2-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Fort Collins, CO
Median asking rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Fort Collins, Colorado as of July 2026. That's +12% lower than the citywide median of $1,938 and +3% above the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655.
Income needed for a 2-bedroom in Fort Collins
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income guideline (the threshold above which households are considered rent-burdened), here's what you need to earn to comfortably afford a 2-bedroom at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Fort Collins
Compare Fort Collins's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 2-bedroom in Colorado
| # | City | 2-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alamosa | $970 |
| 2 | Sterling | $1,030 |
| 3 | Montrose | $1,160 |
| 4 | Stratmoor | $1,185 |
| 5 | Clifton | $1,200 |
| 6 | Cortez | $1,200 |
| 7 | Pueblo | $1,330 |
| 8 | Manitou Springs | $1,340 |
| 9 | Granby | $1,370 |
| 10 | Rifle | $1,390 |
| 11 | Grand Junction | $1,436 |
| 12 | Greeley | $1,525 |
| 13 | Woodland Park | $1,580 |
| 14 | Fruita | $1,590 |
| 15 | Evans | $1,600 |
Most expensive cities for a 2-bedroom in Colorado
| # | City | 2-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Highlands Ranch | $2,833 |
| 2 | Morrison | $2,610 |
| 3 | Peyton | $2,570 |
| 4 | Commerce City | $2,530 |
| 5 | Superior | $2,529 |
| 6 | Greenwood Village | $2,520 |
| 7 | Erie | $2,520 |
| 8 | Thornton | $2,453 |
| 9 | Lone Tree | $2,450 |
| 10 | Castle Rock | $2,440 |
| 11 | Evergreen | $2,430 |
| 12 | Littleton | $2,423 |
| 13 | Parker | $2,405 |
| 14 | Broomfield | $2,405 |
| 15 | Monument | $2,400 |
Nearby cities — 2-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper 2-bedroom rents than Fort Collins.
| City | Distance | 2-Bedroom rent | vs Fort Collins |
|---|---|---|---|
| Timnath, CO | 7.4 mi | $1,610 | $-100 (-6%) |
| Loveland, CO | 10.6 mi | $1,650 | $-60 (-4%) |
| Windsor, CO | 12.6 mi | $1,800 | +$90 (+5%) |
| Johnstown, CO | 18 mi | $1,810 | +$100 (+6%) |
| Milliken, CO | 20.4 mi | $1,670 | $-40 (-2%) |
| Greeley, CO | 24.9 mi | $1,525 | $-185 (-11%) |
| Longmont, CO | 27.2 mi | $2,023 | +$313 (+18%) |
| Evans, CO | 27.3 mi | $1,600 | $-110 (-6%) |
| Firestone, CO | 27.4 mi | $1,929 | +$219 (+13%) |
| Erie, CO | 35 mi | $2,520 | +$810 (+47%) |
| Lafayette, CO | 37.6 mi | $2,140 | +$430 (+25%) |
| Boulder, CO | 39.6 mi | $2,202 | +$492 (+29%) |
2-Bedroom rent in Fort Collins — common questions
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Fort Collins?
As of July 2026, the median 2-bedroom apartment rent in Fort Collins, Colorado is $1,710 per month. This is +12% below the citywide median of $1,938.
What income do you need to afford a 2-bedroom in Fort Collins?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $68,400 ($5,700/month gross), which works out to roughly $32.88/hour at a full-time job.
Is Fort Collins expensive for a 2-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Fort Collins's 2-bedroom median of $1,710 is +3% above the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655. It ranks in the 53th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Fort Collins rank for 2-bedroom rent in Colorado?
Among the 66 cities in Colorado with 2-bedroom data, Fort Collins ranks #22 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 2-bedroom options near Fort Collins?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 2-bedroom rents include Timnath ($1,610), Loveland ($1,650), Milliken ($1,670).