A foothills community with a wealth of outdoor recreation
Around a mile east of the hiking trails and scenic overlooks of the Horsetooth Reservoir, the Ponds at Overland neighborhood has large lots and quiet streets on the western outskirts of Fort Collins. Well-maintained sidewalks and gravel walking paths connect the community’s streets, roughly 5 miles from Old Town. “In Ponds at Overland you get great views of the foothills,” says Leila Russell, a local Realtor with RE/MAX Alliance. “It’s a great part of town for people who like to hike and bike. You have trails throughout the area and easy access to the entire Fort Collins Trail system.”
The Ponds at Overland is a great place to call home.
The streets in the Ponds at Overland neighborhood are quiet, making it wonderfully walkable.
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Large lots and higher price points in Ponds at Overland
Most of the neighborhood’s houses were built between 2000 and 2016, with modern traditional and craftsman-style homes lining the streets. Houses sit on quarter-to-half-acre lots, with fenced-in backyards and attached garages. Ponds at Overland is on the higher end of the Fort Collins housing market. “While it's more expensive than some of the surrounding communities, you get a wide range of price points within the neighborhood,” Russell says. Two and three-bedroom ranch-style homes range from $600,000 to $790,000, while larger multi-story builds can go for $800,000 to $1.4 million.
The Ponds at Overland street are lines with modern traditional and craftsman styled homes.
This home in the Ponds at Overland features amazing stone work and a covered porch.
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Highly rated public schools and proximity to CSU
Bauder Elementary School serves most of the area’s students and earns a B-plus overall grade from Niche. Also with a B-plus, Blevins Middle School places a focus on project-based learning, with classes like journalism and newspaper, engineering and design and animation and visual storytelling. Rocky Mountain High School receives an A-minus and partners with both Aims Community College and Front Range Community College for its tuition-free concurrent enrollment courses. The school also has over 60 student and school-sponsored clubs. Colorado State University is a short drive east and has roughly 33,000 students, and its research campus lies just north of Ponds at Overland.
Bauder Elementary School is a Public Pre-K & Elementary School in Fairbrooke, Fort Collins CO.
Blevins Middle School is a Public Middle School in Brown Farm, Fort Collins CO.
Rocky Mountain High School serves numerous neighborhoods.
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Trail systems and events at City Park
Overland Park lies just east of the neighborhood and has facilities for tennis, basketball, soccer and baseball, along with a playground and a hard-surface walking trail. The 1,900-acre Horsetooth Reservoir is the most popular outdoor recreation areas in Fort Collins, with roughly one million visitors each year. The reservoir is a popular spot for swimming, paddle-boarding and boating during the summer months, with waterfront picnic areas and camp sites along the water. The hills surrounding the reservoir are home to over 20 miles of hiking and mountain biking trails. Nearby, City Park is one of the largest parks in town, with a nine-hole golf course, baseball diamonds, multiuse sports fields, a lake and tennis courts. In the warmer months, locals flock to the City Park pool. On Tuesday evenings between May and September, the park hosts the Fort Collins Food Truck Rally, which hosts dozens of vendors and live music.
Horsetooth Reservoir is a beautiful park and lake.
The Foothills Trail, near the Ponds at Overland neighborhood has some incredible views.
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Nearby businesses, from breweries to cafes
The intersection of Taft Hill Road and West Elizabeth Street is a short drive east of Ponds at Overland and is surrounded by a selection of chain businesses and local eateries. Cups Community Coffee serves breakfast sandwiches, baked goods and salads. Next door, Mythmaker Brewing has over 15 craft beers on tap, with regular food trucks and trivia every Monday night. Emporium Sports Bar offers pub fare and draft brews, with pool tables and live music. King Soopers is the closest option for groceries, while Whole Foods is around 4 miles away on South College Avenue. “The Drake Crossing Shopping center is another good option nearby,” says Russell. “It has a Safeway and a few restaurants and is just 5 minutes from The Ponds.” On Overland Trail, the Holiday Twin Drive in Theater has screenings from late April through October and is one of only seven remaining drive-ins in Colorado.
There are a few dining options sprinkled throughout the Ponds at Overland neighborhood.
If you are in the Ponds at Overland neighborhood, swing by Cups Community Coffee for a cup of coffee and a pastry.
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Prospect road bus stops and access to I-25
Transfort operates the city’s bus routes, with a handful of nearby stops along Prospect Road. Drivers can access Interstate 25 on the east side of town, which spans around 60 miles south to Downtown Denver and roughly 45 miles north to Cheyenne, Wyoming.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Ponds at Overland
US
Homicide
1
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Ponds at Overland, Fort Collins sell after 49 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Ponds at Overland, Fort Collins over the last 12 months is $910,800, up 17% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Nestled in the sought-after Ponds neighborhood, this fully updated home offers stunning foothills views and an unbeatable location with direct access to some of the best hiking, biking, and walking trails right out your door. Upon entering, you're greeted by a vaulted ceiling that opens into an airy, open floor plan. The recently remodeled gourmet kitchen features quality cabinetry, luxurious
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
759
Median Age
40
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
21.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
17.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$90,760
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$132,304
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97.3%
College Graduates
62.1%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
25.6%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
75.5%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
16''
Average Winter Low Temperature
13°F
Average Summer High Temperature
88°F
Annual Snowfall
35''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
52/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
5/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
28/ 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.
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