Why Live in Cottonwood
Cottonwood in Fort Collins, CO, features a mix of bi-levels, Colonial Revivals, Tudor Revivals, and ranch-style homes built between the late 1970s and early 1990s. These homes typically include paved driveways and two-car attached garages, with sizes ranging from 1,200 to 2,300 square feet on lots less than a quarter-acre. The neighborhood is connected by sidewalks that pass well-landscaped lawns and gardens. Spring Park, a short drive away, offers baseball diamonds, a soccer field, and a playground, while the nearby Spring Creek Trail extends nearly 7 miles, linking various outdoor recreation areas. Edora Park, just a mile east along the trail, provides extensive sports facilities, picnic areas, and a community garden. Cottonwood is also 45 miles from Rocky Mountain National Park, with additional camping options at Horsetooth and Flatiron Reservoirs within a 20-mile drive. The Scotch Pines Village shopping center, half a mile away, includes a Sprouts Farmers Market and Elevation 5003 Distillery. College Avenue, about a mile away, offers numerous dining and shopping options, including Whole Foods and Trader Joe's. The neighborhood is highly bikeable, with a Bike Score of 86, and has several bus stops along Drake Road serviced by Transfort. Colorado State University, located two miles away, is a significant local employer. Cottonwood is served by highly rated schools, including O’Dea Elementary School, Lesher Middle School, and Fort Collins High School, which offers concurrent enrollment courses through Front Range Community College and specialized programs like the Bioscience Career Academy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cottonwood a good place to live?
Cottonwood is a good place to live. Cottonwood is considered car-dependent and very bikeable with some transit options. Cottonwood is a suburban neighborhood. Cottonwood has 7 parks for recreational activities. It is very dense in population with 18.7 people per acre and a median age of 35. The average household income is $108,667 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 55.8% of residents. A majority of residents in Cottonwood are renters, with 59.7% of residents renting and 40.3% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Cottonwood can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Cottonwood neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Cottonwood?
The median home price in Cottonwood is $530,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $106,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.5%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,680 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $115K a year to afford the median home price in Cottonwood. The average household income in Cottonwood is $109K.
What are the best public schools in Cottonwood?
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Home Trends in Cottonwood, CO
On average, homes in Cottonwood, Fort Collins sell after 30 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Cottonwood, Fort Collins over the last 12 months is $550,000, up 8% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$550,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$524,950
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$321
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Last 12 months Home Sales
7
Median List Price
$530,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
8%