What began as a dream 25 years ago is now a reality. Heart of the Rockies donated 9 acres of vacant land to address a critical need for affordable and attainable housing in Fort Collins. Following an extensive discernment process, the church selected three nonprofit partners to join in a collaborative effort to develop the property — CARE Communities, Fort Collins Habitat for Humanity, and L’Arche Northern Colorado.
Together with our partners, we are creating a diverse, inclusive community for people to live and thrive on this property. The final development will include 72 apartments, 9 single family homes, and 2 shared homes for people with and without developmental disabilities. The entire community is anchored by a community center and enhanced by playgrounds, outdoor gathering spaces, walking paths, community gardens, and abundant open space.
Heartside Hill Updates (August 2025)
- All six apartment buildings are now completed, and CARE Communities is now leasing the 72 affordable units. Leasing information.
- Two Habitat single-family homes are under construction, with homebuyers expected to move in by the end of 2025.
- The first L'Arche home is under construction, with expected occupancy during the first half of 2026.
- The community building is open! It serves as a clubhouse for CARE apartment residents (with onsite youth services), as well as activity space for the church, its mission partners and other community nonprofits. An early childhood education center is envisioned in the future.
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