The map shows where residents in Prospect-Shields and surrounding areas believe are the best places to live. Top areas are in dark green, with less-desired areas in red.
The map shows where residents in Prospect-Shields and surrounding areas believe are the best places to live. Top areas are in dark green, with less-desired areas in red.

The most desired areas tend to be in the southeast parts of the neighborhood, while more affordable homes are in the southwest regions.
Median house prices in Prospect-Shields, Fort Collins, CO are $476,531, meaning Prospect-Shields homes are more expensive than the US median of $393,134. We also analyzed a significant sample of neighborhoods with similar populations and found homes in Prospect-Shields cost less.
Comparing within Fort Collins, Prospect-Shields home prices are less expensive than the city's average of $543,765. These are the best neighborhoods as judged by the market: the places people most want to live. While these areas tend to have lower crime rates and higher quality of life, it is primarily a map of the best areas by median home value in Prospect-Shields, Fort Collins, CO.
In regards to housing disparity, the quality of neighborhood within Prospect-Shields varies very little.
Schools are a key consideration for many movers. Using SchoolGrade data, Schools in Prospect-Shields, Fort Collins, CO average a SchoolGrade of A- with 56% actual proficiency vs 45% projected. Overall, schools in Prospect-Shields, Fort Collins, CO greatly exceed expectations.
Another important factor that contributes to the quality of life in any neighborhood is the availability and speed of internet services. A high-speed internet connection can significantly enhance day-to-day experiences, from working at home to streaming entertainment or even viewing interactive maps like these. For those interested in high speed internet in Prospect-Shields, a visit to ispreports.org provides a comprehensive look at available internet providers.
Data Sources: U.S. Census, proprietary data mapping and analysis
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Updated 2023 using the most recent data available (2021)