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.

10443 Lower Ridge Rd

1112 17th Ave #A

2560 Cambridge Dr

838 Mount Evans St

615 Grandview Meadows Dr

1213 Baker St

1623 Ervine Ave

1353 Coffman St #8

1333 Baker St

1219 Atwood St

1221 Wren Ct #4-203

805 Summer Hawk Dr #167

832 S Bowen St #A

1117 Vivian St

1343 Baker St

4213 Ravenna Pl

1299 Armstrong Dr

1611 Warren Ave #2

2336 Smith Ct

418 Emery St

2433 Gay St

1032 Sugar Beet Cir

2755 Bear Springs Cir

804 Summer Hawk Dr

4004 Portofino Dr

214 E Saint Clair Ave

12756 River Rock Way

325 Sumner St

727 Kimbark St #1

1703 Whitehall Dr #2-H