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If you’re an active, independent older adult looking for senior housing in Fort Collins, senior citizen apartments in Fort Collins might be the right fit. Apartments for seniors typically don’t include personal care services, but may offer amenities, activities, and maintenance for a stress-free, social lifestyle.
A Place for Mom can help older adults navigate how to apply for senior housing in Fort Collins and consider their options. With 8 senior rentals in Fort Collins, CO, we can help you find the right apartment for your budget and lifestyle. Whether you’re looking for upscale Fort Collins 55-plus apartments or low-income senior apartments for rent in Fort Collins, A Place for Mom can simplify your search.
We are also serving Senior Apartments facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Old Town Fort Collins and Downtown Fort Collins.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Loveland, Windsor or Drakes.
Types of care available in Fort Collins, CO
Senior Apartments
The place I moved from in Aurora was a similar facility--lower cost, more services and very friendly! I was very involved over the year I lived there. Since I have only been here a couple of months I may be expecting too much; but I am trying the make an effort to get involved and meet people. I know it will come
We have been positively touched by the personal care and attention our mom has received at Brookdale Longmont. The staff were very open to suggestions and exuded warmth and hospitality. I whole-heartedly recommend them because they took the time to care and enabled the process to be as easy as possible.
My brother-in-law, [name removed]. is a resident here and he is very happy with the entire staff, the attention he gets, and the excellent food! I visit him frequently and the staff is friendly and communicative, easy to work with and extremely knowledgeable in senior care!
1002 Rule Drive, Fort Collins, CO 80525
The floor staff is always friendly. they do seem to turn over on a regular basis. the administrative staff has turned over multiple times since my parents have been there. we have mainly had communication...
Live in a community where you never stop growing.Volunteering. Family. Hobbies. When you turned 70, did your passions fade? We didn’t think so. If anything, age strengthens those interests. But as you get older, you sometimes need a little help. Here at our assisted living community, you can...
4201 Corbett Drive, Fort Collins, CO 80525
The staff is accommodating but not overly friendly with residents. Perhaps that is on purpose, I don't know. The facility really needs a public restroom on the floor where all the activities take place....
At Affinity at Fort Collins we’ve created a new kind of 55+ lifestyle community for people who are ambitious about the years ahead and aren’t willing to compromise their freedom.Rents start at $1,474, which includes everything: utilities, WiFi, expanded television services, swimming pool, hot...
3415 N. Lincoln Avenue, Loveland, CO 80538
It was easy to move in, and a good location. I know my mother-in-law is enjoying the exercise classes she is taking, and she has made some new friends. The reason for the "3" rating on value for the money...
At Affinity at Loveland we’ve created a new kind of 55+ lifestyle community for people who are ambitious about the years ahead and aren’t willing to compromise their freedom.Rent includes everything: utilities, WiFi, expanded television services, swimming pool, hot tub, community garden, dog...
3200 Stanford, Fort Collins, CO 80525
Oakbrook I ManorOakbrook I Manor is a senior housing ideal for 55 and older, and it is situated in a magnificent city of Fort Collins, Larimer County, Colorado State. Our appealing community is located in an accommodating and exciting environment that is peaceful and friendly. This historical...
416 E Horsetooth Rd, Fort Collins, CO 80525
416 E Horsetooth Rd, Fort Collins, CO 80525
4895 Lurcern Avenue, Loveland, CO 80538
4895 Lurcern Avenue, Loveland, CO 80538
The average cost of senior living in Fort Collins is 3,051 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Kersey, CO with an average of 1,472 per month.
Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.
In Fort Collins, Colorado, seniors have access to local offices and organizations that may help them obtain financial assistance for senior care, including:
In Fort Collins, Colorado, seniors have access to local offices and organizations that may help them obtain financial assistance for senior care, including:
Fort Collins, Colorado, is a car-dependent city. Seniors can expect to need a car or rely on public transportation for most errands. Transit options in Fort Collins include the bus system and trolly services. Fort Collins has robust biking infrastructure, and is not very walkable.
Fort Collins offers several health care providers for seniors wanting to be proactive about their health or for seniors seeking treatment for chronic conditions. The area has several hospitals, including UCHealth Poudre Valley Hospital.
