Colorado State University

Fort Collins, CO

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Colorado State University - Fort Collins, CO

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Exceptional education and unparalleled scenery combine for a college experience like no other

Public Urban Scenic Mountains CSU Rams Public Transportation Walkable

A couple of blocks south of Downtown Fort Collins, Colorado State University offers one of the finest academic and cultural environments in the region. Affordable apartments, condos, and rental houses are plentiful all around the campus, allowing you to pick a spot that will best serve your needs and lifestyle: the east side, and particularly the northeast corner of campus, will put you closest to most of the major university classroom and administration buildings. Just across College Avenue from the main campus, the University Center for the Arts is a popular gallery space and performance venue for the community at large.

It’s easy to find a drink or a bite to eat nearby, from local favorites like Black Bottle Brewery and Wild Boar Café near the southeast corner and the popular eateries along Elizabeth Street on the west side, near the intramural fields. Positioned at the base of the Front Range, living near Colorado State means you’ll get to enjoy stellar views of the Rocky Mountains every day, with weekend excursions into the vast nearby nature preserves only a short drive away.

Rent Trends

As of December 2024, the average apartment rent in Fort Collins, CO is $1,383 for a studio, $1,522 for one bedroom, $1,766 for two bedrooms, and $2,115 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Fort Collins has decreased by -0.3% in the past year.

  • Studio

  • 512 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,383/month

    Average Rent

  • 1 BR

  • 704 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,522/month

    Average Rent

  • 2 BR

  • 973 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,766/month

    Average Rent

  • 3 BR

  • 1,094 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $2,115/month

    Average Rent

Transportation

53

Somewhat Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.

26

Some Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

80

Very Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

This area is very bikeable. You’ll find a variety of bike paths and lanes.

Schools

Traut Core Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

502 Students

10
out of 10

Zach Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

475 Students

10
out of 10

Bacon Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

420 Students

8
out of 10

Mcgraw Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

395 Students

8
out of 10

Werner Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

392 Students

8
out of 10

Kinard Core Knowledge Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

748 Students

8
out of 10

Lesher Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

723 Students

7
out of 10

Preston Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

545 Students

7
out of 10

Webber Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

729 Students

6
out of 10

Blevins Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

504 Students

5
out of 10

Fossil Ridge High School

Public

Grades 9-12

2,053 Students

8
out of 10

Rocky Mountain High School

Public

Grades 9-12

2,069 Students

7
out of 10

Fort Collins High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,903 Students

6
out of 10

Poudre High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,663 Students

6
out of 10

Psd Global Academy

Public

Grades K-12

306 Students

5
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Arboretum at PERC
  • Gardens on Spring Creek
  • Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forest
  • Mallards Nest Natural Area
  • Rolland Moore Park

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