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3940 Peters Pl
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3940 Peters PlColumbia Heights, MN 55421
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South Fridley Apartments

1050 52nd Ave NEColumbia Heights, MN 55421
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Parkview Villa
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Parkview Villa

965 40th Ave NEColumbia Heights, MN 55421
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The Col
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The Col

800 42 Ave NEColumbia Heights, MN 55421
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Cheapest Available Columbia Heights Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Columbia Heights, MN is a Studio unit found at Ratio in the Waite Park neighborhood priced from $819. Oak Hills Apartments in the Highview neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $873. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Columbia Heights apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
RatioQuantum : Co-LivingStudio,1BA$819
Oak Hills ApartmentsOne Bedroom/ One Bathroom1BR,1BA$873
Central Avenue Lofts1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$894
4060-4100 4th St NEOne Bed1BR,1BA$900
New Brighton ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$950
Riverwood Estates1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,009
Georgetown on the RiverOne Bedroom 11D1BR,1BA$1,020
Gateway Northeast0CStudio,1BA$1,050
Sage ParkOne Bedroom 11A1BR,1BA$1,070
Garden GroveAspenStudio,1BA$1,070

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Columbia Heights, MN

As of June 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Columbia Heights area is the $1.35 price per square foot 2 Beds, 2 baths Model at 55+ Community - The Landings on Ninth in the in the Downtown New Brighton neighborhood starting from $1,350. The second greatest value Columbia Heights apartment is the 2 BR 1 Bath Model at Gauvette Park Apartments starting at $1,375 with a $1.44 price per square foot in the Waite Park 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.
55+ Community - The Landings on Ninth2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$1.35
Gauvette Park Apartments2 BR 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.44
Diamond Eight TerraceThe Sapphire2BR,1BA$1.46
BramantesOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.30
Senior 55+ - Hart Lake Apartments1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1.47
Sage ParkOne Bedroom 11A1BR,1BA$1.43
Windsor South ApartmentsKnollwood1BR,1BA$1.60
Riverwood Estates1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.40
The Yard 47 Apartments On Central4750 Central Ave - 1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.57
Central Avenue Lofts1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.31

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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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Getting Around Columbia Heights, MN

Walk Score®

64 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

55 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

37 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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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 Ratio listed at $819.

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 The Legends of Columbia Heights 55+ Living and starts from $1,587.

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