University North
Suburban Neighborhood in Fort Collins, Colorado
Larimer County 80521, 80524
Established bungalows and Cape Cods
Homes in University North tend to sell within three weeks of being listed. The architectural scene is comprised of bungalows, Cape Cods and ranch-style homes, most of which were built between 1920 and 1960. Quarter-acre lots are fenced-in, and mature oaks sit between houses. Modest bungalows with less than 1,900 square feet cost between $480,000 and $650,000, while larger, renovated homes range from $650,000 to $1.1 million. A handful of single-family homes have been converted into duplexes and triplexes and are rented to CSU students.
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Fort Collins City Park
Fort Collins City Park is one of the most expansive areas for outdoor recreation in town and has athletic fields, tennis courts and a nine-hole golf course. Parkgoers can walk the path that borders Sheldon Lake and fishers can cast a line from its shore. The Horsetooth Reservoir is 6 miles to the west and is home to over 20 miles of hiking trails, campsites and beach access points. During the summer, visitors tube, kayak and paddle board. Fort Collins residents are 46 miles and around an hour-long drive from Rocky Mountain National Park.
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University North public schools
Dunn Elementary School is in northwest University Park and earns an A-minus overall grade from Niche. Lincoln Middle School receives a B-minus and students can participate in a variety of extracurricular activities, with clubs such as Dungeons & Dragons, chess and drama. Poudre High School has a B-plus rating, and students select an area of interest pathway and are paired with other students interested in similar fields, including agriculture and the environment and engineering and design. Poudre High also offers both Advanced Placement and International Baccalaureate courses. Colorado State University has over 26,000 undergraduate students and sits just south of the neighborhood. “A lot of people who move to the area for college end up staying here after graduation,” says Nicole Gardner, a former CSU student and current Fort Collins resident. “It’s the community atmosphere surrounding the university that keeps people around, not to mention being so close to the Rockies and other outdoor spots.”
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CSU events
Canvas Stadium is less than 2 miles from University North and seats up to 41,000 spectators for football season. Neighborhood residents can hear the stadium merely by stepping outside on game nights. Residents are just across the street from The Oval, CSU’s outdoor commons, where students and locals relax and study on the green space between classes. At the corner of University and Meridian avenues, the school hosts the free Lagoon Summer Concert Series.
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Getting around Fort Collins
MAX Transit has bus stops along Laurel Street and College Avenue. Fort Collins maintains over 200 miles of bike lanes that wind throughout the city, and many residents bike to work and class. Drivers can take Interstate 25 about 65 miles south to downtown Denver.Nightlife and local businesses
Social is one of the most popular bars in town, with a lively atmosphere on the weekends. “During the school year, bars stay open later and most restaurants have special happy hour deals,” Neuhaus says. “Our nightlife definitely shifts when the students come back every fall.” Local businesses line College Avenue and Laurel Street. Cafe Bluebird offers classic brunch food while the Little Bird Bakeshop serves coffee and hand-crafted baked goods. Avogadro’s Number has American pub fare, draft brews and regular live music. Residents can stop by Target or Lucky’s Market for groceries.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Steve Balmer
Steve Balmer
Elevations Real Estate, LLC
(970) 666-6772
115 Total Sales
1 in University North
$665,000 Price
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Tammy Fisher
Tammy Fisher
eXp Realty - Loveland
(970) 999-1255
101 Total Sales
1 in University North
$639,749 Price
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Paul Schnaitter
Paul Schnaitter
Responds QuicklyGroup Centerra
(970) 698-8501
182 Total Sales
2 in University North
$515K - $600K Price Range
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Sam Moes
Sam Moes
Responds QuicklyRoots Real Estate
(970) 698-8718
175 Total Sales
1 in University North
$655,000 Price
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Siduri Taylor
Siduri Taylor
Responds QuicklyC3 Real Estate Solutions, LLC
(970) 825-1125
79 Total Sales
1 in University North
$515,000 Price
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Tamara Suppes
Tamara Suppes
Group Harmony
(970) 632-7146
81 Total Sales
1 in University North
$585,000 Price
Schools
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Parks in this Area
Buckingham Park
Library Park
City Park
Horsetooth Reservoir
Civic Center Park
Farm At Lee Martinez Park
Oak Street Plaza
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | University North | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 5 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 3 | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 | 4 |
| Burglary | 7 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 6 | 4 |
| Larceny | 7 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
University North Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in University North, Fort Collins sell after 54 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in University North, Fort Collins over the last 12 months is $624,000, up 13% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$650,000
Median Sale Price
$624,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$625,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
4%
Last 12 months Home Sales
22
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
13%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$401
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
282
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Median Year Built
1948
Months of Supply
1.10
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,502
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,702
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
9,147
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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$2,750,000
- 5 Beds
- 5.5 Baths
- 2,375 Sq Ft
- 629 S Howes St
- New 22 days ago
Attention Investors, Builders and Developers.Located just 200 yards from Colorado State University campus, 629 S. Howes St. offers a rare opportunity to own a property with Approved, permit ready development plans. Situated on a 0.43 acre lot this property features a historical house with two separate units that have both undergone extensive remodels. Existing main unit: 3 Bedrooms, 3.5
Ethan Carlson Carlson Associates
Homes for Rent
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$1,531 - $2,300 per month
- Max Flats
- Studio-3 Beds
- 1-3 Baths
- 619+ Sq Ft
- 505 S Mason St
- Fort Collins, CO
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$3,700 per month
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 1,517 Sq Ft
- 631 Monte Vista Ave
- Fort Collins, CO
NO FALL PRE-LEASING AVAILABLE July 1st. Come see this beautiful ranch home, 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. The bedrooms are on separate parts of the house, 2 of the bedrooms and 1 bathroom are on the N side of the house, and 1 bedroom has an outside exit to the back yard. The S. side has 1 bedroom and bathroom as well as a master bed & bath. The kitchen has an open feel with a cute breakfast nook.
Peter Mitzelfeld eXp Realty, LLC
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
2,677
Median Age
25
Population Density
24 ppl/acre
Population under 18
23.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
1.6%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$31,088
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$46,485
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
99%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
60%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
16.1%
% Population in Labor Force
63.4%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
16''
Average Winter Low Temperature
13°F
Average Summer High Temperature
88°F
Annual Snowfall
35''
Area Factors
Biker's Paradise
Bike Score®
97
/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
74
/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
50
/ 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
University Park
An established Fort Collins community bordering Colorado State University
Downtown Fort Collins
Abundant local shops and eateries at the center of Fort Collins
Old Town West
A Fort Collins community with Victorian architecture
Old Town
A historic Colorado small town with endless recreational opportunities
Martinez Park-Capitol Hill
Historic homes and popular parks near Old Town
Historic Fort Collins High School
Historic architecture and walkable streets near CSU and Old Town Fort Collins
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