Settlers Creek
4408 John F Kennedy Pky,
Fort Collins, CO 80525
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Rental Market Trends in Fort Collins, CO
Updated July 2026
The average rent in Fort Collins, CO is $1,643/month.
Rent in Fort Collins is roughly equal to the national average rent of of $1,663/month.
$1,643/month
Average Rent
699 Sq Ft
Average Size
+2.9%
Change / Year
1,759
Available Apartments
Fort Collins rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Fort Collins average $1,425 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Fort Collins average $1,643 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Fort Collins average $1,934 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Fort Collins average $2,203 or more per month.
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How much has average rent changed in Fort Collins, CO?
In the past year, rent has increased by 2.9%, which averages out to $48 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
July 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in Fort Collins, CO
July 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
0%
Below $700/month
7%
$700 - $1,000/month
42%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
33%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
18%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Fort Collins?
Based on current rent prices, Old Town Fort Collins, Downtown Fort Collins and Evergreen Park are the most affordable neighborhoods in Fort Collins.
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Fort Collins?
Based on current rent prices, Evergreen Park, Downtown Fort Collins and Old Town Fort Collins are the most expensive neighborhoods in Fort Collins.
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Which Fort Collins neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhoods in Fort Collins with the most apartments available are Evergreen Park, Downtown Fort Collins and Old Town Fort Collins .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Fort Collins, CO?
Because the average rent in Fort Collins is $1,643, you’ll want to make about $5,476 per month or $65,712 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.
How does Fort Collins, CO compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Fort Collins, CO to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.
View the Fort Collins Area GuideStudio
$1,423/month
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One Bedroom
$1,322/month
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Two Bedroom
$1,662/month
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Three Bedroom
$2,247/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Fort Collins?
The average rent in Fort Collins is $1,643 per month, which is 1.2% lower than the national average of $1,663.
What is the average rent for a house in Fort Collins?
The average rent for a house in Fort Collins, CO is $2,487 per month.
What is the average rent for a townhome in Fort Collins?
The average rent for a townhome in Fort Collins, CO is $1,814 per month.
What is the average rent for a condo in Fort Collins?
The average rent for a condo in Fort Collins, CO is $1,588 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Fort Collins?
Rents in Fort Collins, CO are increasing, with prices up 2.9% year-over-year and $48 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Fort Collins?
In Fort Collins, CO, 42% of apartments fall between $1,001 - $1,500/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.
Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.
* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.