Cheap Apartments for Rent in Columbia Heights, MN from $800 (90 Rentals)

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$880 - $3,538
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$775 - $3,433
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$105

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$880 - $3,538
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909 Gould 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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South Fridley Apartments
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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
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The Col

800 42 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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$1,009 - $1,279
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Riverwood Estates

6425 Willow LnBrooklyn Center, MN 55430
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Northeast Villas
$1,024 - $2,274
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$1,020 - $2,270
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$4

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$1,024 - $2,274
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Northeast Villas

5290 3rd St NEFridley, MN 55421
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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
$1,026 - $1,395
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$1,026 - $1,395

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$1,026 - $1,395
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Pike Lake Apartments

2050 14th St NWNew Brighton, MN 55112
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Windsor South Apartments
$1,039 - $1,789
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$1,025 - $1,775
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$14

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$1,039 - $1,789
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Windsor South Apartments

2280 Silver Ln NENew Brighton, MN 55112
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Quarry Place
Rent Specials
$1,136
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$1,115
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$21

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$1,136
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Quarry Place

1830 Hayes St NEMinneapolis, MN 55418
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Diamond Eight Terrace
$1,162 - $1,407
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$1,140 - $1,385
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$22

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$1,162 - $1,407
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Diamond Eight Terrace

3200 Diamond Eight TerSt. Anthony, MN 55421
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Garden Grove
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$1,203 - $3,069
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$1,199 - $3,065
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$1,203 - $3,069
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Garden Grove

730 5th St SWNew Brighton, MN 55112
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Silver Lake
$1,229 - $2,829
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$1,225 - $2,825
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$4

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$1,229 - $2,829
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Silver Lake

2310 Silver LnNew Brighton, MN 55112
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M Street Flats
$1,244
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$1,235
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$9

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$1,244
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M Street Flats

5475-5495 Main St NEFridley, MN 55421
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Aquarius Apartments
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$1,276 - $1,346
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$1,250 - $1,320
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$26

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$1,276 - $1,346
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Aquarius Apartments

2425 County Road C2 WRoseville, MN 55113
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Huxley Apartments
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$1,300 - $2,465
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$1,300 - $2,465

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$1,300 - $2,465
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Huxley Apartments

657 22nd Ave NEMinneapolis, MN 55418
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Columbia Heights, MN Local Guide

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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 Gateway Northeast in the Waite Park neighborhood priced from $816. 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
Gateway Northeast0CStudio,1BA$816
Oak Hills ApartmentsOne Bedroom/ One Bathroom1BR,1BA$873
RatioQuantum : Co-LivingStudio,1BA$880
4060-4100 4th St NEOne Bed1BR,1BA$900
Plaza ApartmentsRankinStudio,1BA$940
Stinson Heights ApartmentsStandard1BR,1BA$999
River Road EastOne bedroom1BR,1BA$1,000
Riverwood Estates1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,009
Georgetown on the RiverOne Bedroom 11D1BR,1BA$1,010

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Columbia Heights, MN

As of November 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Columbia Heights area is the $1.39 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Central Avenue Lofts in the in the Northeast neighborhood starting from $1,798. The second greatest value Columbia Heights apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Bramantes starting at $1,375 with a $1.25 price per square foot in the Audubon 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.
Central Avenue Lofts3 Bedroom3BR,1BA$1.39
BramantesTwo Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$1.25
4401 Irving Ave N, Unit 16104401 Irving Ave N2BR,1BA$1.50
55+ Community - The Landings on Ninth2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$1.35
Gauvette Park Apartments2 BR 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.44
Diamond Eight TerraceThe Emerald2BR,1BA$1.48
6035 Main St NE, Unit 36035 Main St NE1BR,1BA$1.14
2539 Quincy St NE, Unit 2539 Unit2539 Quincy St NE1BR,1BA$1.48
2188 Pike Lake Dr, Unit 12188 Pike Lake Dr1BR,1BA$1.29
Sage ParkOne Bedroom 11A1BR,1BA$1.45

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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

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 Gateway Northeast listed at $816.

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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