ZIP Code Market Report
80526 — Fort Collins, CO
Data through February 2026 · Updated monthly
Avg Home Value
$529,153
▼ 1.5% year-over-year
Month-over-Month
-0.4%
▼ 0.4%
Single Family
$551,231
Condo / Co-op
$312,854
The average home value in the 80526 ZIP code (Fort Collins, COLORADO) is $529,153 as of February 2026. Home prices are declining, down 1.5% compared to last year.
A 3-bedroom home in 80526 is valued at $513,148. 1-bedroom units start around $212,865. Single-family homes average $551,231, while condos average $312,854.
The market in 80526 has a $295,103 spread between bottom-tier homes at $407,058 and top-tier homes at $702,161. Bottom-tier properties represent the primary opportunity range for real estate investors using the 70% rule, fix-and-flip, or BRRRR strategies.
Looking ahead, Zillow's forecast model projects home values in the 80526 ZIP code will decrease 0.9% over the next 12 months, bringing the projected average to approximately $524,390. This modest projected change should be factored into any investment analysis for properties in this area.
This report is part of the Larimer County market area in COLORADO. For a broader view of the housing market including rent data, market activity, and affordability analysis, see the full Larimer County report.
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Market Snapshot
80526 Housing Market at a Glance
Key metrics for the last 3 months with trend direction.
| Metric | Dec 2025 | Jan 2026 | Feb 2026 | 3-Mo Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg Home Value | $533,142 | $531,185 | $529,153 | ▼ 0.7% |
| Single Family Value | $550,073 | $550,902 | $551,231 | ▲ 0.2% |
Home Values
80526 Home Value Trend
Historical home values for ZIP code 80526. Switch between All Homes, Single Family, Bottom Tier, and Top Tier.
Source: Zillow Research ZHVI / ZORI · Updated monthly
By Bedroom
What Homes Cost in 80526
Median home values by bedroom count in this ZIP code.
| Bedrooms | Median Value |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $212,865 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $354,622 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $513,148 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $590,834 |
Property Types
Home Values by Property Type in 80526
How different property types compare in this ZIP code.
All Homes
$529,153
Single Family
$551,231
Condo / Co-op
$312,854
Bottom Tier
$407,058
Top Tier
$702,161
Forecast
12-Month Home Value Forecast for 80526
Zillow projects home values in 80526 will decrease 0.9% over the next year, reaching approximately $524,390.
Current Value
$529,153
Projected Change
-0.9%
▼ 0.9%
Projected Value
$524,390
Source: Zillow Home Value Forecast (ZHVF). Forecasts are not guarantees.
Data Sources and Methodology
Home value data for ZIP code 80526 comes from the Zillow Home Value Index (ZHVI), updated monthly. ZHVI measures the typical home value using Zillow's automated valuation model, smoothed and seasonally adjusted.
This report was last updated February 2026. Data is refreshed on the 17th of each month.
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