
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Desert Ridge Neighborhood of Grand Junction, CO from $500 (20 Rentals)
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1755 N 18th St, Unit B, Unit B

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1043 North Ave, Unit 120, Unit 120

730 US-50

333 North Ave
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2747 Radiant Ave

330 Ouray Ave

515-528 Road

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957 Belford Ave

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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 | $1,472 | $1,420 | $1,615 |
| Desert Ridge 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,553 | $815 | $1,910 |
| Desert Ridge 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,866 | $800 | $2,360 |
| Desert Ridge 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,345 | $2,345 | $2,345 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 20 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. The Junction has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,420. 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 |
| The Junction | Jackalope- 0BR/1BA | Studio,1BA | $1,420 |
| SLICK ROCK APARTMENTS | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,425 |
| The Railyard at Rimrock | The Napa - one bedroom one bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,580 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Desert Ridge, CO
As of April 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Desert Ridge area is the $1.70 price per square foot 2BR/1.0BA Model at SLICK ROCK APARTMENTS in the in the Appleton neighborhood starting from $1,425. The second greatest value Desert Ridge apartment is the The Napa - one bedroom one bath Model at The Railyard at Rimrock starting at $1,580 with a $2.10 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| SLICK ROCK APARTMENTS | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| The Railyard at Rimrock | The Napa - one bedroom one bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.10 |
| The Junction | Jackalope- 0BR/1BA | Studio ,1BA | $3.07 |
| Monument Studios | Large Studio | 1BR,1BA | $2.21 |
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 $1,580.
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 $2,345.
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 9 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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