Why Live in Brown Farm
Brown Farm in Fort Collins offers a suburban setting with Rocky Mountain views and proximity to downtown Fort Collins, just 4 miles away. Developed in the 1970s and '80s, the neighborhood features ranch-style, split-level, and Colonial Revival homes, many with fenced backyards and attached garages. The area is appealing to first-time homebuyers and young families, with homes generally more affordable than other Fort Collins communities. Outdoor attractions abound, with Horsetooth Reservoir and its 14 hiking trails, including the Horsetooth Falls Loop Trail, located nearby. The neighborhood also has access to the 18-hole Aggie Greens Disc Golf Course, situated between Brown Farm and the Horsetooth area, and a walkable path along the Pleasant Valley Lake Canal. For shopping and dining, residents frequent the Drake Crossing Shopping Center, which includes a Safeway, Walgreens, and eateries like Maya Cove and Intersect Brewing. Entertainment options include the Holiday Twin Drive-in Theater. Brown Farm is served by highly rated schools, including Blevins Middle School and Rocky Mountain High School, known for its strong athletics program. With easy access to downtown Fort Collins and Colorado State University via Prospect Road and Route 287, Brown Farm combines convenience with a range of recreational and educational opportunities.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Brown Farm a good place to live?
Brown Farm is a good place to live. Brown Farm is considered car-dependent and very bikeable with some transit options. Brown Farm is a suburban neighborhood with a crime score of 2, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Brown Farm has 9 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 6.4 people per acre and a median age of 36. The average household income is $91,265 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 51.9% of residents. A majority of residents in Brown Farm are home owners, with 32.5% of residents renting and 67.5% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Brown Farm can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Brown Farm neighborhood guide.
Is Brown Farm, CO a safe neighborhood?
Brown Farm, CO is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 2 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Brown Farm?
The median home price in Brown Farm is $405,165. If you put a 20% down payment of $81,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,100 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $90K a year to afford the median home price in Brown Farm. The average household income in Brown Farm is $91K.
What are the best public schools in Brown Farm?
The best public schools that serve Brown Farm are:
What are the best private schools in Brown Farm?
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Home Trends in Brown Farm, CO
On average, homes in Brown Farm, Fort Collins sell after 55 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Brown Farm, Fort Collins over the last 12 months is $379,900, up 9% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$379,900
Median Single Family Sale Price
$529,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$379,900
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$360,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$257
Number of Homes for Sale
8
Last 12 months Home Sales
78
Median List Price
$405,165
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
9%