Westchase
Neighborhood in Fort Collins, Colorado
Larimer County 80528
Modern traditional and Craftsman-style homes
Large modern traditional and Craftsman-style homes built mostly in the early to mid-2000s line the streets of Westchase, and large lots with fenced backyards are common. Walkways wind through the neighborhood’s green spaces, connecting the area’s quiet residential streets. Houses on small lots with around 2,500 square feet or less range from $515,000 to $700,000, while larger builds on more expansive lots can go for $730,000 to $1.5 million. Two-bedroom condos in the north part of the neighborhood range from $370,000 to $390,000. “There are a lot of families and kids in the neighborhood,” Crouch says. “And while some parts of the community are densely populated, you still have private, walkable streets.” Westchase has a CAP Index crime score of 2 out of 10, lower than the national average of 4.
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Waterside recreation and nearby sports facilities
The Fossil Creek Reservoir lies just southeast of Westchase. The natural area surrounding the 750-acre reservoir is home to walking trails and picnic areas and is a popular spot for bird watching, with bald eagles, pintails and hawks making habitats in the area. Twin Silo Park is a short drive north and has facilities for baseball, tennis and soccer, along with a large playground and a community garden. The park also has a dog park, paved walking paths and a BMX track. Nearby, the Southridge Golf Course is one of three public courses in Fort Collins, with views of the Rocky Mountains serving as a backdrop to its 18 holes.
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Public schools with top ratings serve Westchase
Bacon Elementary School is in the northern corner of the community and earns an A-minus overall grade from Niche. Also with an A-minus, Preston Middle School has over a dozen school and student-sponsored extracurricular offerings. The A-rated Fossil Ridge High School is the third-best public high school in Larimer County, according to Niche. The high school offers over 50 extracurriculars, from the writers guild and ultimate frisbee club to mock trial and Science Bowl. Fossil Ridge also partners with Front Range Community College for its concurrent enrollment and associate degree pathway courses.
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Public transit on Harmony Road
Westchase lies just west of Interstate 25, which can take drivers around 57 miles south to Downtown Denver or roughly 50 miles north to Cheyenne, Wyoming. Harmony Road is about 2 miles north of the community and is lined with Transfort bus stops, which has over 20 routes across the city.Retail and restaurants in Front Range Village
Around 3 miles north of Westchase, the Front Range Village shopping center has chain eateries and retailers, along with local restaurants. Shoppers can pick up their groceries at the local Sprouts Farmers Market or Target. Cafe Athens serves classic Greek dishes, from spanakopita to lamb gyros. Around the corner, Himalayan Bistro is a popular family-owned eatery that serves Nepalese cuisine. A short drive west, Harmony Market Center has a Safeway and a small selection of restaurants.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Dustin Khaffaji
Dustin Khaffaji
RE/MAX Alliance-FTC South
(970) 620-9057
32 Total Sales
1 in Westchase
$750,000 Price
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Jimmy Stewart
Jimmy Stewart
Coldwell Banker Realty-NOCO
(970) 699-4192
216 Total Sales
2 in Westchase
$655K - $775K Price Range
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Dominic East
Dominic East
RE/MAX Alliance-FTC South
(970) 825-0995
138 Total Sales
1 in Westchase
$1,030,000 Price
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Chrissy Barker
Chrissy Barker
RE/MAX Alliance-FTC South
(720) 496-0876
130 Total Sales
2 in Westchase
$875,000 Price Range
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Matthew Fugate
Matthew Fugate
Responds QuicklyThe Fugate Property Group
(970) 528-8060
96 Total Sales
1 in Westchase
$515,000 Price
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Stephanie Lane
Stephanie Lane
RE/MAX Alliance-Loveland
(970) 698-8517
114 Total Sales
1 in Westchase
$380,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
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- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
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Parks in this Area
Twin Silo Park
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Westchase | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 2 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
| Robbery | 1 | 4 |
| Burglary | 2 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 2 | 4 |
| Larceny | 2 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 2 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Westchase Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Westchase, Fort Collins sell after 44 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Westchase, Fort Collins over the last 12 months is $597,500, down 7% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$575,000
Median Sale Price
$597,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$730,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$375,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
48
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-7%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$278
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
570
Number of Homes for Sale
5
Median Year Built
2004
Months of Supply
1.30
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,886
Significantly above the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,187
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,228
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,405
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,672
Median Age
38
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
29.6%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
10.7%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$146,785
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$169,245
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97.1%
College Graduates
69.6%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
33.4%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
71.8%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
16''
Average Winter Low Temperature
13°F
Average Summer High Temperature
88°F
Annual Snowfall
35''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
53
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
6
/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
0
/ 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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