
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Orchard Mesa Neighborhood of Grand Junction, CO from $500 (41 Rentals)
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425 N 17th St, Unit B-1

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1043 North Ave, Unit 220

1023 Teller Ave

2005 Gunnison Ave, Unit B

1505 N 20th St, Unit A-2

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1510 Glenwood Ave, Unit 120 C

333 North Ave

1168 Olson Ave
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1168 Olson Ave

1168 Olson Ave

1102 Belford Ave

1102 Belford Ave

The Junction

100 S 13th St

100 N 13th St, Unit B

424 N 9th St

426 N 9th St
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322 Chipeta Ave

322 Chipeta Ave

1823 Gunnison Ave

1823 Gunnison Ave

Aladdin Apartments

Monument Studios

1060 Grand Ave

Belford Apartments

Las Casas Apartments
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Park East Apartments

Villa West Apartments

135 S 10th St

1225 N 23rd St

1626 Rood Avenue

Midtown Apartments

Raintree Apartments

1302 Glenwood Ave

910 Rood Ave
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1741 Ouray Ave

1741 Ouray Ave

125 Franklin Ave

Struthers Residences

N 21st St 1300 - Chateau

Summit View Flats

1240-1254 Elm Ave

Eddy

2846 Morningside Ct
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Orchard Mesa, Grand Junction, CO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Orchard Mesa?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orchard Mesa Studio Apartments | $1,441 | $1,395 | $1,565 |
| Orchard Mesa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,342 | $595 | $1,870 |
| Orchard Mesa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,740 | $800 | $2,310 |
| Orchard Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,267 | $2,250 | $2,285 |
| Orchard Mesa 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,700 | $2,700 | $2,700 |
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There are currently 41 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Orchard Mesa Neighborhood of Grand Junction, CO.
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Cheapest Available Orchard Mesa Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Orchard Mesa area of Grand Junction, CO is a 1 Bed unit found at Monument Studios priced from $795. Peppermill Lofts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,609. Here are the most affordable Orchard Mesa apartments for rent in Grand Junction, CO:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monument Studios | Large Studio | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Peppermill Lofts | 2x1 900 SF | 2BR,1BA | $1,609 |
| The Junction | Riverfront - 2BR/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $1,950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Orchard Mesa, CO
As of July 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Orchard Mesa area is the $2.21 price per square foot Palisade- 2 BR/2BA Model at The Junction in the in the Historic Downtown Grand Junction neighborhood starting from $2,105. The second greatest value Orchard Mesa apartment is the 2x1 895 Model at Peppermill Lofts starting at $1,650 with a $1.84 price per square foot in the Horizon neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Orchard Mesa apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Junction | Palisade- 2 BR/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.21 |
| Peppermill Lofts | 2x1 895 | 2BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| 1510 Glenwood Ave, Unit 120 C | 1510 Glenwood Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| Monument Studios | 1bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.60 |
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Best Local Schools in Orchard Mesa, Grand Junction, CO
Dos Rios Elementary School
Grand Junction High School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Orchard Mesa Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Orchard Mesa?
The cheapest apartment in Orchard Mesa is Monument Studios which is listed at $795, while the average apartment in Orchard Mesa costs $2,700.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Orchard Mesa?
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 5 regular apartments in Orchard Mesa that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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