
Discover rentals in Fort Collins, CO
3d ago
1409 W Elizabeth St, Fort Collins, CO 80521
1–3 beds
1–3 baths
$600–$1,800
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
8h ago
1050 Hobbit St, Fort Collins, CO 80526
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$620–$1,725
Price drop
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees provided by the property.Apartment for rent
1d ago
Apartment for rent in Fort Collins
1 bed
1 bath
$750
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees provided by the property.Apartment for rent
Available Jul 29
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Fort Collins
1 bed
1 bath
$750
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees provided by the property.Apartment for rent
Available Aug 5
15h ago
House for rent in Fort Collins
5915 Croaking Toad Dr, Fort Collins, CO 80528
4 beds
3.5 baths
$4,200
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.House for rent
Available Sep 1
7h ago
Verified
2274 Yearling Dr, Fort Collins, CO 80525
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,854–$6,840
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees provided by the property.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Downtown Fort Collins house for rent in Fort Collins
314 S Sherwood St #1, Fort Collins, CO 80521
2 beds
1 bath
$3,850
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.House for rent
Available Jul 13
5d+ ago
Downtown Fort Collins house for rent in Fort Collins
2 beds
1 bath
$3,850
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees provided by the property.House for rent
Available Jul 13
7h ago
Verified
2274 Yearling Dr, Fort Collins, CO 80525
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,854–$6,840
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees provided by the property.Apartment for rent
9h ago
Verified
350 Riva Ridge Dr, Fort Collins, CO 80526
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,691–$2,881
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees provided by the property.Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
2212 Vermont Dr, Fort Collins, CO 80525
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,653–$1,924
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees provided by the property.Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
4900 E Boardwalk Dr, Fort Collins, CO 80525
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,686–$2,053
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees provided by the property.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
2437 Cheviot Dr #NA, Fort Collins, CO 80526
3 beds
1.5 baths
$2,735
$2,235
Price drop
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees provided by the property.House for rent
Available Jul 31
7h ago
Verified
2274 Yearling Dr, Fort Collins, CO 80525
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,854–$6,840
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees provided by the property.Apartment for rent
9h ago
Verified
350 Riva Ridge Dr, Fort Collins, CO 80526
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,691–$2,881
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees provided by the property.Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
2212 Vermont Dr, Fort Collins, CO 80525
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,653–$1,924
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees provided by the property.Apartment for rent
7h ago
Verified
2274 Yearling Dr, Fort Collins, CO 80525
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,854–$6,840
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees provided by the property.Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
4786 Mcmurry Avenue, Fort Collins, CO 80525
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,043–$1,244
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
52m ago
1030 Davidson Dr Bldg L, Fort Collins, CO 80526
2 beds
1 bath
$1,695
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
2d ago
Old Prospect house for rent in Fort Collins
2 beds
1 bath
$1,995
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.House for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Fort Collins, CO
Quick answers to common questions about the Fort rental market.
How much is rent in Fort?
The average rent in Fort is $1,895 per month as of July 25, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Fort?
Average rent prices in Fort have increased by 2% over the last month and have increased by 8% since last year.
How does Fort rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Fort is 2% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $35 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Fort?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Fort are Lake Street Homes ($1,095/mo), Westwood ($1,450/mo), and Highlander Heights ($1,500/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Fort?
To comfortably afford rent in Fort, you'd need to earn approximately $76,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Fort?
Based on Zumper's July 2026 data, one-bedroom apartments in Fort Collins average around $1,390/month and two-bedrooms approximately $1,670/month.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).