Aerial view of Bighorn Landing Fort Collins, a residential apartment complex with multiple buildings, parking lots, green lawns, trees, and nearby roads on a clear day.

$799+/unit

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Bighorn Landing

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$969/person

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Carriage House

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A walkway runs between two brick apartment buildings at Eleven13 Apartments Fort Collins, with manicured lawns, trees, and a covered seating area in the background on a sunny day.

$775+/unit

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Eleven13 Apartments

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A two-story beige apartment building at The Cottages of Fort Collins with white shutters and a covered front porch, featuring four entry doors, balconies, a lamppost in front, and a landscaped area with small trees and shrubs.

$699+/person

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The Cottages of Fort Collins

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Modern mid-rise apartment buildings with stone and beige exteriors line a quiet, tree-lined street near The District at Campus West Fort Collins. Small trees and landscaped greenery add charm along the sidewalk under a partly cloudy sky.

$749+/person

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The District at Campus West

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A row of colorful modern houses lines a quiet suburban street with green lawns and young trees. A stone sign in front reads The Outpost Fort Collins. The sky is blue with scattered white clouds.

$779+/person

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The Outpost Fort Collins

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The Social at Stadium Walk Fort Collins features a modern three-story apartment building overlooking an outdoor swimming pool with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and a grassy area under a clear blue sky.

$1,110+/person

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The Social at Stadium Walk

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A modern three-story apartment building, The Social West® Fort Collins features balconies, brick and light siding exterior, trees lining the sidewalk, and several parked vehicles on a sunny day.

$940+/person

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The Social West®

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Landscaped courtyard at The Standard at Fort Collins, nestled between brick apartment buildings, features large rocks, green shrubs, trees with vibrant foliage, and a pathway leading to a fence and distant greenery under a partly cloudy sky.

$737+/unit

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The Standard at Fort Collins

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An uncommon four-story beige apartment building in Fort Collins with balconies, a parking lot out front, several parked cars, some landscaping with small trees and shrubs, and a clear blue sky overhead.

$1,399+/unit

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Uncommon Fort Collins

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A modern three-story apartment building, Yugo Fort Collins Grove Fort Collins, features red brick and beige siding, large windows, and the number 2101 displayed near the main entrance, all surrounded by attractive landscaping.

$799+/unit

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Yugo Fort Collins Grove

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Modern outdoor patio at 281 Willow Fort Collins with cushioned wicker seating, a fire pit table, and a grill, set against a multi-story building at sunset with a colorful sky and stairs featuring built-in lights.

$1,560+/unit

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281 Willow

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Raised garden beds with young plants and soil are arranged on gravel within a fenced area at Arbors at Sweetgrass Apartments Fort Collins. Apartment buildings and green trees appear in the background under a partly cloudy sky.

$1,757+/unit

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Arbors at Sweetgrass Apartments

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A modern apartment complex with tan and gray siding, stone accents, green lawns, shrubs, and trees. In front is a sign reading Bucking Horse Apartments Fort Collins. Bright, sunny weather.

$1,841+/unit

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Bucking Horse Apartments

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Outdoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by a concrete deck at Buffalo Run Apartments Fort Collins. Red brick building in the background, patio tables with red umbrellas and chairs on the right, trees and bright sky visible.

$1,351+/person

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Buffalo Run Apartments

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A brick building with white trim, large windows, and a covered porch at Bull Run Townhomes Fort Collins, surrounded by landscaped bushes, flowers, and decorative stone ground covering under a blue sky with scattered clouds.

$1,629+/person

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Bull Run Townhomes

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A red and beige apartment building with a sign in front reading Campus Park Apartments Fort Collins and listing contact information, surrounded by grass, trees, and a sidewalk on a sunny day.

$1,395+/unit

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Campus Park Apartments

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Copperleaf Place Fort Collins features modern apartment buildings, several parked cars, a cluster of mailboxes, and landscaped greenery under a partly cloudy sky.

$1,650+/unit

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Copperleaf Place

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Modern apartment complex, Crowne at Old Town North Fort Collins, with multiple stories, balconies, and a mix of brick and colored siding. The building faces a paved road with a sidewalk, landscaped areas, and a clear blue sky above.

$1,875+/unit

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Crowne at Old Town North

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Cycle Apartments Fort Collins offers modern three-story buildings with balconies, a fenced gravel courtyard featuring young trees and rocks, and elegant landscaping with shrubs and stones surrounding the peaceful outdoor space.

$1,693+/unit

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Cycle Apartments

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A two-story brick building with many windows at Enclave Rigden Farm Townhomes, Fort Collins, surrounded by lush trees and gardens. A red door and steps lead to the entrance, with stone borders accenting the well-maintained landscaping.

$2,310+/person

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Enclave Rigden Farm Townhomes

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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.

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