After two years of construction, The Junction Apartments in downtown Grand Junction is gearing up to welcome its first tenants in mid-January 2025. This new development aims to address the growing demand for housing in the area and spark conversations about the future of downtown living.

A Fresh Housing Option in Downtown

The Junction Apartments offer a mix of studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom units, addressing a gap in the local housing market. While downtown Grand Junction already has smaller housing units, the complex seeks to provide more diverse options for residents looking to settle in the bustling area.

Jennifer Wunderlich, Community Manager of The Junction Apartments, highlighted the unique opportunity the complex brings to the downtown housing scene. “There are a lot of smaller units, like studio units available,” Wunderlich noted. “The kind of units that we provide are not as plentiful down here. It’s a great opportunity for folks who want to be closer to downtown.”

The apartments are designed not only to offer housing but also to cultivate a sense of community. Wunderlich added, “We want our tenants to feel a sense of ownership for this downtown area. Frequenting local businesses and supporting the neighborhood is an integral part of the experience we want to create.”

Supporters See Opportunity

The idea of more downtown housing has drawn support from residents who see the potential economic and social benefits.

John Vaughn, a Grand Junction local, emphasized the positive impact of increased housing. “If you get more housing, it’s given that the rent will go down because there’s less competition for these places that are renting,” he said. Vaughn believes additional housing could ease financial pressure on tenants while boosting the local economy.

Proponents of the project argue that more housing near downtown could enhance the vibrancy of the area by attracting a diverse group of residents who contribute to local businesses.