$404,142Average Value$261Average Price per Sq Ft69Homes For Sale
An elevated village of Grand Junction surrounded by rivers
Rushing rivers diverge, wrapping around Orchard Mesa, a neighborhood elevated like an island above the rushing rapids. Removed from Grand Junction, Orchard Mesa provides opportunities for river rafting, mountain biking and a developing housing market 4 miles south of the city center. “The Gunnison flows into the Colorado River, and that’s why it’s called Grand Junction. If you travel to Orchard Mesa, you are traveling to the meeting point of those two rivers,” says Laura Springer, Broker Associate at Keller Williams Colorado West Realty, who has lived in Grand Junction for over 20 years. “Orchard Mesa is an up-and-coming area. It’s kind of its own municipality.”
Check out where the Colorado River meets the Gunnison River in Orchard Mesa.
Riverfront Trail in Grand Junction is a favorite place to take in nature.
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Ziplining to Las Colonias Park
Hikers cross the bridge, walking above rushing rapids to reach Eagle Rim Park, and bridges aren’t the only way to get across. “There’s a new zipline that takes you over the Colorado River to Las Colonias Park,” says Springer. Las Colonias Park invites adventurers to the bank with boat ramps on the Colorado River and the Butterfly Lakes for a calmer stream to kayak and paddleboard. The Riverfront Trail is a 28-mile path through several of Grand Junction’s most significant parks along the Colorado River. Eagle Rim Park is a 12-acre space with a playground, a skate park and an angelic statue dedicated to the early pioneer women in Grand Junction. A creek runs through Duck Pond Park, providing ample green space with a playground and a picnic area shaded by an aesthetic gazebo. The Chipeta Golf Course is a highly rated public course with majestic Mesa views. The Orchard Mesa Community Center Pool has a winding waterslide into a massive indoor swimming area with seafaring animals painted on the walls and offers swimming lessons and exercise classes.
Come fly on the zipline at Eagle Rim Park in Grand Junction.
Play a round of golf at the Chipeta Golf Course near Orchard Mesa.
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Decor and landscaping in the high desert of Western Colorado
Raised ranch-style homes sit on lawns made of red dirt or decorative gravel as green shrubs and purple lavender plants add a splash of color to the high desert vibe of western Colorado. Gravel driveways connect to paved carports, leaving plenty of room for pickup trucks and RVs, as stucco walls and wooden fences border lawns. The Spyglass Ridge neighborhood is one of the most prominent examples of Orchard Mesa's development potential, providing new midcentury modern and sprawling prairie-style homes with valley views on Lookout Lane. Contemporary split-levels and ranch-style homes comprise the housing stock, while New Traditional, Craftsman and Foursquare homes are standard. Prices range from $250,000 to $750,000. A newer three-bedroom Craftsman can cost between $500,000 and $650,000, while a four-bedroom contemporary home can be listed anywhere from $450,000 to $700,000.
A split-level home displays the beauty of simple landscaping in Orchard Mesa.
Spyglass Ridge is a new development nestled in the hills of Orchard Mesa.
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Newly-built Orchard Mesa Middle School
The Mesa County Valley School District No. 51 serves over 20,000 students in Grand Junction. Dos Rios Elementary School has a B-minus overall Niche grade, and students can join the Lego League Team or participate in the school’s STEM program. Students can begin their acting careers, study world languages or begin college preparatory studies through elective classes at Orchard Mesa Middle School, which maintains a C grade. The Orchard Mesa Middle School building was constructed in 2019. Central High School maintains a B-minus, offering coursework in subjects and programs like business, technology and JROTC.
Orchard Mesa Middle School in Grand Junction offers students a space to thrive.
Students enjoy the atmosphere at Central High School in Grand Junction.
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Highway 50, a main thoroughfare
Orchard Mesa is a bike-friendly neighborhood with bike lanes heading from the trail system in nearby parks toward the main roads downtown. Highway 50 runs through the center of Orchard Mesa, connecting to Interstate 70, which goes through Utah and splits off with a route south toward Nevada or north to Salt Lake City. Six Grand Valley Transit (GVT) bus stops on Unaweep Avenue help passengers get around. Residents can travel 4 miles north to get on Interstate 70. Denver is 248 miles east of Orchard Mesa on Interstate 70, and Salt Lake City is about 286 miles northwest. From Grand Junction Regional Airport, planes take short flights to and from the Denver International Airport to connect Grand Junction residents with easy air travel. Amtrak trains take off from Grand Junction Station, 3 miles north of this neighborhood on 1st Street.
