Longmont, CO

FireFall at the Festival on Main St. in Longmont (Courtesy of Patrick Hurley)

Area Information

Repeatedly recognized for its can't-beat quality of life, Longmont offers more than 300 days of sunshine and awe-inspiring views of the Rocky Mountains to the west. The second-largest city in Boulder County, Longmont is known for its bicycle-friendly nature, vibrant restaurant scene and six local breweries. With 1,500 acres of parks and open space, and more than 30 miles of lakes, reservoirs and waterways, renting in Longmont means outdoor enthusiasts have plenty of recreational opportunities right in the community. If you prefer wheeled or four-legged activities, head to one five skate parks and two dog parks in the area.

Longmont offers a variety of housing options, including mixed-use living that promotes a 'live-work-play' lifestyle. There's the creative district in downtown Longmont, and, just south, Colorado's first New Urbanist community, Prospect New Town.

For weekend trips or workday commutes, the Regional Transportation District's light rail system provides easy connections to Denver, which is 37 miles away, and Boulder, which is only 16 miles away.

Mountain Views in Longmont (Courtesy of USFWS Mountain Prairie)

Renting in Longmont, CO

Apartments for rent in Longmont are significantly less expensive than in the Boulder metro area.

Longmont Outdoor Attractions

Sandstone Ranch Park ? A 313-acre community park and nature preserve with an adventure playground, a skate park and plenty of trails.Union Reservoir Park ? One of the few natural lakes in Colorado, offering 736 acres of boating, fishing and swimming.Hall Ranch and Heil Ranch ? Red rock hiking and biking trails with beautiful views and historic freemasonry structures.Rocky Mountain National Park ? Only 38 miles from downtown Longmont, this natural treasure offers unparalleled views and opportunities for outdoor recreation of all kinds.

2336 Smith Ct

804 Summer Hawk Dr

464 Main St #C

1016 Confidence Dr #B

1322 S Coffman St #1

1623 Ervine Ave

2755 Bear Springs Cir

12756 River Rock Way

727 Kimbark St #1

1703 Whitehall Dr #2-H

800 Lincoln St #I

5830 Grandville Ave #B

1666 Lashley St #B

946 Pratt Street

1915 High Plains Dr

222 E 8th Ave

1302 S Coffman St #A

947 Terry St

(Undisclosed Address)

1330 17th Ave #A

10 9th Ave

201 Terry St

1050 W Neon Forest Cir #W

320 National Pl #11

1005 Collyer St

2040 Estes Ln #3

1432 Whitehall Dr #F

240 Main St #3A

731 Kimbark St #2

319 National Pl #5