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Section 8 rent in Fort Collins, CO

FY2025 HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents for the Fort Collins, CO MSA, covering 31 ZIP codes.

$1,742Avg 2BR FMR / mo
$1,916Avg 2BR at 110% Standard
31ZIP Codes

Fair market rent by bedroom count

Base SAFMR across all ZIP codes in this market. Housing authorities may set payment standards between 90% and 110% of these rates.

BedroomsLowest ZIPAverageHighest ZIPAvg 110% Standard
Studio$1,210$1,418$2,090$1,560
1 Bedroom$1,220$1,460$2,100$1,606
2 Bedrooms$1,490$1,742$2,480$1,916
3 Bedrooms$2,090$2,422$3,470$2,664
4 Bedrooms$2,300$2,638$3,700$2,902

Small multifamily Section 8 income

Estimated gross monthly and annual rent for 2-to-4 unit properties, assuming every unit is rented to Section 8 at this market's average fair market rent. Small multifamily is a favorite for long-term buy-and-hold investors stacking stable voucher income across multiple doors.

Property TypeUnit MixGross Monthly RentGross Annual Rent
Duplex2 × 2BR$3,484$41,808
Triplex3 × 2BR$5,226$62,712
Fourplex4 × 2BR$6,968$83,616
Fourplex4 × 3BR$9,688$116,256

Gross scheduled rent before vacancy, maintenance and management. Run any Colorado multifamily listing through RealG to model it against real operating costs, or try the rental property calculator.

Highest-paying ZIP codes

Top 15 of 31 ZIP codes in this market, ranked by 2-bedroom SAFMR.

ZIP Code1BR2BR3BR4BR
80549 $2,100 $2,480 $3,470 $3,700
80540 $1,720 $2,060 $2,770 $3,090
80504 $1,650 $2,040 $2,760 $3,160
80503 $1,680 $2,030 $2,670 $3,060
80528 $1,730 $2,030 $2,840 $3,030
80510 $1,650 $2,000 $2,610 $3,060
80513 $1,650 $2,000 $2,740 $3,060
80525 $1,550 $1,820 $2,550 $2,710
80534 $1,450 $1,810 $2,540 $2,850
80550 $1,440 $1,800 $2,530 $2,860
80536 $1,480 $1,740 $2,440 $2,610
80538 $1,470 $1,730 $2,420 $2,580
80612 $1,400 $1,710 $2,400 $2,680
80511 $1,450 $1,700 $2,380 $2,530
80522 $1,450 $1,700 $2,380 $2,530

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Frequently asked questions

How much does Section 8 pay for a 2-bedroom in Fort Collins, CO?
For FY2025, the average 2-bedroom Small Area Fair Market Rent in the Fort Collins, CO MSA is $1,742 per month, ranging from $1,490 to $2,480 depending on ZIP code. Local housing authorities may set payment standards between 90% and 110% of these rates, so the average 2-bedroom payment standard can reach $1,916.
What is a Small Area Fair Market Rent (SAFMR)?
SAFMRs are fair market rents that HUD publishes at the ZIP code level instead of one rate for a whole metro area. They reflect what modest rental housing actually costs in each ZIP, which means higher payment standards in more expensive neighborhoods. Housing choice voucher payments in this market are based on these rates.
Why do rents vary so much between ZIP codes here?
In Fort Collins, CO, 2-bedroom SAFMRs run from $1,490 to $2,480 per month. HUD sets each ZIP's rate from local rent data, so neighborhoods with stronger rental markets get higher voucher payment standards. For investors, the spread matters: the same house price can produce very different Section 8 rents a few ZIP codes apart.
How do I find Section 8 investment properties in Colorado?
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