Brown Farm
1970s architecture
The subdivision was developed in the 1970s and ‘80s and sidewalks line its quiet cul-de-sac streets. Small front lots are landscaped with flowers, shrubbery and aspen. Cottonwood and pines also dot yards. Ranch-style homes, split-levels and Colonial Revivals line the streets of Brown Farm, and most houses feature fenced-in backyards and attached garages. Houses here tend to be more affordable compared to other Fort Collins communities, with price tags starting at $380,000 for 1,200-square-foot ranch-style homes. “The area is attractive to first-time homebuyers,” Bidwell says. “It’s not quite a college housing area, but recent Colorado State University graduates and young families are attracted to the slightly lower prices.” Fully renovated homes with over 2,000 square feet make up the market’s higher end with sales prices between $550,000 and $600,000. Additionally, houses sit close together on quarter-acre lots. .
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The Horsetooth Reservoir
From waterside recreation to hundreds of miles of hiking trails, Brown Farm residents have a catalog of outdoor offerings to choose from, all within a five-mile radius of the neighborhood. “There’s a lot of open space in Brown Farm where people walk their dogs,” Bidwell says. The Horsetooth Reservoir spans 6 miles just west of Fort Collins, running parallel to downtown, and is surrounded by nearly 2,000 acres of public outdoor space. The Horsetooth area features a campground and a marina. Visitors will find 14 hiking trails throughout the open space, including the 3-mile Horsetooth Falls Loop Trail. Anglers can cast a line from their boat or the Reservoir’s shore to reel in walleye, trout, bass or panfish. Between this expansive recreation area and Brown Farms, is the 18-hole Aggie Greens Disc Golf Course. The Pleasant Valley Lake Canal is a small tributary that runs between the community’s residential areas, and the dirt path that borders it is walkable.
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Drake Crossing Shopping Center
The Drake Crossing Shopping Center lies at the intersection of South Taft Hill Road and Drake Road and features a Safeway, a Walgreens and a handful of eateries. Maya Cove offers pub fare in a laid-back setting, and patrons can be found enjoying a smoked brisket sandwich out on the patio. The restaurant also hosts trivia nights twice per month and live music every Thursday. Intersect Brewing has around 20 craft beers on tap that can be enjoyed alongside hand-made pizza and soft pretzels. The Holiday Twin Drive-in Theater is on the neighborhood’s west side, where moviegoers can catch a double feature while chowing down on burgers and nachos from the comfort of their cars.
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Brown Farm public schools
Bauder Elementary School earns a B overall grade from Niche and offers after-school clubs like running, robotics and pottery. Next, students can attend the B-plus-rated Blevins Middle School, which is within walking distance of all Brown Farm homes. Rocky Mountain High School boasts an A-minus rating and Niche lists it among the top 20-best high schools for athletics in Colorado, with over 30 sports teams, from swimming and diving to Nordic skiing.
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Route 287
Residents can take Prospect Road east to Route 287 to reach downtown Fort Collins and Colorado State University in less than 10 minutes. Taft Hill Road also has a handful of bus stops served by Max Bus Rapid Transit.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Kristal Hunt
Kristal Hunt
Keller Williams Realty NoCo
(970) 632-6444
26 Total Sales
1 in Brown Farm
$380,000 Price
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John Hanrahan
John Hanrahan
Responds QuicklyGroup Harmony
(970) 632-7106
52 Total Sales
1 in Brown Farm
$526,000 Price
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Steve Balmer
Steve Balmer
Elevations Real Estate, LLC
(970) 666-6772
114 Total Sales
1 in Brown Farm
$552,400 Price
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Connor Martin
Connor Martin
Soukup Real Estate Services
(970) 632-6254
51 Total Sales
3 in Brown Farm
$500K - $520K Price Range
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Jimmy Stewart
Jimmy Stewart
Coldwell Banker Realty-NOCO
(970) 699-4192
210 Total Sales
1 in Brown Farm
$581,000 Price
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Kelly Renz
Kelly Renz
Grey Rock Realty
(970) 292-6589
36 Total Sales
1 in Brown Farm
$530,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Avery Park
Fischer Natural Area
Spring Canyon Bike Skills Park
Cathy Fromme Prairie Natural Area
Overland Park
Rolland Moore Park
Rotary Park
Blevins Park
Pleasant Valley Lake Canal
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Brown Farm | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 2 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
| Robbery | 2 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 2 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Brown Farm Demographics and Home Trends
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.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$405,165
Median Sale Price
$379,900
Median Single Family Sale Price
$529,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$379,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Last 12 months Home Sales
78
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
9%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$257
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,086
Number of Homes for Sale
8
Median Year Built
1979
Months of Supply
1.20
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,664
Below the national average
1,924
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
927
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
8,276
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
2,446
Median Age
36
Population Density
7 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$71,944
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$91,265
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
100%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
51.9%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
15.9%
% Population in Labor Force
71.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
16''
Average Winter Low Temperature
13°F
Average Summer High Temperature
88°F
Annual Snowfall
35''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
73
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
32
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
25
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Nearby Neighborhoods
P.O.E.T.
Laid-back Fort Collins suburb near the Horsetooth Reservoir
Stadium Heights
Duplexes and condos a short drive from the Horsetooth Reservoir
Fairbrooke
A small Fort Collins community near the Horsetooth Reservoir
Foothills Green
Protected natural areas and 1980s architecture 1 mile from CSU
Ponds at Overland
Rocky Mountain views and quiet streets in West Fort Collins
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