$451,444Average Value$292Average Price per Sq Ft6Homes For Sale
An East Fort Collins suburb with walkable streets and competitive prices
Waterglen is a modern suburb with quiet streets and well-maintained sidewalks on the northeastern outskirts of Fort Collins. Surrounded by open fields and farmland, the rural neighborhood is around 5 miles from Old Town Fort Collins. Interstate 25 lies just east of the community, allowing for easy access to nearby cities and suburbs. “The biggest draws to the area are the price point and easy access to the interstate,” says Kelley Reichert, a local real estate broker with Reichert Real Estate. “It’s a popular area among first-time homebuyers too.”
Waterglen is a growing community and a wonderful place to call home.
Elgin Ct is the main thoroughfare in the Waterglen neighborhood.
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Early 2000s architecture and HOA maintained greenspaces
Most of the homes in Waterglen were built between 2000 and 2004, with modern traditionals and craftsman ranch-style homes throughout. Houses sit close together on small lots, with fenced-in backyards and attached two-car garages. Prices for single-family homes range from $415,000 to $520,000, while condos and townhouses go for $300,000 to $370,000. “You can get a great price for a three-bedroom, two-bathroom home here compared to other neighborhoods in Fort Collins,” says Reichert. “The local homeowners association maintains the neighborhood’s green spaces, and residents take good care of their lawns.”
Waterglen is a vibriant and welcoming community.
The curb appeal of this Waterglen home is off the charts.
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A variety of extracurriculars at Fort Collins High School
Most local students attend Laurel Elementary School, which earns a B-minus grade from Niche. Lincoln Middle School receives a B rating and has a wide selection of elective courses, including technology engineering, outdoor living and global leadership. The A-minus-rated Fort Collins High School is the fourth-best public high school in Larimer County, according to Niche. The high school also offers over 60 club and extracurricular offerings and partners with Front Range Community College for its concurrent enrollment courses.
Laurel Elementary School serves PK - 5th grade.
Lincoln Middle School is an IB World School.
Fort Collins High School has a large modern campus.
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Community walking trails and nearby recreation in Waterglen
Paved walking paths wind throughout the neighborhood, connecting the residential streets to local greenspaces. Rabit Brush Park has a picnic shelter, a playground and a basketball court while, a short walk south, the Cooper Slough Natural Area is a protected greenway with walking trails. The nine-hole Mountain Vista Golf Course is a short drive north of Waterglen and has verdant manicured greens and fairways, with distant views of the Rocky Mountain foothills. The Riverbend Ponds Natural Area is around 4 miles south of the neighborhood and has 3 miles of natural surface trails that wind between its seven ponds. The area is popular among anglers, with an array of crappie, bass and channel catfish. The Poudre River Trail can be accessed from Riverbend Ponds and spans over 40 miles through Fort Collins, Windsor and Greeley.
Paved trails interconnect the Waterglen neighborhood.
The playground at Rabbit Brush Park is popular with the local kids.
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Breweries and bookstores in Old Town
Locals can take Vine Drive around 4 miles west to Old Town, which is home to dozens of local businesses and shops. Union Bar and Soda Fountain serves brunch, burgers and southern-style comfort food along with specialty cocktails and spirited milkshakes. The New Belgium Brewing Company was founded in Fort Collins and its location on Linden Street offers dozens of brews on tap. Oldtown is also home to a handful of new and used bookstores, from Old Firehouse Books to Indigo Rose, in addition to numerous vintage stores and art studios. Walmart and Safeway are nearby options grocery stores.
Union Bar & Soda Fountain is a short trip from the Waterglen neighborhood.
Safeway is the closest option for groceries for Waterglen residents.
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Fare-free public transit and easy access to I-25
Interstate 25 is just outside of Waterglen, and as such, there may be increased noise levels for those on the east side of the neighborhood. Drivers can take I-25 around 62 miles south to Downtown Denver or roughly 42 miles north to Cheyenne, Wyoming. There is a bus stop at the corner of Vine and Waterglen that can connect commuters to Downtown Fort Collins and the surrounding suburbs. Transfort operates the local busses, and all routes are fare-free.
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Parks in this Area
Rabbit Brush Park
Waterglen Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Waterglen, Fort Collins sell after 38 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Waterglen, Fort Collins over the last 12 months is $310,777, down 57% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Welcome to this beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom townhome-style condo that combines comfort, convenience, and modern style. Ideally located close to CSU, old town, breweries, and I-25, this home puts you within close proximity to everything Fort Collins has to offer and easy access to explore up and down the front range! Step inside to discover fresh updates throughout, including new
Welcome home to this charming two-story home in desirable Waterglen. With west facing sunshine and backing to neighborhood green space, this inviting setting offers both solitude and privacy. Step inside to an open-concept floorplan featuring vaulted ceiling and tons of natural light. With multiple living areas, there's plenty of room to spread out. Channel your inner chef in the kitchen boasting
The Woodrum TeamColdwell Banker Realty- Fort Collins
Charm and warmth will welcome you into this well cared for home! Wood floors, a sunny eat-in kitchen, new carpet upstairs and stylish updates create a comfortable living space. The light fixtures add a fun and modern touch! The back patio and pergola are surrounded by a nice privacy fence making it the perfect place to enjoy your morning coffee. Located on a corner lot with easy access to I-25,
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,500
Median Age
33
Population Density
9 ppl/acre
Population under 18
27.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
8%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$83,616
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$86,939
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97.2%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
42.7%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
15.3%
% Population in Labor Force
67.5%
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®
1/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
19/ 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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