Cheap Apartments for Rent in Columbia Heights, MN from $800 (124 Rentals)

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$1,406 - $3,278
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$1,301 - $3,173
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$1,406 - $3,278
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909 Gould Ave NEColumbia Heights, MN 55421
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Grand Central Flats
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$1,431 - $1,478
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$1,365 - $1,412
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$66

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$1,431 - $1,478
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Grand Central Flats

4729 Grand Ave NEColumbia Heights, MN 55421
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3940 Peters Pl
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3940 Peters Pl

3940 Peters PlColumbia Heights, MN 55421
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Stinson Heights Apartments
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Stinson Heights Apartments

3806-3816 Stinson Blvd NEColumbia Heights, MN 55421
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3826 Stinson Blvd NE
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3826 Stinson Blvd NE

3826 Stinson Blvd NEColumbia Heights, MN 55421
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South Fridley Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

South Fridley Apartments

1050 52nd Ave NEColumbia Heights, MN 55421
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Parkview Villa
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Parkview Villa

965 40th Ave NEColumbia Heights, MN 55421
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The Col
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Col

800 42 Ave NEColumbia Heights, MN 55421
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Central Commons
1 Bedroom Apartments

Central Commons

4422 Central Ave NEColumbia Heights, MN 55421
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Riverwood Estates
$1,009 - $1,279
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$1,009 - $1,279

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Riverwood Estates

6425 Willow LnBrooklyn Center, MN 55430
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Highcrest Manor Apartments
$1,025 - $1,275
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$1,025 - $1,275

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$1,025 - $1,275
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Highcrest Manor Apartments

3605 37th Ave NESt. Anthony, MN 55421
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Pike Lake Apartments
$1,031 - $1,420
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$1,031 - $1,420

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$1,031 - $1,420
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Pike Lake Apartments

2050 14th St NWNew Brighton, MN 55112
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Windsor South Apartments
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$1,034 - $1,794
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$1,025 - $1,785
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Windsor South Apartments

2280 Silver Ln NENew Brighton, MN 55112
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Northeast Villas
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$1,094 - $2,254
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$1,090 - $2,250
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$1,094 - $2,254
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Northeast Villas

5290 3rd St NEFridley, MN 55421
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Garden Grove
$1,099 - $2,809
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$1,095 - $2,805
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$1,099 - $2,809
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Garden Grove

730 5th St SWNew Brighton, MN 55112
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Bramantes
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$1,100 - $1,400
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Bramantes

800 County Road D WNew Brighton, MN 55112
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Quarry Place
$1,117
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$1,095
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Quarry Place

1830 Hayes St NEMinneapolis, MN 55418
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$1,150

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$1,150

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$1,150

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4201 3rd St NE

MinneapolisMN55421
property at 962 29th Ave NE

$1,150

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$1,150

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962 29th Ave NE

MinneapolisMN55418
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Silver Lake
$1,154 - $2,814
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$1,150 - $2,810
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$1,154 - $2,814
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Silver Lake

2310 Silver LnNew Brighton, MN 55112
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Apache Manor Apartments
$1,163 - $1,393
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$1,159 - $1,389
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Apache Manor Apartments

3817 Macalaster Dr NESt. Anthony, MN 55421
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Melrose Gates
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$1,239 - $1,469
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$1,239 - $1,469

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Melrose Gates

6401-6401 Camden Ave NBrooklyn Center, MN 55430
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Diamond Eight Terrace
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$1,241 - $1,466
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$1,200 - $1,425
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Diamond Eight Terrace

3200 Diamond Eight TerSt. Anthony, MN 55421
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M Street Flats
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$1,245
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$1,235
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M Street Flats

5475-5495 Main St NEFridley, MN 55421
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Huxley Apartments
$1,330 - $2,783
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$1,330 - $2,783

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$1,330 - $2,783
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Huxley Apartments

657 22nd Ave NEMinneapolis, MN 55418
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Cheapest Available Columbia Heights Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Columbia Heights, MN is a 1 Bed unit found at Oak Hills Apartments in the Highview neighborhood priced from $873. 4060-4100 4th St NE in the Waite Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $900. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Columbia Heights apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Oak Hills ApartmentsOne Bedroom/ One Bathroom1BR,1BA$873
4060-4100 4th St NEOne Bed1BR,1BA$900
New Brighton ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$995
Riverwood EstatesOne Bed1BR,1BA$1,009
Sage ParkOne Bedroom 11A1BR,1BA$1,010
Gateway Northeast0AStudio,1BA$1,050
Rose 8 Estates1 bed1BR,1BA$1,050
Georgetown on the RiverOne Bedroom 11A1BR,1BA$1,080
Northeast VillasAltura1BR,1BA$1,094
BramantesOne Bedroom + Den2BR,1BA$1,100

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Columbia Heights, MN

As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Columbia Heights area is the $1.57 price per square foot 2401 3rd st NE Apt 2 Model at 2401 3rd st NE Apt 2, Unit 1 in the in the Northeast neighborhood starting from $2,350. The second greatest value Columbia Heights apartment is the 4225 Emerson Ave N Model at 4225 Emerson Ave N, Unit 4225 Emerson Ave. N starting at $1,725 with a $1.44 price per square foot in the Shingle Creek neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Columbia Heights apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2401 3rd st NE Apt 2, Unit 12401 3rd st NE Apt 22BR,1BA$1.57
4225 Emerson Ave N, Unit 4225 Emerson Ave. N4225 Emerson Ave N2BR,1BA$1.44
55+ Community - The Landings on Ninth2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$1.35
Gauvette Park Apartments2 BR 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.44
Melrose Gates2 Bed, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.55
Georgetown on the RiverTwo Bedroom 21C2BR,1BA$1.53
BramantesOne Bedroom + Den2BR,1BA$1.33
Riverwood EstatesTwo Bed2BR,1BA$1.56
Sage ParkOne Bedroom 11A1BR,1BA$1.35
1480 47th Ave NE, Unit # XXX1480 47th Ave NE1BR,1BA$1.62

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Columbia Heights Overview

Columbia Heights, Minnesota is a beautiful area located in Anoka County, Minnesota. The town is considered to be a suburb of Minneapolis. There are many people who are looking for apartments in Columbia Heights because of the job opportunities and low cost of living. If you are interested in Columbia Heights apartments, learn more about this beautiful city below.

Why live in Columbia Heights, MN?

There are several reasons why so many people choose to live in Columbia Heights. First, it is relatively close to Minneapolis, giving you access to a healthy job market. Second, the cost of living is lower than it is in Minneapolis. Finally, the weather is also beautiful, and the air is also clean. The school system is also strong in the area. 

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Columbia Heights Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Columbia Heights?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Columbia Heights is at New Brighton Apartments listed at $995.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Columbia Heights Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Columbia Heights Apartment is $873 at Oak Hills Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Columbia Heights Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Columbia Heights is starting from $988 at Oak Hills Apartments.

What is the most affordable Columbia Heights Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Columbia Heights Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Bottineau Commons and starts from $1,571.

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