$585,981Average Value$359Average Price per Sq Ft3Homes For Sale
A bikeable community
South College Heights is a mid-century, residential community just 3 miles from Old Town Square in Fort Collins, with proximity to numerous popular outdoor spaces. In fact, with a network of over 200 miles of bike lanes, the neighborhood rates as a Biker’s Paradise with a Bike Score of 99 out of 100. “Fort Collins is one of the most bike-friendly communities in Colorado,” says Mike Sibbald, a local Realtor with Elevations Real Estate. “No matter where you live in the city, you can get pretty much anywhere within a 15-minute bike ride. It’s why so many people bike to work.”
South College Heights is a classic Fort Collins neighborhood.
The Spring Creek Trail runs through Spring Park, and is a favorite with bicyclists.
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Mid-century architecture
Brick ranch-style homes and split levels comprise the community’s architectural scene, with most built between the late 1950s and early 1960s. Houses with around 1,500 square feet range from $400,000 to $550,000, while those with recent renovations and over 1,700 square feet sell for $550,000 to $750,000. The residential streets are connected by well-maintained sidewalks and houses sit close together on quarter-acre lots. The market in South College Heights is more competitive than the average Fort Collins neighborhood, with most homes sold within 30 days of being listed.
The curb appeal of this ranch home in South College Heights is off the charts.
Ranch style homes are standard fare in the South College Heights neighborhood.
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Paved walking paths and a member-only pool
The South College Community Association pool is on Tulane Drive. The members-only pool hosts swim lessons and has a community swim team. During the summer, the association has events ranging from movie nights and holiday parties to Saturday morning yoga classes. Spring Park has baseball diamonds, multi-use sports fields and a playground. The 9-mile Spring Creek Trail passes through the park and connects a series of parks from Spring Canyon Park in the southwest to the Riverbend Ponds Natural Area in the northeast. The Gardens on Spring Creek is a mile west along the trail and is home to verdant botanical gardens, a butterfly garden with over 300 different species and an amphitheater that hosts live music.
Spring Park's paved trails make it a popular destination.
South College Heights neighborhood pool is a popular destination during the Summer months.
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South College Avenue eateries
There is a wide variety of local businesses and convenient shopping options within a 1-mile radius of South College Heights. The Moot House serves classic pub fare from stuffed mushrooms to fish and chips with 30 beers on tap. La Creperie and French Bakery is a few doors down and has hand-crafted, authentic French pastries. The Foothills Shopping Mall has over 50 shops and restaurants, with recognizable chains like Chico’s and Athleta. Driving north on College Avenue brings shoppers to Old Town Square, the city’s most active hub for shopping and dining. Whole Foods Market and King Soopers are the closest options for stocking up on groceries.
Moot House in South College Heights is a good spot for a great sandwich.
South College Heights' La Creperie & French Bakery is a neighborhood legend for French food.
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South College Heights public schools
O’Dea Elementary School lies in the center of the neighborhood and earns a B-plus overall grade from Niche. Lesher Middle School also earns a B-plus, with A-minus ratings for its academics and diversity. The A-minus-rated Fort Collins High School has a varied selection of extracurriculars, from banjo club and Knowledge Bowl to welding club and mock trial. Students can earn an associate degree while working toward a high school diploma by taking dual enrollment courses at Front Range Community College.
O'Dea Elementary School of the Poudre School District.
Lesher Middle School keeps a low street profile.
Fort Collins High School has a large modern campus.
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Bus or bike across town
There are 25 different bus routes across the Fort Collins area, with a handful of stops just south of the neighborhood along East Drake Road. South College spans 3 miles north to downtown Fort Collins and 13 miles south to Loveland. Drivers can take Interstate 25 around 60 miles south to downtown Denver or 47 miles north to Cheyenne, Wyoming.
Public transportation makes South College Heights easy to navigate.
South College Heights is a very bike-able neighborhood.
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Parks in this Area
Leisure Park
Horsetooth Reservoir
Beattie Park
Edora Park
Spring Park
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
South College Heights
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in South College Heights, Fort Collins sell after 39 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in South College Heights, Fort Collins over the last 12 months is $588,270, up 5% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Location, location, location! Nestled in the highly sought-after South College Heights neighborhood in Midtown Fort Collins, this fully renovated ranch-style home combines modern luxury with unbeatable convenience. Located just minutes from shopping, Old Town, and CSU, this home offers the perfect blend of comfort and accessibility you'll love. NO HOA, NO Metro Tax! This home includes 4 bedrooms,
Beautifully remodeled home with attention to detail. Welcoming hardwood floors lead to entertainer's kitchen w/ new cabinets, appliances & quartz countertops. New bathrooms w/ linen closet as well as new doors, paint and carpeting throughout, not a surface left untouched! Attached finished garage with adjacent covered deck. Lots of light, dedicated laundry room AND tons of living space, the 5th
Wonderfully remodeled home in desirable South College Heights. All work was permitted. New open concept, new kitchen cabinets, new stainless steel appliances, new windows, new lighting, new A/C unit, new electric panel, new tile, new paint inside and out, new carpet. Very large corner lot with two driveways. No HOA. Seller is a licensed real estate agent in the state of Colorado.
Can be either furnished or unfurnished3 minutes to CSU, one minute to Spring Creek Park and the local community swimming pool, and wonderful grocers like King Soopers and Whole Foods.Return home to relax in your beautiful, clean, modern space. Your sanctuary is perfectly located just minutes(see attached map with distances annotated) away from shopping, restaurants, bike paths,
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,001
Median Age
36
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
17%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$47,777
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$79,971
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
94.2%
College Graduates
51.7%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
38.1%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
77.3%
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®
99/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
70/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
38/ 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.
Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. Our sources include: Accuweather, Public Records and Neustar. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.
