1539 Peterson St, Fort Collins, CO, 80524
About This Home
Midcentury Gem This charming mid-century beauty in the Historic Original Fort Collins High School / Performing Arts Center features three large bedrooms on the main floor, a grand main floor living room and separate dining room, plus one large living room in the basement or could be used as two basement bedrooms, offering 3358 total square feet and 3,6 a large lot with a circular driveway, alley access, and on-street parking. Features include: refinished wood flooring throughout and new wood floors in the kitchen, new carpeting, new lighting and ceiling fans, new primary bath lighting and mirror, new vanity, toilet, lighting, and fixtures in the hall bath, new exterior lights, new interior paint, freshly painted 2-car garage and exterior doors, and new landscaping. The large windows and period details like original built-ins and some original midcentury light fixtures make for a perfect combo of updated living while preserving that midcentury charm. The corner lot is just steps to Whole Foods, the CSU Demonstration Gardens, Spring Park, and the Spring Creek Trail, making this a true gem!
Getting Around
Very Walkable
Some Transit
Biker's ParadiseSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1949
Materials
- Roof: Composition
- Construction materials: Frame,Vinyl Siding,Wood Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Electric Range,Refrigerator,Washer,Dryer,Disposal
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Full
Bedroom2
- Level: Main
- Area: 180
- Dimensions: 12 x 15
Bedroom3
- Level: Main
- Area: 169
- Dimensions: 13 x 13
Bedroom4
- Level: Basement
- Area: 168
- Dimensions: 12 x 14
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
Dining Room
- Level: Main
- Area: 144
- Dimensions: 12 x 12
Family Room
- Level: Basement
- Area: 280
- Dimensions: 14 x 20
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen,Separate Dining Room,Open Floorplan,Pantry
- Flooring: Wood
- Finished area below ground: 1,364
- Finished area above ground: 1,994
Heating
- Heating features: Forced Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 3,358
- Total interior livable area: 3,358 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 207
- Dimensions: 9 x 23
Laundry
- Level: Basement
- Area: 55
- Dimensions: 5 x 11
Living Room
- Level: Main
- Area: 390
- Dimensions: 15 x 26
Primary Bedroom
- Features: Full Primary Bath
- Level: Main
- Area: 196
- Dimensions: 14 x 14
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Main Floor Bath,Accessible Bedroom
Details
- Parcel number: R0061590
- Zoning: RL
- Special condition: Private Owner
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City
Lot
- Lot size: 9,690 sqft
- Features: Paved,Curbs,Gutters,Sidewalks,Street Light,Alley
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 2
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Lightning
- Winter Weather
- Cold Wave
- Hail
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Colorado Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $3,413 | $40,956 |
| Home Insurance * | $298 | $3,576 |
| Property Taxes | $292 | $3,504 |
| Electricity | $253 | $3,041 |
| Total | $4,256 | $51,072 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Colorado FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-06 | Price change | $675,000 |
| 2026-01-20 | Price change | $699,000 |
| 2025-10-28 | Price change | $710,000 |
| 2025-10-16 | Listed for sale | $725,000 |
| 2025-10-15 | Listing removed | $725,000 |
| 2025-07-12 | Listed for sale | $725,000 |
| 2024-10-16 | Listing removed | $685,000 |
| 2024-06-20 | Price change | $685,000 |
| 2024-05-29 | Listed for sale | $700,000 |
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