Retro charm meets creative potential at 2308 Purdue Road in South College Heights. This character-filled home offers hardwood floors, custom trim, built-ins, bay windows, an inviting breakfast nook, updated windows and lighting, and an updated main floor bath. Downstairs, the vintage-inspired recreation room-with a wood-burning fireplace-creates a memorable space for movie nights, game days, or casual gatherings.Outside, fresh exterior paint and a new roof installed in 2025 add valuable updates, while xeriscaping, established garden beds, fabulous flagstone walkways, and a welcoming patio give the property distinctive outdoor appeal. For garden enthusiasts, the groundwork is already in place to create a flourishing outdoor retreat, complete with an existing water feature ready to be revived. The basement bathroom was also updated and refreshed in September 2026.The Midtown Fort Collins location puts everyday conveniences and outdoor recreation within easy reach. Walk or bike to nearby restaurants, shopping, and Spring Creek Park and Trail, or hop on your bike to explore downtown's dining, shops, and local events. Convenient access to I-25 makes it easy to connect with the rest of Northern Colorado and beyond.With its appealing architectural details, established setting, and room to bring your own ideas to life, this is a home where a little vision can go a long way.
Single-familyProperty Type
1960Year Built
7,727 sq ftLot Size
$292Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Patrick Gaebler• RE/MAX Alliance-FTC Dwtn
South College Heights, located between College Avenue and South Shields Street, is a mid-century and ranch-style Fort Collins neighborhood with mature tree canopies and a low-key, residential street grid. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the College Avenue corridor near Troutman Parkway, where patios, local counters, and everyday errands create a steady hum. Longtime pillars include The Emporium Sports Bar & Grill, The Lyric, and Odell Brewing Company for nights that feel distinctly Fort Collins. Brick ranches and tidy yards set a grounded architectural rhythm, while nearby greenbelts and parks shape daily routines. Bike lanes and bus stops along major arterials connect to campus energy without changing the calm interior blocks.
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Market insights
2308 Purdue Rd · $600,000
DAYS ON MARKET
1 days
The average home goes pending in 57 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
98.6%
Most homes are selling 1% below list price.
LIST PRICE
$600,000
Median sale price in this area is $596,045. (1% lower than this home)
PRICE DROP
0 price drops
22% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Eat-in kitchen
Fire alarm
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bathrooms
1 full bathroom
1 three-quarter bathroom (basement)
Kitchen
Electric range
Dishwasher
Refrigerator
Microwave
Garbage disposal
Laundry & utility
Washer
Dryer
Flooring
Wood flooring
Heating & cooling
Forced air heating with two or more heat sources
Central air conditioning
Ceiling fans
Exterior features
Patio
Storage structure
Fenced yard with wood fencing
Evergreen and deciduous trees
Level lot
Xeriscape landscaping
Paved surfaces with curbs, gutters, and sidewalks
Home design
Single-family residence
One level
House faces west
Not new construction (previously owned)
Parking
Attached garage (1 car)
Construction
Frame and brick construction
Composition (shingle) roof
Full basement, partially finished
Utilities
Public water (meter installed)
Public sewer
Natural gas available (Xcel)
Electricity available
Trash service: City of Ft Collins / Republic
Cable, satellite, and high-speed internet available
No water rights
HOA & community
No association fees
Other
Minimal flood or C rating
Zoned RL
Possible use: Single family
Above-grade finished area approximately 1,026
Electricity and solar
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Phenomenal updated home in South College Heights. Charming finishes throughout: wood floors, custom trim, updated baths, built-ins, thermal Champion windows, pocket doors and so much more! Lounge in the retro rec room, nest in the master bedroom. Don't miss the yard boasting the largest verified crabapple tree in the state of Colorado, functioning backyard railroad, water feature and xeriscaping.
REColorado as Distributed by MLS Grid #4267470
Oct 1, 2015
Listed
$350,000
$171/sq ft
IRES as Distributed by MLS Grid #424563
Feb 11, 2005
Sold
$189,900
$93/sq ft
Aug 19, 2004
Listed
$189,900
$93/sq ft
Public Records
May 31, 2002
Sold
$173,000
$84/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,374 (+7.6%)
$2,500 + $31,363
$33,863
2024
$3,135 (+5.1%)
$2,500 + $31,363
$33,863
2023
$2,983 (+13.3%)
$2,680 + $33,681
$36,361
2022
$2,633 (−1.0%)
$2,680 + $33,681
$36,361
2021
$2,661 (+4.3%)
$2,780 + $25,103
$27,883
2020
$2,551 (−0.4%)
$2,860 + $25,826
$28,686
2019
$2,562 (+23.7%)
$2,860 + $24,403
$27,263
2018
$2,071 (+0.3%)
$2,860 + $24,403
$27,263
2017
$2,064 (+10.2%)
$2,880 + $19,843
$22,723
2016
$1,873 (+20.5%)
$2,880 + $19,843
$22,723
2014
$1,554 (−0.1%)
$3,180 + $13,860
$17,040
2013
$1,556 (+1.1%)
$3,180 + $13,860
$17,040
2012
$1,540 (+2.8%)
$3,180 + $13,320
$16,500
2011
$1,498 (+8.3%)
$3,180 + $13,320
$16,500
2010
$1,383 (+3.6%)
$3,180 + $13,320
$16,500
2009
$1,335
$4,060 + $11,370
$15,430
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
7,727 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1960
Finished Sq. Ft.
2,052
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
2,052
Year built
1960
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Larimer County
APN
R0115550
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 30, 2026.
RL
Low Density Residential District
The Low Density Residential District designation is intended predominantly for single-unit dwellings, complementary accessory uses, and supportive neighborhood uses located throughout the City
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Community / recreation center
Day care facility
Educational/school
Aug 21, 2025 • Final
Residential roofing
Remove existing shingles and install a new roof using impact-resistant asphalt shingles. Install required attic ventilation and ice and water shield according to high-wind specifications.
Roofing
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 91° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
6/10 Air Factor
13 unhealthy days expected this year, 13 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Fort Collins, CO • 80525
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.4 hours in
June and 5.8 hours in December, placing it above the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Redfin Estimate for 2308 Purdue Rd
$600,813
$813 over list price of $600K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $560K to $685K.