The Junction
200 Rood Ave,
Grand Junction, CO 81501
$1,317 - $2,210 | Studio - 2 Beds
Since opening its doors in 1925, Colorado Mesa University has grown into a major academic fixture in west central Colorado. The university’s 10,000-plus students make up a sizeable portion of Grand Junction’s population, lending a certain college town flair to the idyllic mountain community. The Moss Performing Arts center is a major fixture in the city’s cultural scene, and Mavericks sporting events draw fans from all over town.
The main campus sits at the center of Grand Junction, mostly surrounded by residential neighborhoods. Rental rates near the university tend to be quite affordable, with many apartments, condos, and houses within walking distance available for under $700 per month. Downtown is just a few blocks to the south, with a huge selection of specialty shops, restaurants, coffeehouses, galleries, bars, nightclubs, and a movie theater clustered around Main Street. Pick up your morning coffee at Dream Cafe or drop into The Rockslide for a locally brewed pint. The region’s stunning natural landscape provides some of the best scenery and weekend destinations in America: the Front Range, Grand Mesa National Forest, and Arches National Park are all practically in your backyard.
As of April 2025, the average apartment rent in Grand Junction, CO is $1,105 for a studio, $1,205 for one bedroom, $1,324 for two bedrooms, and $1,907 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Grand Junction has increased by 3.6% in the past year.
Studio
430 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$1,105/month
Average Rent
1 BR
662 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$1,205/month
Average Rent
2 BR
946 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$1,324/month
Average Rent
3 BR
1,092 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$1,907/month
Average Rent
Car-Dependent
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This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.
Minimal Transit
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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
Bikeable
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While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.
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301 Students
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453 Students
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538 Students
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465 Students
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316 Students
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449 Students
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Grades 6-8
511 Students
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† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
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