Great low-maintenance ranch in central Fort Collins! Wonderful location with close proximity to shopping, grocery stores, parks, restaurants, and more. This turnkey home is move-in ready with brand-new interior and exterior paint, new carpet, updated fixtures, and more. The comfortable, open layout is flooded with natural light. Fantastic property to call home or an excellent option for CSU students. See the virtual tour link for additional photos, drone shots, 3D Matterport tour, floor plans, and more. Easy to show and sell!
Est. $2,124 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 521 W Drake Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
IRES as Distributed by MLS Grid #1058044
Jun 18, 2026
Sold
$427,500
$361/sq ft
May 18, 2026
Contingent
—
Apr 29, 2026
Listed
$420,000
$355/sq ft
APPFOLIO #1
Feb 23, 2026
Rental Removed
$2,300
$2/sq ft
Feb 16, 2026
Listed for Rent
$2,300
$2/sq ft
Mar 31, 2025
Rental Removed
$2,200
$2/sq ft
Feb 13, 2025
Listed for Rent
$2,200
$2/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 5, 2013
Sold
$178,500
$151/sq ft
IRES as Distributed by MLS Grid #711985
Sep 8, 2013
Pending
—
Aug 29, 2013
Sold
$178,500
$151/sq ft
Jul 4, 2013
Contingent
—
Jun 28, 2013
Price Changed
$185,400
$157/sq ft
Jun 22, 2013
Listed
$193,700
$164/sq ft
Public Remarks
Great Rental Property that will cash flow immediately. Available now. This house has been completely re-furbished with all new everything except a furnace and the fence. Brand new kitchen, Roof, Paint inside and out, toilets, vanity, carpet, flooring, fixtures,water heater, etc. Great investment property. Close to new light rail line on McClelland. Located on SE Corner of Meadowlark and Drake. The seller is a broker. call or email for showing.
Public Records
Dec 1, 2000
Sold
$105,000
$89/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,643 (+12.6%)
$2,500 + $24,025
$26,525
2024
$2,348 (+5.1%)
$2,500 + $24,025
$26,525
2023
$2,234 (+12.6%)
$2,680 + $25,473
$28,153
2022
$1,983 (−1.0%)
$2,680 + $25,473
$28,153
2021
$2,004 (+11.4%)
$2,780 + $18,223
$21,003
2020
$1,799 (−0.4%)
$2,860 + $18,747
$21,607
2019
$1,807 (+7.2%)
$2,860 + $16,366
$19,226
2018
$1,685 (+0.3%)
$2,860 + $16,366
$19,226
2017
$1,679 (+16.5%)
$2,880 + $15,610
$18,490
2016
$1,442 (+26.9%)
$2,880 + $15,610
$18,490
2014
$1,136 (−0.1%)
$3,180 + $9,280
$12,460
2013
$1,138 (−7.3%)
$3,180 + $9,280
$12,460
2012
$1,227 (+2.8%)
$3,180 + $9,970
$13,150
2011
$1,194 (+3.2%)
$3,180 + $9,970
$13,150
2010
$1,157 (+3.6%)
$3,180 + $9,970
$13,150
2009
$1,117
$4,380 + $8,530
$12,910
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
1.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
8,830 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1967
Sq. Ft.
1,211
Year built
1967
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Larimer County
APN
R0131725
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 9, 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
Jun 7, 2013 • Final
Residential roofing
Tear off existing shingles to the decking and install new shingles. Provide required attic ventilation and install shingles per manufacturer's 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.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Garage Type: Attached
Garage Sq. Ft.: 264
Parking Features: Attached
Garage Spaces: 1
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
All Bedrooms Conform: 1
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 1
# of Half Baths (Total): 1
# of Full Baths (Main): 1
# of Half Baths (Main): 1
Study Information
Has Study: 0
Family Room Information
Has Family Room: 0
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Forced Air
Interior Features
Appliances: Electric Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Frame
Roof: Composition
Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced
Property Information
Levels: One
Has Improvements: No
Sq. Ft. Main Floor: 1184
New Construction Status: Not New, Previously Owned
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,184
Zoning: RL
Land Information
Possible Use: Single Family
Lot Information
Flood Plain: Minimal Flood or C Rating
Lot Features: Corner Lot
Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $2,643
Tax Year: 2025
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: City
Has Water Rights: No
Is Water Meter Installed: Yes
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Natural Gas Available, Electricity Available
Gas: Xcel
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Beattie
Middle Or Junior High School: Blevins
High School: Rocky Mountain
High School District: Poudre
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,211
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 8,830 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1967
Year Renovated: 1967
County: Larimer County
APN: R0131725
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 9, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Beattie Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
6/10
Blevins Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.7mi
6/10
Rocky Mountain High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.8mi
7/10
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