
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Mesa County, CO from $500 (29 Rentals)
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425 N 17th St, Unit B-1

1505 N 20th St, Unit A-2

1023 Teller Ave

2233 Hall Ave, Unit A - 1

467 Meadow Rd

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1510 Glenwood Ave, Unit 120 C
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333 North Ave

721 Horizon Dr

704 Horizon Dr

Aladdin Apartments

621 N 2nd St

Monument Studios

1060 Grand Ave
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135 S 10th St

1225 N 23rd St
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1626 Rood Avenue

Aspen Leaf Place

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568 Dawn Ct

848 Colorado Ave
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Mesa County, CO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mesa County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mesa County Studio Apartments | $1,411 | $895 | $1,598 |
| Mesa County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,627 | $860 | $2,038 |
| Mesa County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,818 | $800 | $2,310 |
| Mesa County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,213 | $1,300 | $2,557 |
| Mesa County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,585 | $1,950 | $3,562 |
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Cheapest Available Mesa County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Mesa County, CO is a 1 Bed unit found at Monument Studios in the Central Grand Junction neighborhood priced from $795. SLICK ROCK APARTMENTS in the Appleton neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,425. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Mesa County apartments for rent:
| 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 Slate on 25 | Napa | 1BR,1BA | $1,633 |
| Peppermill Lofts | 2x1 900 SF | 2BR,1BA | $1,650 |
| The Landing on Horizon | The Napa | 1BR,1BA | $1,723 |
| Copper Village Apartments | The Mesa | 2BR,2BA | $1,820 |
| The Junction | Riverfront - 2BR/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $1,950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mesa County, CO
As of June 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mesa County area is the $1.64 price per square foot End Unit Model at Pomona Park Townhomes in the in the Appleton neighborhood starting from $2,557. The second greatest value Mesa County apartment is the 3172 1/2 Glendam Dr Model at 3172 1/2 Glendam Dr, Unit Glendam starting at $1,300 with a $1.08 price per square foot in the Northeast Area neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mesa County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pomona Park Townhomes | End Unit | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.64 |
| 3172 1/2 Glendam Dr, Unit Glendam | 3172 1/2 Glendam Dr | 3BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| The Railyard at Rimrock | The Riverside - two bedroom two bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.78 |
| The Junction | Palisade- 2 BR/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.21 |
| Copper Village Apartments | The Slick Rock | 2BR,1BA | $2.01 |
| Peppermill Lofts | 2x1 895 | 2BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| SLICK ROCK APARTMENTS | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| The Slate on 25 | Malone | 1BR,1BA | $2.41 |
| 2146 Bookcliff Ave, Unit B | 2146 Bookcliff Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.06 |
| 1510 Glenwood Ave, Unit 120 C | 1510 Glenwood Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mesa County Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Mesa County?
The cheapest apartment in Mesa County is Monument Studios which is listed at $795, while the average apartment in Mesa County costs $2,550.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Mesa County?
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 2 regular apartments in Mesa County that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Mesa County?
Cheap apartments in Mesa County have an average cost of $526 which is $2,024 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Mesa County.
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