Orchard Mesa residents can experience all the great amenities Grand Junction has to offer.
Discover the mix of rural and residential charm of Orchard Mesa
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Beloved eateries and bowling at Orchard Mesa Lanes
Orchard Mesa is a bike-friendly neighborhood with bike lanes heading from the trail system in nearby parks toward the main roads downtown. Highway 50 runs through the center of Orchard Mesa, connecting to Interstate 70, which goes through Utah and splits off with a route south toward Nevada or north to Salt Lake City. Six Grand Valley Transit (GVT) bus stops on Unaweep Avenue help passengers get around. Residents can travel 4 miles north to get on Interstate 70, as Denver is 248 miles east of Orchard Mesa, and Salt Lake City is about 286 miles northwest. From Grand Junction Regional Airport, planes take short flights to and from the Denver International Airport. Amtrak trains are at Grand Junction Station, 3 miles north of this neighborhood on 1st Street.
Get out and enjoy the fresh air on the Old Spanish Trail in Orchard Mesa.
Getting around Orchard Mesa is a breeze with convenient bus lines.
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The Mesa County Fairgrounds and Grandstands Arena
The Mesa County Fair offers authentic out-west-style performances, including bull riding, rodeos and a demolition derby in July at the Grandstands Arena. Carnival rides, like a Ferris wheel and carousel, are active when the fair comes to town. Barrel racing events, motocross races and monster truck shows happen periodically throughout the year at the Grandstands. In late June, the Annual Colorado Lavender Festival offers guided tours through farms and a pop-up marketplace with lavender-themed products at Palisade Community Park, about 14 miles northeast of Orchard Mesa.
Explore the entertainment at The Market on Main in downtown near Orchard Mesa.
Gorgeous lunar views are seen rising over the hills in Orchard Mesa.
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Parks in this Area
Eagle Rim Park
Las Colonias Park
Duck Pond Park
Riverfront Trail
Transit
Airport
Grand Junction Regional
18 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Orchard Mesa
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Orchard Mesa, Grand Junction sell after 48 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Orchard Mesa, Grand Junction over the last 12 months is $418,641, up 3% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
** OPEN HOUSE THIS SUNDAY APRIL 27TH, 2025 2P - 4P ** Come see for yourself this stunning new build by Pinnacle Homes situated within the new – up and coming subdivision conveniently located just minutes from downtown GJ in Orchard Mesa - Pumpkin Ridge! This beautiful home features 3 bedrooms on the main level as well as a spacious 387 sq ft bonus room upstairs to create your own dream space.
This home is loaded with smart upgrades you don’t want to miss! Solar panels are paid off and it’s EV ready, but one of my favorite features is the covered front patio with heated gutters and concrete—perfect for managing that northern exposure in the winter. Step inside to an immaculate and spacious interior with a well-designed layout. The primary suite offers an extra-large walk-in closet
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Welcome Home to Spyglass with the amazing views of the Redlands Dam and Gunnison River trails. This Smart Ranch home with full walkout basement with direct access to the trails. This 3085 sq feet finished home with Modern updates 4 bedrooms, 3 baths. Primary suite with 5-piece bath with "steam shower", jetted tub, double sinks with modern Illuminated mirrors, with full walk-in closet with laundry
To Be Built! A distinctive modern home with an exterior that is rivaled by the interior. Through the foyer a large living room is complete with a 12'-6? tray ceiling lit with large windows. This 1662 SqFt home has 3 bedroom, 2 baths, and a 2-car garage. The living, kitchen and dining are all central to your bedroom spaces. The master suite has a gorgeous bath and spacious walk-in closet. This
Welcome to the modern, lock and leave community located in Orchard Mesa. This single family attached home combines simple living with interior details that brings comfort and practicality right to you. The modern aesthetic is maintained by interior design selections specifically tailored to ensure luxury and efficiency. Large walk-in pantry, covered patio and tray ceilings accentuate the features
Similar to Halo, the modern exterior has two-toned stucco and varied shed roofs offering a hint of beauty of this design. The moment you walk into this home the high entry ceiling that carries into the large common area that features a trayed ceiling displays how uniquely built this home is for you. This patio home community located in Orchard Mesa. Simple living combined with interior details
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
16,228
Median Age
43
Population under 18
22.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
22.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$66,539
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$81,394
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
91.7%
College Graduates
23.6%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
6.3%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
62.6%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
9''
Average Winter Low Temperature
17°F
Average Summer High Temperature
94°F
Annual Snowfall
19''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
33/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
11/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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