$2,900
Total Monthly Price
12 Month Lease
1201 S Shields St
Fort Collins, CO 80521
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Bedrooms
3
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Bathrooms
1
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Square Feet
2,000 sq ft
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Available
Available Aug 1
Highlights
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1201 S Shields St
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About This Home
12 Month Lease,
$2,900 deposit,
Available Aug 1
THE ULTIMATE CSU LOCATION DIRECTLY ACROSS FROM CAMPUS! Available August 1, 2026. If you go to CSU, you literally cannot get a better location than this. Situated directly across the street from the CSU soccer fields and just steps away from the restaurants, bars, and energy of Elizabeth Street, this house is the heart of Campus West living. Forget the 15-minute walk; you are already there. HOUSE HIGHLIGHTS: Unmatched Proximity: Walk across Shields and you are on campus. Huge Lot & Tons of Parking: No more fighting for street spots. This property sits on a massive 0.5+ acre lot with more than enough off-street parking for you and your housemates. Space to Breathe: Unlike cramped apartments, this house offers a massive yard and a "home" feel while staying in the center of the action. THE FINE PRINT: Lawn Care: Tenants maintain the lawn (mowing/trimming). Utilities: Tenants pay for all utilities. Parking: All vehicles must be registered and in good working order. Functioning washer and dryer on site currently but we will not maintain them Availability: August 1st start date. Don't settle for a long commute or a tiny apartment. This is the premier spot for the 2026-2027 school year. LEASE TERMS & POLICIES Duration: 12-month lease preferred. Utilities: 100% Tenants. All accounts must be transferred to Tenant's name prior to move-in. Parking: All vehicles must be registered, operable, and disclosed to the property manager. No on-site storage of non-working vehicles or trailers. Smoking: Strictly prohibited inside the unit or within 25 feet of any entrance. Maintenance: Basic upkeep and timely reporting of any plumbing or structural issues. SCREENING & DEPOSITS Security Deposit: 1 Months Rent Pets: Subject to third-party screening. Pet rent is $45/mo
1201 S Shields St is a house located in Larimer County and the 80521 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Poudre R-1 School District attendance zone.
* Price shown is total price based on community-supplied monthly required fees. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.
* Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.
House Features
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Fees and Policies
The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified.
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Fort Collins sits at the base of the Rocky Mountain foothills along the Cache la Poudre River, and it carries the confident, grounded energy of a city that knows exactly what it is. Colorado State University anchors much of the city's identity as a public research institution and one of the state's largest employers, shaping a culture that values education, sustainability, and the outdoors. Old Town draws residents to its preserved historic streetscape and the Lincoln Center, while neighborhoods like Midtown, Fossil Creek, and Campus West each offer a distinct pace and personality.
The rental landscape here reflects that variety. Craftsman-style houses, newer suburban builds, townhome-style apartment communities, and historic loft conversions near Old Town give renters plenty of options depending on lifestyle. The city's craft brewing legacy, with long-established names like New Belgium and Odell Brewing Company rooted here for decades, speaks to Fort Collins' broader character.
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Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 13 min | 0.7 mi | |
| Walk: | 13 min | 0.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 7 min | 2.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 9 min | 3.8 mi |
1201 S Shields St is within 13 minutes or 0.7 mile from Colorado State University. It is also near Colorado State Univ., Main and Colorado State Univ., South.
Schools
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
409 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
504 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
2,069 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
189 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Nearby
Private High School
Grades 9-12
Nearby
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Getting Around
What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
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Fairly Walkable
Walkability
50
/ 100
Some Public Transit
Transit
50
/ 100
Moderately Drivable
Drivability
70
/ 100
Exceptionally Bikeable
Bikeability
90
/ 100
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What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
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Active
Soundscore™
72
/ 100
Traffic
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Can I submit a Portable Tenant Screening Report when I apply?
Applicant has the right to provide the property manager or owner with a Portable Tenant Screening Report (PTSR) that is not more than 30 days old, as defined in § 38-12-902(2.5), Colorado Revised Statutes; and 2) if Applicant provides the property manager or owner with a PTSR, the property manager or owner is prohibited from: a) charging Applicant a rental application fee; or b) charging Applicant a fee for the property manager or owner to access or use the PTSR.
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
What is a Sound Score Rating?
A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources.
1201 S Shields St
Fort Collins, CO 80521