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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Desert Ridge Neighborhood of Grand Junction, CO from $700 (14 Rentals)
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425 N 17th St, Unit B-1
425 N 17th St
Grand JunctionCO81501
2015 N 6th St
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1705 N 19th St, Unit 1705 N 19th St. #B
1705 N 19th StGrand Junction, CO 81501
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Grand JunctionCO81501
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Desert Ridge, Grand Junction, CO Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Desert Ridge?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Desert Ridge Studio Apartments | $1,382 | $775 | $1,563 |
| Desert Ridge 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,388 | $795 | $1,840 |
| Desert Ridge 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,791 | $1,200 | $2,260 |
| Desert Ridge 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,115 | $2,105 | $2,125 |
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There are currently 14 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Desert Ridge Neighborhood of Grand Junction, CO.
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Cheapest Available Desert Ridge Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Desert Ridge area of Grand Junction, CO is a Studio unit found at Monument Studios priced from $795. Summit View Terrace has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,225. Here are the most affordable Desert Ridge apartments for rent in Grand Junction, CO:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monument Studios | Large Studio | Studio,1BA | $795 |
| Summit View Terrace | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,225 |
| The Junction | Jackalope- 0BR/1BA | Studio,1BA | $1,367 |
| SLICK ROCK APARTMENTS | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,395 |
| 1535 Poplar Drive | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,425 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Desert Ridge, CO
As of May 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the Desert Ridge area is the $1.04 price per square foot 1214 Walnut Ave Model at 1214 Walnut Ave, Unit 4 in the in the Central Grand Junction neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value Desert Ridge apartment is the 2BR/1.0BA Model at 1535 Poplar Drive starting at $1,425 with a $1.27 price per square foot in the Appleton neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Desert Ridge apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1214 Walnut Ave, Unit 4 | 1214 Walnut Ave | 2BR,2BA | $1.04 |
| 1535 Poplar Drive | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| SLICK ROCK APARTMENTS | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| 1051 Teller Ave, Unit #1 | 1051 Teller Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| 1705 N 19th St, Unit 1705 N 19th St. #B | 1705 N 19th St | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| Summit View Terrace | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| Rya Suites | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $2.27 |
| 1357 N 5th St, Unit 1357 | 1357 N 5th St | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 1301 N 3rd St, Unit 1307 | 1301 N 3rd St | 2BR,1BA | $2.40 |
| Monument Studios | Large Studio w/ Backyard | 1BR,1BA | $2.76 |
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Best Local Schools in Desert Ridge, Grand Junction, CO
Dual Immersion Academy School
Mesa County Valley 51 School District
Public School - Grades PK-5 (300)
6 out of 10
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Public School - Grades 9-12 (1522)
5 out of 10
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Desert Ridge Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Desert Ridge?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Desert Ridge is under $1,425.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Desert Ridge?
The cheapest apartment in Desert Ridge is Monument Studios which is listed at $995, while the average apartment in Desert Ridge costs $2,115.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Desert Ridge?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 19 regular apartments in Desert Ridge that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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