Charming brick farmhouse built circa 1888 with many upgrades. Features include: a new 45-year warranty metal roof (class 4), newer furnace, newer hot water heater, newer windows, new blinds, new lighting, new interior and exterior paint, a completely remodeled kitchen in 2020 including all-new stainless steel kitchen appliances, brand new concrete and flatwork (sidewalk and front porch). Additionally, the bathrooms have been remodeled with period appropriate tile and finishes. Hardwood flooring throughout, three bedrooms, two bathrooms all sited on a 9,500 sf lot, with at least 5 off street parking spots and ample street parking and a detached garage.The zoning is Downtown, which allows a mix of residential or commercial uses AND it is uniquely located in the non-primary Short Term Rental Zone. 506 S Howes is just two blocks from CSU and steps to Downtown, Lucky's Market and the Laurel Street shops.
Accepting backups
$795,000
506 S Howes St, Fort Collins, CO 80521
3beds
1,803sqft
Est.:
Mixed Use
Built in 1888
9,500 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$441/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Brick farmhouseDetached garageNew blindsNew lightingAmple street parkingThree bedroomsTwo bathrooms
- 39 days |
- 1,872 |
- 58 |
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: February 17, 2026 at 03:16am
Listed by:
Emily Heinz 9709889367,
Downtown Real Estate Brokers
Source: IRES,MLS#: 1049720
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Description: Hardwood
- Features: Full Primary Bath
- Level: Main
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 x 11
Bedroom 2
- Description: Hardwood
- Level: Main
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 x 13
Bedroom 3
- Description: Hardwood
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 x 12
Dining room
- Description: Hardwood
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 x 12
Kitchen
- Description: Tile
- Level: Main
- Area: 360 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18 x 20
Laundry
- Description: Tile
- Level: Main
- Area: 30 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5 x 6
Living room
- Description: Hardwood
- Level: Main
- Area: 204 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 17
Heating
- Forced Air
Appliances
- Included: Electric Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
- Laundry: Washer/Dryer Hookup
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen, Separate Dining Room, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Open Floorplan
- Flooring: Wood
- Basement: Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,803
- Total interior livable area: 1,803 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,242
- Finished area below ground: 561
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Oversized
- Garage spaces: 2
- Details: Detached
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Level Lot, Low Carpet, Main Floor Bath, Accessible Bedroom, Main Level Laundry
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Fencing: Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City
Lot
- Size: 9,500 Square Feet
- Features: Level, Historic District, City Limits, Paved, Curbs, Gutters, Sidewalks, Street Light, Alley, Fire Hydrant within 500 Feet
Details
- Additional structures: Storage, Outbuilding
- Parcel number: R0066788
- Zoning: D
- Special conditions: Private Owner
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage,Legal Conforming
- Property subtype: Mixed Use
Materials
- Brick
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1888
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: City of FTC
- Gas: Xcel
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: City
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Available, Electricity Available, Cable Available, Satellite Avail, High Speed Avail
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Windows
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Fire Alarm
- Subdivision: Old Town West Side
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Fort Collins
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $441/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $526,100
- Annual tax amount: $3,819
- Date on market: 1/16/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/8/2026 | Pending sale | $795,000$441/sqft |
Source:  REcolorado #IR1049720 Report a problem | ||
| 1/16/2026 | Listed for sale | $795,000+165%$441/sqft |
Source:  IRES #1049720 Report a problem | ||
| 8/1/2025 | Sold | $300,000-59.4%$166/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 8/25/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: IRES #970859 Report a problem | ||
| 7/13/2022 | Listed for sale | $739,000-4.6%$410/sqft |
Source: IRES #970859 Report a problem | ||
| 6/23/2022 | Listing removed | $775,000$430/sqft |
Source: IRES #967810 Report a problem | ||
| 6/8/2022 | Listed for sale | $775,000$430/sqft |
Source: IRES #967810 Report a problem | ||
| 5/2/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: IRES #962852 Report a problem | ||
| 4/13/2022 | Listed for sale | $775,000+198.1%$430/sqft |
Source: IRES #962852 Report a problem | ||
| 3/24/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 2/25/2020 | Listing removed | $2,100$1/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 12/24/2019 | Listed for rent | $2,100$1/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 5/25/2012 | Sold | $260,000-10%$144/sqft |
Source: IRES #670768 Report a problem | ||
| 1/6/2012 | Listed for sale | $289,000+13.3%$160/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams Realty of Northern Colorado #670768 Report a problem | ||
| 7/19/2006 | Sold | $255,000$141/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,882 +3.9% | $35,249 -1% |
| 2023 | $2,773 -1% | $35,591 +21.2% |
| 2022 | $2,802 +5.7% | $29,364 -2.8% |
| 2021 | $2,650 -0.4% | $30,209 +6.7% |
| 2020 | $2,661 +1.4% | $28,321 -0.7% |
| 2019 | $2,624 | $28,519 -0.9% |
| 2018 | $2,624 | $28,786 |
| 2017 | $2,624 +0.3% | $28,786 +18% |
| 2016 | $2,615 +18.2% | $24,397 0% |
| 2015 | $2,211 +16% | $24,400 +16.7% |
| 2014 | $1,906 | $20,900 |
| 2013 | -- | $20,900 +3% |
| 2012 | -- | $20,300 |
| 2011 | -- | $20,300 -4.2% |
| 2010 | -- | $21,180 |
| 2009 | -- | $21,180 +33.1% |
| 2008 | -- | $15,910 |
| 2007 | -- | $15,910 -1.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $16,160 |
| 2005 | -- | $16,160 +11.8% |
| 2004 | -- | $14,460 +23.7% |
| 2002 | -- | $11,690 |
| 2001 | -- | $11,690 |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$4,265/mo
Principal & interest
$3920
Property taxes
$345
Climate risks
Neighborhood: University North
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Dunn Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 5/10Lincoln Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.9 mi
- 7/10Poudre High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Dunn
- Middle: Lincoln
- High: Poudre
Source: IRES. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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