
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Desert Ridge Neighborhood of Grand Junction, CO from $500 (9 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Desert Ridge area of Grand Junction.


1755 N 18th St, Unit B

2005 Gunnison Ave, Unit B

1735 N 19th St, Unit 3
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425 N 17th St, Unit B-1

430 N 16th St, Unit A

333 North Ave

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Monument Studios
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 | $1,394 | $1,315 | $1,565 |
| Desert Ridge 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,508 | $799 | $1,870 |
| Desert Ridge 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,783 | $1,200 | $2,325 |
| Desert Ridge 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,215 | $2,200 | $2,230 |
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There are currently 9 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. The Junction has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,315. 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 |
| The Junction | Trailhead- 0BR/1BA | Studio,1BA | $1,315 |
| Summit View Terrace | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,395 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Desert Ridge, CO
As of January 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Desert Ridge area is the $1.64 price per square foot 2BR/1.0BA Model at Summit View Terrace in the in the Central Grand Junction neighborhood starting from $1,395. The second greatest value Desert Ridge apartment is the 2BR/1.0BA Model at SLICK ROCK APARTMENTS starting at $1,395 with a $1.67 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summit View Terrace | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| SLICK ROCK APARTMENTS | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| 212 Teller Ave, Unit Basement | 212 Teller Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.86 |
| 125 N 17th St, Unit A | 125 N 17th St | 1BR,1BA | $2.31 |
| 2501 Monument Rd, Unit #1 | 2501 Monument Rd | 1BR,1BA | $3.00 |
| The Junction | Jackalope- 0BR/1BA | Studio ,1BA | $2.85 |
| Monument Studios | Large Studio w/ Backyard | 1BR,1BA | $3.04 |
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 $1,395.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Desert Ridge?
The cheapest apartment in Desert Ridge is Monument Studios which is listed at $1,095, while the average apartment in Desert Ridge costs $2,215.
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 10 regular apartments in Desert Ridge that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
Expert Rental Resources
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