Welcome to Fort Collins Community

The Fort Collins community isn’t just a place to live — it’s a place to belong. The community here has a character all its own: outdoorsy but intellectual, laid-back but deeply engaged, and genuinely proud of what makes Northern Colorado special. It all starts with our guide to moving to Fort Collins, Colorado.

What Makes the Fort Collins Community Special

The city’s population of approximately 170,000 residents is a rich mix of longtime locals, Colorado State University graduates who never left, transplants from Denver and beyond, and families who came for the mountains and stayed for the people. What ties everyone together is a shared love of this place and an active investment in making it better.

Community life in Fort Collins is woven through its neighborhoods, its local events, its farmers markets, its volunteer organizations, and its small businesses. The Old Town district serves as the social heart of the city: a walkable, historic downtown filled with locally owned restaurants, breweries, boutiques, and gathering spaces that feel nothing like a mall or a chain strip.

Civic Engagement and Local Events

Fort Collins also punches above its weight in civic engagement. Residents vote in high numbers, support local schools passionately, and show up for their neighbors. Whether it’s the weekly Bohemian Nights music event, the annual Colorado Brewers’ Festival, or simply a Saturday morning at the Fort Collins Farmers Market, there’s always somewhere to connect.

For those relocating to the area, The Levi Group is here to help you find not just a house, but a neighborhood where you’ll actually thrive. We believe the right community is just as important as the right square footage, and we take both seriously. Getting to know the community is a big part of planning your move to Fort Collins.

Fort Collins at a Glance

• Fort Collins, Colorado has a population of approximately 170,000 residents as of 2024.
• Old Town Fort Collins is a nationally recognized historic downtown district and serves as the cultural and social center of the city.
• The Fort Collins Farmers Market operates weekly from May through October in the Old Town district.
• Colorado Brewers’ Festival, held annually in Fort Collins, is one of the largest craft beer festivals in the Rocky Mountain region.