
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Desert Ridge Neighborhood of Grand Junction, CO from $500 (38 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Desert Ridge area of Grand Junction.


1735 N 19th St, Unit 3

333 North Ave

1168 Olson Ave

1168 Olson Ave

1168 Olson Ave

760 Colorado Ave

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1105 Santa Clara Ave
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1102 Belford Ave

1102 Belford Ave

426 N 9th St

424 N 9th St

The Junction

1311 N 16th St

1311 N 16th St

100 S 13th St
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100 N 13th St, Unit B

SLICK ROCK APARTMENTS

322 Chipeta Ave

322 Chipeta Ave

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The Railyard at Rimrock

1140 Walnut Ave, Unit 1140 Walnut Avenue #22

1034 Colorado Ave, Unit 7

1148 Santa Clara Ave
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Aladdin Apartments

Monument Studios

1060 Grand Ave

925 N 10th St

Belford Apartments

Las Casas Apartments

1626 Rood Avenue

Midtown Apartments
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Raintree Apartments

910 Rood Ave

1302 Glenwood Ave

1741 Ouray Ave

1741 Ouray Ave

Struthers Residences

1717 Cannell Ave

Summit View Flats
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1240-1254 Elm Ave

1735 Glenwood Ave
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 | $1,450 | $1,385 | $1,565 |
| Desert Ridge 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,587 | $890 | $1,910 |
| Desert Ridge 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,719 | $800 | $2,310 |
| Desert Ridge 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,297 | $2,250 | $2,345 |
| Desert Ridge 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,262 | $1,950 | $2,500 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 38 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 1 Bed unit found at Monument Studios priced from $795. SLICK ROCK APARTMENTS has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,425. 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 | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| SLICK ROCK APARTMENTS | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,425 |
| The Junction | Monument- 1 BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,690 |
| The Railyard at Rimrock | The Riverside - two bedroom two bath | 2BR,2BA | $1,970 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Desert Ridge, CO
As of July 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Desert Ridge area is the $1.78 price per square foot The Riverside - two bedroom two bath Model at The Railyard at Rimrock in the in the Appleton neighborhood starting from $1,970. The second greatest value Desert Ridge apartment is the 2BR/1.0BA Model at SLICK ROCK APARTMENTS starting at $1,425 with a $1.70 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Railyard at Rimrock | The Riverside - two bedroom two bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.78 |
| SLICK ROCK APARTMENTS | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| 1105 Santa Clara Ave | 1105 Santa Clara Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| The Junction | Monument- 1 BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.85 |
| Monument Studios | 1bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.60 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Desert Ridge Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Desert Ridge?
The cheapest apartment in Desert Ridge is Monument Studios which is listed at $795, while the average apartment in Desert Ridge costs $2,297.
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 3 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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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
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