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$1,609,217$341 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 93How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $726,000 on Aug 17, 2015

5431 FOSSIL CREEK DR

FORT COLLINS, CO 80526
5
Beds
6.3
Baths
4,725 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
1.59 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1950
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
10
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$1.6M
$1.5M low$1.7M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$726,000 · Aug 17, 2015

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,043 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$86,163 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$17,188
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$68,975
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,378,600

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.41
73
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
55
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
79
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.50 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Bi-Level
CountyLARIMER
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1996
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.59
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Baseboard
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 24 ft²Patio · 466 ft²Porch · 507 ft²

Transaction History(4)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
McGraw Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.7 mi
M
Webber Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.6 mi
H
Rocky Mountain High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.6 mi

District: Poudre School District R-1

Neighborhood · ZIP 80526These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.91
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.98
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.45

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.35%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.14%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.48,608
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,210 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$86,442
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$101,131
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.17 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.69%

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How this home compares

5431 Fossil Creek Dr measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Fort Collins 80526
  • Among the largest homes in Fort Collins 80526
  • Has a bigger lot than 96% of homes in Fort Collins 80526
  • Among the oldest homes in Fort Collins 80526

What homes are worth in Fort Collins 80526

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$249K$1.2M

This home is worth more than almost all homes in Fort Collins 80526.

How it measures up in Fort Collins 80526

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Fort Collins 80526.

Estimated value$1,609,217
CheaperTypical $547,261Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$341
CheaperTypical $332Pricier

Pricier than 56% of homes nearby

Living area4,725 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,678 ft²Bigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Lot size1.59 ac
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 96% of homes nearby

Year built1950
OlderTypical 1986Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 5431 Fossil Creek Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFort Collins 80526Larimer County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,609,217almost all homesalmost all homes
Price per ft²pricier than$34156% of homes53% of homes
Living areabigger than4,725 ft²almost all homes98% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.59 ac96% of homes88% of homes
Year builtnewer than1950almost no homes8% of homes

About 5431 Fossil Creek Dr

How much is 5431 Fossil Creek Dr, Fort Collins, CO worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5431 Fossil Creek Dr, Fort Collins, CO is $1,609,217 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $1,499,997 to $1,718,437. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5431 Fossil Creek Dr, Fort Collins, CO last sell?

5431 Fossil Creek Dr, Fort Collins, CO last sold on Aug 17, 2015 for $726,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5431 Fossil Creek Dr, Fort Collins, CO?

5431 Fossil Creek Dr, Fort Collins, CO has 5 bedrooms, 6.3 bathrooms, 4,725 square feet of living space and a 1.59-acre lot.

When was 5431 Fossil Creek Dr, Fort Collins, CO built?

5431 Fossil Creek Dr, Fort Collins, CO was built in 1950, making it 76 years old. It is a bi-level home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5431 Fossil Creek Dr, Fort Collins, CO?

5431 Fossil Creek Dr, Fort Collins, CO is assigned to McGraw Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Webber Middle School (middle), rated A; Rocky Mountain High School (high), rated B. All sit in Poudre School District R-1. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5431 Fossil Creek Dr, Fort Collins, CO compare to other homes in Fort Collins 80526?

Among the 14,867 homes in Fort Collins 80526, it is worth more than almost all of them ($1,609,217 against a typical $547,261), its price per square foot is higher than 56% of them ($341 against a typical $332), it is bigger than almost all of them (4,725 ft² against a typical 1,678 ft²), its lot is bigger than 96% of them (1.59 ac against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1950 against a typical 1986). Measured against all of Larimer County, it is worth more than almost all homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 5431 Fossil Creek Dr, Fort Collins, CO?

The 2024 property tax bill for 5431 Fossil Creek Dr, Fort Collins, CO was $9,043. The county assessed it at $86,163.

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