Studio Apartments for Rent in Columbia Heights, MN (32 Rentals)

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2510 Jackson St NE
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2510 Jackson St NE

2510 Jackson St NEMinneapolis, MN 55418
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Plaza Apartments
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Plaza Apartments

3820 Macalaster Dr NESt. Anthony, MN 55421
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Hillside Terrace
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Hillside Terrace

1811 Johnson St NEMinneapolis, MN 55418
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River Village
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River Village

2919-2921 Randolph St NEMinneapolis, MN 55418
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Emerald Manor
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Emerald Manor

1390 7th St NWNew Brighton, MN 55112
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5770 2nd St NE
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5770 2nd St NE

5770 2nd St NEFridley, MN 55432

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Marshall Flats
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Marshall Flats

2525 2nd St NEMinneapolis, MN 55418

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Largest Available Columbia Heights Studio Apartments

The largest available Studio apartment unit in Columbia Heights, MN is found at The Exchange Apartments in the Downtown New Brighton neighborhood and is 592 square feet priced from $1,530. Gateway Northeast in the Waite Park neighborhood has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 538 square feet and currently listed start at $1,050. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in Columbia Heights:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
The Exchange ApartmentsHolstein592 Sq Ft$1,530
Gateway Northeast0C538 Sq Ft$1,050
Axle ApartmentsGranite497 Sq Ft$1,225
New Brighton ApartmentsStudio450 Sq Ft$925
RatioQuantum : Co-Living : R445 Sq Ft$825
Garden GroveAspen400 Sq Ft$1,070
Pike Lake ApartmentsPerch400 Sq Ft$1,075

Cheapest Available Columbia Heights Studio Apartments

As of June 26, 2025 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Columbia Heights, MN is the Quantum : Co-Living Model starting from $819 at Ratio in the Waite Park neighborhood. The second most affordable Columbia Heights Studio is the Studio Model at New Brighton Apartments starting at $950 . The average price for all Studio apartments in Columbia Heights is currently $1,264. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Columbia Heights:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
RatioQuantum : Co-Living$819
New Brighton ApartmentsStudio$950
Gateway Northeast0C$1,050
Garden GroveAspen$1,070
Pike Lake ApartmentsPerch$1,075
The Exchange ApartmentsAngus$1,435

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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 Studio Columbia Heights Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Columbia Heights with Studio?

Currently the most affordable Studio in Columbia Heights is at Ratio listed at $819.

How much is the average rent for a Studio Columbia Heights Apartment?

The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Columbia Heights is $1,264.

What is the largest available Studio Columbia Heights Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Columbia Heights is a 592 square feet unit starting from $1,530 at The Exchange Apartments.

What is the average size for Columbia Heights Studio Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Studio rental in Columbia Heights is currently 468 sq ft.

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