Come check out this beautiful, spacious home offering over 3,400 finished square feet of comfortable living space! Featuring 4 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, and multiple living areas, there's plenty of room for everyone. The main floor boasts a large living room, an eat-in kitchen, a separate dining room, and a cozy hearth room perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The primary suite is a true retreat with a massive walk-in closet and custom built-ins. Step outside to enjoy the huge, fully fenced backyard complete with a sprinkler system. The home also features a 2-car attached garage, ample additional parking, and a side driveway with room for your RV, boat, trailer, or other toys. Conveniently located in the heart of Fort Collins, this home is just minutes from Colorado State University, vibrant Downtown Fort Collins, and Horsetooth Reservoir. Enjoy easy access to shopping, dining, parks, trails, and everything Northern Colorado has to offer. Additional Features: Central A/C All kitchen and laundry appliances included Pet-friendly fur babies are welcome! Tenants are responsible for all utilities This fantastic home is available now. Don't miss your opportunity to enjoy the space, comfort, and unbeatable location this home has to offer!
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Property details
Interior
Basement Information
Basement Sq. Ft: 896
Basement Finish: Completely Finished
Basement Type: Finished
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: 2
# of 3/4 Baths: 1
# of Bathroom Fixtures: 12
Heating & Cooling
Heating Fuel Type: Gas
Heating Type: Forced Air
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Type: 1 Opening
Has Fireplace
Room Information
# of Rooms: 7
Exterior
Exterior Information
Physical Condition: Average
Foundation Type: Concrete
Construction Type: Wood
Building Construction Quality: Average
Exterior Wall: Frame Siding
Building Type: Single Family
Property Information
Subdivision Name: MAXFIELD
Living Sq. Ft: 3,547
Adjusted Gross Sq. Ft: 3,547
Building Sq. Ft: 4,047
# of Units: 1
# of Stories: 2
Stories Type: 2
Legal Description: "W 1/2 OF TRACT 10, MAXFIELD, FTC; ALSO POR TR 11 WH BEG PT ON E LN SD TR 11 WH BEARS N 0 0' 00"""" E 7.5 FT FR SE COR SD TR 11; TH N 89 28' 00"""" W 11.10 FT; TH N 0 0' 00"""" E 187 FT; N 90 0' 00"""" E 11.10 FT; TH S 0 0' 00"""" W 187 FT TPOB PER 2000083651; LESS S 7.5"
Parking & Garage Information
Parking Type: Attached Garage
Garage/Parking Sq. Ft: 500
Garage / Carport Type: Attached
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 22,723
Legal Lot Number: 10
Municipality Name: FORT COLLINS
Acres: 0.5216
Zoning Code: LMN
County Use Description: RESID-IMPROVED
Utility Information
Sewer Type: Public
Water Service Type: Public
Financial
Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2025
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,547
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.52 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1948
Year Renovated: 1948
County: Larimer County
APN: R0087840
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 12, 2026
Sale and tax history for 1226 W Prospect Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
RENTEC #1
Aug 18, 2026
Rental Removed
$4,250
$1/sq ft
Aug 6, 2026
Price Changed
$4,250
$1/sq ft
Aug 4, 2026
Listed for Rent
$4,500
$1/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 4, 2026
Sold
$1,870,000
$527/sq ft
IRES as Distributed by MLS Grid #815743
May 12, 2017
Sold
$606,000
$171/sq ft
Apr 10, 2017
Contingent
—
Apr 4, 2017
Listed
$600,000
$169/sq ft
+35
Public Remarks
Looking for country living in the city? This well-loved farmhouse is nestled near CSU, Spring Creek Trail, Rolland Moore Park, & Old Town. Built on an historic apple orchard, you must see this unique property to appreciate the sanctuary-not only the house w/oversized garage & lots of room, but the property itself feels magical as you walk end to end. Don't miss the outbuildings at back of property-perfect for your gardening, hobbies & toys. Views are abundant on both sides of the home & grounds
REColorado as Distributed by MLS Grid #9900733
Apr 4, 2017
Listed
$600,000
$169/sq ft
IRES as Distributed by MLS Grid #357726
Mar 26, 2003
Sold
$282,000
$80/sq ft
Nov 29, 2002
Listed
$289,900
$82/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 1, 1990
Sold
$110,000
$31/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,073 (+12.1%)
$3,438 + $37,438
$40,876
2024
$3,632 (+5.1%)
$3,438 + $37,438
$40,876
2023
$3,456 (+1.6%)
$3,685 + $37,855
$41,540
2022
$3,401 (−1.0%)
$3,685 + $37,855
$41,540
2021
$3,437 (+2.8%)
$3,823 + $32,199
$36,022
2020
$3,345 (−0.4%)
$3,933 + $33,126
$37,059
2019
$3,359 (+12.6%)
$3,933 + $31,818
$35,751
2018
$2,982 (+0.3%)
$3,933 + $31,818
$35,751
2017
$2,972 (+23.1%)
$3,960 + $28,764
$32,724
2016
$2,415 (+14.9%)
$3,960 + $28,764
$32,724
2014
$2,102 (−0.1%)
$4,380 + $18,670
$23,050
2013
$2,105 (+4.5%)
$4,380 + $18,670
$23,050
2012
$2,015 (+2.8%)
$4,380 + $17,210
$21,590
2011
$1,960 (−0.1%)
$4,380 + $17,210
$21,590
2010
$1,962 (+3.6%)
$4,380 + $17,210
$21,590
2009
$1,894
$4,220 + $17,670
$21,890
Around this home
Schools
Places
Transit
9/10
Bennett Elementary School
Public, PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.1mi
6/10
Blevins Middle School
Public, 6-8 • Assigned • 1.1mi
7/10
Rocky Mountain High School
Public, 9-12 • Assigned • 1.4mi
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About
Prospect-Shields
Prospect-Shields, located between College Avenue and Shields Street, is a residential and campus-adjacent Fort Collins neighborhood with mature tree-lined blocks and a steady bike-and-bus rhythm. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the College Ave & Prospect Rd crossroads, where patios, late-night bites, and storefronts track the CSU pulse. Architectural cues lean mid-century ranches and tidy postwar cottages, with pockets of newer infill near major corridors. Spring Creek Trail and nearby greenbelts shape daily routes for walking and cycling. Community pillars include The Lyric, The Emporium: An American Brasserie, and Mugs Old Town.
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Public facts and zoning for 1226 W Prospect Rd
Beds
4
Baths
3
Sq. Ft.
3,547
Stories
2
Lot Size
0.52 Acres
Style
Single Family Residential
Year Built
1948
Year Renovated
1948
County
Larimer County
APN
R0087840
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 12, 2026.
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