Ft Collins Colorado Real Estate

There isn't much touting that needs to be done about Fort Collins CO real estate, because Money Magazine already did that as best as can be done... In 2006, Money Magazine voted Fort Collins Colorado as the best mid-sized city in the United States to live in. Money cites Fort Collins real estate prices, great schools, affordable real estate prices, low-stress, a vibrant job economy, and the fact that it is an outdoor lover's paradise as the largest reasons for Fort Collins being so attractive.

Due to the fact that Fort Collins is located directly East of the Rocky Mountains, it enjoys all of the positive benefits of being in/near the mountains without the seclusion and isolation issues many mountain towns typically have. Fort Collins has over 60 miles of hiking and biking trails in the city alone. When you factor in the hiking, camping, fishing, sightseeing, and other outdoor amenities the Colorado Rocky Mountains have to offer, it's hard to beat Fort Collins. Boulder Colorado has a very similar location, and also has a similar college-town feel to it, but Fort Collins real estate prices are substantially lower than Boulder, so Fort Collins takes the cake as far as Money Magazine sees it.

With over 800 acres of parks, and several natural areas totaling over 36,000 acres that are maintained year-round, Fort Collins has no shortage of things to do. Soapstone Prarie natural area, Bobcat Ridge, Poudre Trail, Spring Creek Trail, Washington Park, and Lincoln Park are just a few of the more commonly visited areas. While you're in town, be sure to visit one of the 6 award-winning breweries, check out the nationally acclaimed Poudre River for some white-water rafting, or drive 10 minutes south to Loveland for some shopping at the factory outlet stores. If none of the above tickles your fancy, drop by the Fort Collins Visitors Bureau.

Fort Collins has a population of just over 125,000, and on average, you can find between 1100 and 1400 homes available for sale. Average home prices hover around $250,000, and prices depend heavily upon where in town the home is located. Single bedroom condos start as low as $70,000, and single family homes typically start just under $180,000. Be sure to check out our up-to-date Fort Collins market statistics, or simply start your own custom search for Fort Collins homes for sale right here on this page.