A rural atmosphere in proximity to numerous large Northern Colorado cities
On the eastern banks of the South Platte River, Fort Lupton is a North Colorado city with a small-town vibe and easy access to nearby metro areas. Around 28 miles from Downtown Boulder and the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, the city is known for its preserved historic architecture and proximity to outdoor recreation. “One of the appealing things about Fort Lupton is that it's accessible to numerous large cities,” says Jody Malone, a local Realtor with Teater Realty Co. “There aren’t many large employers in Fort Lupton, so most residents commute to Denver, Brighton or Boulder for work, but they choose to live here for the lower prices and the quiet atmosphere.”
Watch whitewater paddleboarders on Boulder Creek just south of Fort Lupton.
The area around Fort Lupton is home to rural properties and dirt roads.
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Historic downtown and major Weld County employers
Historic buildings along Denver Street and surrounding residential blocks date back to the late 19th and early 20th centuries, with Fort Lupton’s Historic Preservation Board overseeing the upkeep of historically designated buildings.
Fort Lupton was founded as a fur trading post in the 1830s before it became a gold rush outpost and, in the early 1900s was developed as a profitable agricultural community. Today, Fort Lupton is the second largest city in Weld County, with a population of roughly 9,500. While agriculture remains a large focus in the city, some of the area’s largest employers include Halliburton Energy Services, A&W Water Service and the Weld School District Re-8.
Fort Lupton is a rural Colorado community with a history as a fur trading town.
There's antique oil drilling machines throughout the massive fields in the Fort Lupton.
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New developments and century-old bungalows
Surrounding downtown’s historic district, craftsman-style bungalows and ranch-style homes make up the architecture, while 1990s and 21st-century builds can be found in subdivisions on the east and south sides of Fort Lupton. As of 2025, there are numerous new developments underway, including the Cottonwood Greens, Vista Meadows and Willow Crossing neighborhoods.
The median home price is $467,000, which is lower than both the Weld County and Colorado averages. “Here, you can get much more for your money in terms of square footage and acreage,” Malone says. “There are established homes on multiple acres, as well as more uniform modern subdivisions.”
You can find a variety of older and newer manufactured homes around Fort Lupton.
Dirt roads connect the many large properties in Aristocrat Ranchettes in Fort Lupton.
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Grab a meal on Denver Avenue
Denver Avenue is home to a historic business district, with a handful of shops and restaurants, including a salon, a bar and grill and a Latino market. The area also has a wide variety of authentic Mexican restaurants. For a larger selection of businesses, including supermarkets and big-box stores, Brighton is around 7 miles south, while Longmont is roughly 21 miles to the northwest.
The staff is welcoming at Santiago Mexican restaurant in Fort Lupton.
Wholly Strombolii is New York Little Italy themed bar and restaurant in Fort Lupton.
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A modern recreation center and outdoor recreation along the South Platte River
Fort Lupton is home to seven community parks; a public golf course and a recreation center complete with a rock-climbing wall and an indoor pool. “For a small city, Fort Lupton has a great recreation system,” Malone says. “The recreation center is new and recently updated, with sports facilities and a fitness center.”
The 13-acre Pearson Park has baseball diamonds, walking trails and access to the South Platte River. It's also about 30 miles to the foothills of the Rockey Mountains, with dozens of scenic hiking trails.
Fort Lupton Recreation Center is a sprawling green space, park with playground, and skate park.
Not too far from Fort Lupton are popular hiking trails at Chautauqua Trail Overlook
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High School programs at Aims Community College
Local families are served by the Weld Re-8 School District, which receives a C-plus overall grade from Niche. The district has two elementary schools, a middle school and a kindergarten through eighth-grade school. Most teens attend the C-rated Fort Lupton High School.
Aims Community College has a small campus in Fort Lupton and offers programs in welding technology, agricultural sciences and technology, medical preparation, nursing and commercial driving. Aims also offers tuition free concurrent enrollment courses and a career academy program for high school students.
Students are the highest priority at Fort Lupton High School.
Pursue higher education at Aims Community College in Fort Lupton.
