Why Live in Collindale
Collindale in Fort Collins, CO, features a mix of brick ranch-style homes, shuttered Colonial Revivals, and modern Craftsmans, developed during the 1980s and early 1990s. Homes sit on 5,000 to 7,000-square-foot lots with paved driveways and two-car garages. Single-family homes range from $500,000 to $750,000, while condos and townhouses with one to three bedrooms are priced between $280,000 and $450,000. The neighborhood includes the members-only Collindale Pool, which offers reduced fees for residents and features a five-lane pool, diving area, and sand volleyball court. The Collindale Golf Course, the oldest public course in Fort Collins, is nearby, offering 18 fairways and a clubhouse with C.B. & Potts, a casual eatery. Warren Park, located across Lemay Avenue, provides a playground, picnic areas, and sports facilities. The Power Trail runs along the neighborhood's east side, connecting to other trails in the city. For shopping and dining, the Foothills shopping center and Scotch Pines Village Shopping Center offer a variety of options, including local eateries like Smok Barbecue and Stoneflower Market & Eatery. Grocery stores such as Trader Joe’s, Safeway, and Sprouts Farmers Market are also nearby. Collindale is about 3 miles from downtown Fort Collins and 4 miles from Interstate 25, with Transfort bus stops along Horsetooth Road. The neighborhood is served by highly rated schools, including Shepardson Elementary School, Boltz Middle School, and Fort Collins High School.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Collindale a good place to live?
Collindale is a good place to live. Collindale is considered car-dependent and very bikeable with minimal transit options. Collindale is a suburban neighborhood. Collindale has 5 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly dense in population with 14.4 people per acre and a median age of 46. The average household income is $150,031 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 71.1% of residents. A majority of residents in Collindale are home owners, with 18% of residents renting and 82% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Collindale can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Collindale neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Collindale?
The median home price in Collindale is $269,900. If you put a 20% down payment of $54,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,400 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $60K a year to afford the median home price in Collindale. The average household income in Collindale is $150K.
What are the best public schools in Collindale?
The best public schools that serve Collindale are:
What are the best private schools in Collindale?
The best private schools that serve Collindale are:
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Are home prices dropping in Collindale?
Yes, home prices in Collindale are down 50% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Collindale, CO
On average, homes in Collindale, Fort Collins sell after 37 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Collindale, Fort Collins over the last 12 months is $275,000, down 31% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$275,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$275,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$169
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
7
Median List Price
$269,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
-2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-31%