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Highlights

  • Modern living
  • Open kitchens
  • In-unit washers and dryers
  • Contemporary designs
  • Mix of spacious studios and one-bedroom floor plans
  • Stunning new apartment community

Location

1260 Bookcliff Ave, Grand Junction, CO 81501, USA|Fairmount
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Management

CENTURY 21 CapRock Real Estate

Leasing office

(970) 296-8045

Property Overview

Sanford Flats presents a modern living experience with spacious studios and one-bedroom layouts, featuring contemporary designs and in-unit amenities. Rated highly by Zumper, it scores 7.7 for overall quality, excelling in amenities and location with scores of 9 out of 10. Its competitive pricing and exceptional value, combined with a vibrant neighborhood rich in dining and social opportunities, underscore its appeal for renters seeking an active lifestyle.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

7.7
Very Good
Sanford Flats is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.

Things you’ll love

  • More space
  • Elementary school nearby

Great for

  • Social life

Floor plans

The Bookcliff: Chic 1-Bedroom Retreat: Sophisticated Living in a Prime Location1 bed1 bath874 sqft$1,350–$1,900 /mo

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Amenities for Sanford Flats

Apartment Amenities

GasTrash
Washer/Dryer HookupsWater

Building

Sewer
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About Sanford Flats

HomeApartments in Grand JunctionFairmount Sanford Flats

Experience modern living just one block from Colorado Mesa University in this stunning new 57-unit apartment community. Offering a mix of spacious studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans, each apartment features contemporary designs, open kitchens with sleek islands, and in-unit washers and dryers for ultimate convenience.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
7.7
/10
Very Good
Sanford Flats is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
How we rated Sanford Flats
Price·7A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
While the monthly rent is more than the median price per bedroom of nearby properties, Sanford Flats has other amenities and features that might compensate for the increased price. The higher monthly rent potentially reflects a higher quality of living that renters might find here, compared to other properties in the area.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
Sanford Flats goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including gas. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Sanford Flats receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Sanford Flats is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While Sanford Flats does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

Sanford Flats is great for:

Social life

  • 63 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • A bustling neighborhood
  • Diverse age groups live in this area
  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How Sanford Flats compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 1-bedroom is 549 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away

Considerations

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Rent trends in Fairmount

1-bedroom apartments at Sanford Flats cost about 2% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Fairmount.

Median rents as of Dec 13 2025.
Fairmount
Grand Junction
A table of studio rental data trends in Grand Junction
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$850
January 2024$844
February 2024$795
March 2024$1,248
April 2024$1,087
May 2024$1,246
June 2024$1,329
July 2024$1,334
August 2024$1,337
September 2024$1,331
October 2024$1,326
November 2024$1,322
December 2024$1,112
January 2025$1,251
February 2025$947
March 2025$1,118
April 2025$795
May 2025$895
June 2025$1,152
July 2025$1,350
August 2025$1,350
September 2025$1,350
October 2025$1,350
November 2025$1,264
December 2025$961
A table of studio rental data trends in Fairmount
MonthMedian Rent
February 2025$1,350
March 2025$1,350
April 2025$1,350
May 2025$1,350
June 2025$1,350
July 2025$1,350
August 2025$1,350
September 2025$1,350
October 2025$1,350
November 2025$1,350
December 2025$1,350

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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$54,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $54,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,350.
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Schools near Sanford Flats

Orchard Avenue Elementary School

1800 orchard ave

grand junction, CO, 81501

PK, K-5Public
B-

Grand River Academy

600 n 14th st

grand junction, CO, 81501

K-12Public
C

Lincoln Park Preschool

519 18th st

grand junction, CO, 81501

PKPublic

Dual Immersion Academy School

552 a west main st

grand junction, CO, 81501

PK, K-5Public
B-

Career Center Preschool

2935 north ave

grand junction, CO, 81504

PKPublic
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Getting around Grand Junction near 1260 Bookcliff Ave

Walking

6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 1260 Bookcliff Ave, Grand Junction

Groceries

8/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

2/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

Explore the area around 1260 Bookcliff Ave

City Market
2600 N 12th St
Canlcerla Mercado Y
644 North Ave
Carniceria Sonora
644 North Ave
Safeway
681 Horizon Dr
Carols Oriental Food
2814 North Ave

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