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Decreasing crime rates and easy access to Denver, Boulder and Greeley
According to the Colorado Bureau of Investigation, rates of both violent and property crimes were lower in 2024 compared to the previous four years.
Along U.S. Route 85, it's around 28 miles north to Greeley or roughly 30 miles south to Downtown Denver. Colorado state Highway 52 and Colorado state Highway 119 span about 29 miles west to Boulder. The Denver International Airport is nearly 28 miles south.
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Known for its large properties and quiet dirt roads, Aristocrat Ranchettes is a small, rural community located 5 miles from Fort Lupton and 30 miles south of Greeley. The neighborhood is equestrian friendly, with many back yards housing horses and other farm animals, while the residential streets are surrounded by hundreds of acres of open fields and farmland. “The main draw to the area is that you get more land for your money compared to neighborhoods in Fort Lupton,” says Alexis Moran, a local real estate agent with Realty One Group Premier. “You’re pretty close to Denver too, but out here you can see the stars at night and views of the farmland in the day.” Locals have views of the Rocky Mountains from their front yards, and a lack of traffic on the cottonwood-lined streets allows for a peaceful atmosphere.
Ranch-style homes and bungalows sit on single-acre lots. Prices range from $200,000 to $600,000. Empty lots, usually around 1 acre, sell for $100,000 to $190,000. Two-bedroom homes built in the 1960s and 1970s range from $280,000 to $350,000, while newer builds with three and four bedrooms go for $400,000 to $650,000. Fenced-in yards are common, and many back lots have been converted to horse paddocks. Additionally, most homes have low-water-use landscaping instead of grass due to the area’s arid climate in the summer months.
Twombly Elementary School and Fort Lupton Middle School both have a C-minus overall grade from Niche. Fort Lupton High School earns a C rating and partners with Aims Community College for its concurrent enrollment courses. The high school offers a varied selection of extracurricular activities, including Spanish club, folklorico dance and Knowledge Bowl. The Fort Lupton Public Library is a mile from Fort Lupton High and hosts adult book clubs, weekly craft nights and monthly Mexican street food cooking classes.
Residents of Aristocrat Ranchettes can drive 5 miles to Fort Lupton to run errands or grab a meal. “A lot of the local restaurants get their eggs and dairy products from nearby farms,” Moran says. Wholly Stromboli has been in business for over a decade serving pizzas, calzones and strombolis. The Speakeasy at Wholly Stromboli is a prohibition-era-themed cocktail bar below the casual eatery and can be rented for private events. Santiago’s Mexican Restaurant is a Denver-area chain with authentic Mexican cuisine served all day, from stuffed sopapilla and breakfast burritos to carnitas street tacos and tamales. The Safeway on 1st Street is the go-to spot for groceries and essentials. The Waves of Grain Farmers Market is held each Wednesday in Railroad Park, where visitors can buy fresh produce, organic eggs, grass-fed beef and more.
The Coyote Creek Golf Course is a public, 18-hole course with verdant fairways and greens. Community Center Park sits behind the Fort Lupton Recreation Center and has paved walkways, soccer fields and a playground. The rec center has an indoor pool, basketball courts and a fitness center complete with a 27-foot rock climbing wall. The city's recreation department organizes events and programs, including both youth and adult sports leagues and dance classes for kids.
Pearson Park sits on the western bank of the South Platte River and is home to baseball diamonds, a scenic walking path, open fields and two enclosed dog areas. For horseback riding, locals can take the one-hour, 58-mile drive to Fort Morgan to ride along the Twamore Trails that wind alongside the South Platte River.
Residents can take state Route 85 about 30 miles north to Greeley or 35 miles south to downtown Denver, while Interstate 76 can take drivers 58 miles northeast to Fort Morgan.
Property Mix - Square Feet
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Demographics
Total Population
10,169
Median Age
38
Population under 18
26.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$74,626
Below the national average
$79,601
Average Household Income
$86,865
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
80.2%
College Graduates
13.7%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
4.4%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
68.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
14''
Average Winter Low Temperature
18°F
Average Summer High Temperature
91°F
Annual Snowfall
37''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®®
33/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®®
31/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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