Fort Collins, Colorado, is known as the craft beer capital of Colorado. With more than 21 breweries, there’s always something new to try. West of the city, trails criss-cross Horsetooth Mountain Open Space, known for the peak's distinctive Horsetooth Rock formation and falls. Seniors can benefit from many discounts at shopping, restaurants, and some special events.
Senior apartments offer a no-frills housing option for active and independent seniors. Units are often designed with senior-friendly features for accessibility, such as elevators and wide doorways. In general, senior apartments don’t provide health care services or daily assistance. Many senior apartments include:
Lying at the edge of the Front Range, Fort Collins offers residents unmatched mountain views and immediate access to the countless adventures awaiting within the Rockies. Nearby spots like Horsetooth Mountain and Lory State Park are just the beginning. The city’s historic, walkable downtown district is home to a wide variety of local businesses that contribute to Fort Collins’s sense of community and independence — and with Denver only an hour south, big-city attractions are always close by.
In Fort Collins, senior apartments are communities geared exclusively toward residents 55+ and provide amenities similar to a typical apartment complex. These communities offer older adults an easier lifestyle by taking care of tasks such as yard work and household repairs, but they typically provide limited organized social events and few additional services compared to those offered by independent or assisted living communities.
The median monthly cost of a senior apartment in 2019 was around $1,600 in the state of Colorado.
The total household expenses associated with living in Fort Collins are rated 12 points below the national average. Grocery and other essential costs are also rate below the average, indicating that Fort Collins is relatively affordable.
Index Scores
All index scores are based on a scale that has the national average set at 100. A score of 200 indicates that the cost is twice as expensive as the national average, while a score of 50 indicates that the cost is half as expensive.
| Household Expenses | Health Care | Insurance | Entertainment | Groceries | Clothing |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 88 | 88 | 85 | 86 | 94 | 88 |
Income and Housing
| Median Income Age 45-64 | Median Income Age 65+ | Median Household Income | Average Individual Income | Median Employee Salary | Average Property Tax | One-bedroom Apartment Gross Rent Estimate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $85,055 per year | $51,900 per year | $60,474 per year | $33,000 per year | $44,460 per year | $2,578 per year | $817 per month |
The top hospitals that service Fort Collins include:
Banner Fort Collins Medical Center
Fort Collins’s climate is classified as semi-arid, meaning the city experiences four distinct seasons with mild to hot summers and cold winters with moderate snowfall. The average humidity level is 53%, and humidity levels are often highest during December at about 60%.
Seasonal Temperatures
| January Average | January Maximum | January Minimum |
|---|---|---|
| 27°F | 42°F | 15°F |
| July Average | July Maximum | July Minimum |
|---|---|---|
| 71°F | 86°F | 57°F |
Air Quality
This index is based on a scale that has the national average set at 100. A score of 200 indicates twice the presence of air pollutants than the national average, while a score of 50 indicates half the presence.
Precipitation
Population Statistics
| Median Age | Percent of Population Over 65 | Population | Population Density | Average Household Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33 | 10.3% | 161,197 | 2,904 per square mile | 2.4 |
Race & Ethnicity
| American Indian or Alaskan Native | Asian | Black | Hispanic or Latino | Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | Two or More Races | White (not Hispanic or Latino) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.9% | 3.4% | 1.6% | 12.1% | 0.1% | 3.5% | 80.0% |
These figures were taken from the most recent U.S. Census.
LGBTQ+ Inclusivity
These scores were taken from the 2019 Human Rights Campaign’s Municipal Equality Index.
2016 Presidential Election Results for Larimer County
| Democratic | Republican | Other |
|---|---|---|
| 47.5% | 42.6% | 9.6% |
Some of the most popular museums and historic sites in Fort Collins include:
Outdoor attractions in Fort Collins:
Fort Collins’s top entertainment destinations and shopping districts are:
Transportation
Transfort offers bus transportation services to Fort Collins residents and offers senior discounts. For cyclists, biking is a viable option for city-wide transportation with widened bike lanes and relatively flat terrain within Fort Collins. Taxis and rideshare services, like Uber and Lyft, are also available in Fort Collins.
Affinity at Fort Collins, Affinity at Loveland and Affinity at Lafayette are the top-rated senior apartments near Fort Collins, Colorado. See full list of communities.
There are 8 senior apartments near Fort Collins, Colorado. See the full list.
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