Student Housing in Fort Collins, CO
Student Housing in Fort Collins, CO
$779+/person
Fees may applyThe Outpost Fort Collins
$749+/person
Fees may applyThe District at Campus West
$737+/unit
Fees may applyThe Standard at Fort Collins
$699+/person
Fees may applyThe Cottages of Fort Collins
$700+/unit
Fees may applyCampus West Lofts City Park (INDIVIDUAL LEASES AVAILABLE)
$2,605+/unit
Fees may applyLuxury Townhomes in Old Town Fort Collins!!
$699+/unit
Fees may applyCampus Crossings at Ram's Pointe
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About Student Housing in Fort Collins
Fort Collins is a classic university town built around Colorado State University, and the rental market runs accordingly. CSU's enrollment of over 30,000 drives consistent demand that keeps rents higher than the city's size might suggest. The best units near campus — particularly in the Aggie Village area and along College Avenue — are taken by late winter for the following fall. Fort Collins is bike-friendly by Colorado standards, with a downtown corridor and campus connection that make car-free living realistic for most students. The city has strong Midwestern-college-town energy: walkable blocks, a good bar scene, close mountains.
Best Neighborhoods for Students in Fort Collins
The Hill / Old Town Adjacent
Just north and west of CSU's campus — walkable, dense with student apartments, and connected to Old Town Fort Collins by bike or foot. Fills earliest each spring.
South College Avenue
The main commercial artery south of campus, lined with apartments and within biking distance of CSU. More affordable than the Hill blocks and with more unit variety.
Old Town
Slightly further from campus but the most livable part of Fort Collins. Better restaurants and walkability than South College, popular with upperclassmen and grad students who value quality of life over proximity.
Getting Around Fort Collins as a Student
Here's what you need to know about getting around Fort Collins.
Public Transit
Transfort buses cover Fort Collins with routes connecting to CSU, Old Town, and surrounding neighborhoods. The MAX bus rapid transit runs from the south end of town to the downtown transit center with good frequency. For CSU students, buses make a car optional rather than required.
Walking and Biking
Fort Collins has excellent bike infrastructure for its size — a network of off-street paths and protected lanes connects campus to Old Town and most residential neighborhoods. The terrain is flat and the weather cooperative for most of the academic year. Many students bike year-round.
Parking
CSU parking requires a permit and is competitive. Old Town and the Hill area have limited street parking during business hours. Most students quickly realize that biking is faster than parking and switch. Having a car is useful for mountain access and day trips but not necessary for daily campus life.
Frequently Asked Questions: Student Housing in Fort Collins
Common questions from students searching for housing.
Fort Collins has gotten more expensive as CSU has grown. Shared units near campus typically run $750-$1,100/mo per person. Old Town commands a premium. The market is tight but less extreme than Boulder.
The Hill blocks nearest campus are best for walkability. South College Avenue is more affordable with good biking to campus. Old Town is for students who prioritize quality of life and do not mind a 10-15 minute bike ride.
Yes, comfortably. Fort Collins has good biking infrastructure and the MAX rapid transit line. Most CSU students live car-free and find it more convenient than dealing with limited campus parking. A car is nice for Rocky Mountain National Park weekends, not necessary for class.
November through February for the following fall. CSU's enrollment is large and demand is consistent. The best Hill blocks go in December and January. South College has more turnover into spring.
Available but not the dominant lease format. CSU students doing co-ops or internships create a sublet market. Some private landlords near campus offer semester terms. Furnished options appear on CSU's off-campus housing board.
On Find My Place, Ramblewood Apartments leads in Fort Collins with a 5/5 overall rating across 5 reviews. Crowne at Old Town North (5/5) and Habitat at Fort Collins (5/5) round out the top three. These are the places that consistently rate well across location, value, social, management, and quality — start here if you want a safe pick.
Ramblewood Apartments tops the social rating in Fort Collins at 5/5 — students consistently flag the vibe and amenities. Close behind: Crowne at Old Town North (5/5) and Habitat at Fort Collins (5/5). Pick from these if you don't want to chase a social scene from your apartment.
Ramblewood Apartments holds the highest management rating in Fort Collins at 5/5. Crowne at Old Town North (5/5) and Habitat at Fort Collins (5/5) follow. Management ratings track responsiveness, transparency, and how landlords handle problems — the things you'll feel every month, not just on tour.
Top quality picks on Find My Place in Fort Collins: Ramblewood Apartments (5/5), Crowne at Old Town North (5/5), and Habitat at Fort Collins (5/5). Quality ratings cover the physical state — appliances, finishes, maintenance — so this is the list to start with if you want a place that holds up after move-in.
Most students in Fort Collins cluster in The Hill / Old Town Adjacent, South College Avenue, and Old Town. These neighborhoods are the natural starting point for any housing search — close to campus, walkable, and where current students consistently land. See the "Best Neighborhoods for Students" section above for what each one is actually like.
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