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Columbia Heights, MN Local Guide

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-Living : RStudio,1BA$819
Oak Hills ApartmentsOne Bedroom/ One Bathroom1BR,1BA$873
Central Commons1 bedroom furnished1BR,1BA$900

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Columbia Heights, MN

As of July 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Columbia Heights area is the $1.27 price per square foot 2418 University Ave NE Model at 2418 University Ave NE, Unit 1 in the in the Northeast neighborhood starting from $1,650. The second greatest value Columbia Heights apartment is the 2 Beds, 2 baths Model at 55+ Community - The Landings on Ninth starting at $1,350 with a $1.35 price per square foot in the Downtown New Brighton 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.
2418 University Ave NE, Unit 12418 University Ave NE3BR,1BA$1.27
55+ Community - The Landings on Ninth2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$1.35
4401 Irving Ave N, Unit 16104401 Irving Ave N2BR,1BA$1.50
Gauvette Park Apartments2 BR 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.44
Diamond Eight TerraceThe Sapphire2BR,1BA$1.46
3343 N 6th St, Unit 13343 N 6th St1BR,1BA$1.44
Sage ParkOne Bedroom 11A1BR,1BA$1.37
Riverwood Estates1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.40
Central Avenue Lofts1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.32
Central Commons1 bedroom furnished1BR,1BA$1.50

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Frequently Asked Questions about Columbia Heights

What type of rentals are currently available in Columbia Heights?

There are currently 402 Apartments for Rent in Columbia Heights, MN with pricing that ranges from $750 to $3,847. There are also 52 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Columbia Heights ranging from $800 to $3,250.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Columbia Heights?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Columbia Heights ranges from $800 to $3,250 with an average monthly rent of $2,146.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Columbia Heights?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Columbia Heights range from $1,430 to $3,847, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,500 to $2,650. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $800 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,899.

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