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

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704 Horizon Dr, Unit A

721 Horizon Dr

2233 Hall Ave, Unit A - 1

1505 N 20th St, Unit A-2

467 Meadow Rd
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1023 Teller Ave

730 US-50

333 North Ave

2824 North Ave

2400 North Ave

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615 White Ave, Unit 2nd floor

2852 1/2 Belford Ave
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Aladdin Apartments

Monument Studios

1060 Grand Ave

Foresight Village

Villa West Apartments

Park East Apartments

Belford Apartments
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Las Casas Apartments

1225 N 23rd St

1626 Rood Avenue

1060 Grand Ave

Midtown Apartments

Aspen Leaf Place

Heather Ridge Apartments
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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 | $1,355 | $795 | $1,610 |
| Mesa County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,644 | $795 | $1,988 |
| Mesa County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,742 | $800 | $2,340 |
| Mesa County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,178 | $1,450 | $3,277 |
| Mesa County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,478 | $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 |
| Peppermill Lofts | 2x1 895 | 2BR,1BA | $1,609 |
| Copper Village Apartments | The Bookcliff | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
| The Landing on Horizon | The Napa | 1BR,1BA | $1,683 |
| The Slate on 25 | Napa | 1BR,1BA | $1,683 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mesa County, CO
As of August 13, 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 2A Model at Rya Suites starting at $1,949 with a $1.55 price per square foot in the Appleton 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 |
| Rya Suites | 2A | 2BR,2BA | $1.55 |
| 1522 Hall Ave, Unit 1522 Hall Ave Unit B | 1522 Hall Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| 1522 Hall Ave, Unit B | 1522 Hall Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| Peppermill Lofts | 2x1 895 | 2BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| SLICK ROCK APARTMENTS | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| Copper Village Apartments | The Bookcliff | 1BR,1BA | $2.11 |
| The Landing on Horizon | The Napa | 1BR,1BA | $2.24 |
| 615 White Ave, Unit 2nd floor | 615 White Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| 704 Horizon Dr, Unit A | 704 Horizon Dr | Studio ,1BA | $1.73 |
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 $1,725.
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 $436 which is $1,289 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Mesa County.
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