1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Columbus, MN (33 Rentals)

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Columbus, MN Local Guide

Largest Available Columbus and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Columbus, MN is found at Westview Apartments in the Washington Far Eastern Suburbs neighborhood and is 1,200 square feet priced from $1,150. Risor of Blaine in the Johnsville neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,018 square feet and currently listed start at $2,246. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Columbus:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Westview ApartmentsOne Bedroom w/Den1,200 Sq Ft$1,150
Risor of BlaineItasca1,018 Sq Ft$2,246
Arbor View ApartmentsOne Bedroom w/ Den 7-01945 Sq Ft$1,550
North Shore Apartments1 Bedroom900 Sq Ft$1,278
Legacy Pointe ApartmentsAugusta775 Sq Ft$1,653
East Bethel VillageOne Bedroom One Bathroom754 Sq Ft$1,300
Lexi ApartmentsHillside748 Sq Ft$1,600
Pine Manor Estates A 55+ CommunityPine732 Sq Ft$1,235
Carriage Oaks Apartments1A717 Sq Ft$1,229
Oak Hills Manor - Ages 55+Oak Hills Manor, 1 bed, 1 bath.705 Sq Ft$900

Cheapest Available Columbus and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of May 24, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Columbus, MN is the Oak Hills Manor, 1 bed, 1 bath. Model starting from $900 at Oak Hills Manor - Ages 55+ in the Crescent Ponds Heritage neighborhood. The second most affordable Columbus 1 Bedroom is the Oak Model at Arbor Ridge Luxury Apartments starting at $1,095 in the Washington Far Eastern Suburbs neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Columbus is currently $1,744. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Columbus:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Oak Hills Manor - Ages 55+Oak Hills Manor, 1 bed, 1 bath.$900
Arbor Ridge Luxury ApartmentsOak$1,095
Westview ApartmentsOne Bedroom One Bath$1,099
Arbor View ApartmentsOne Bedroom 1-01$1,165
Forest Park II Apartments1 Bedroom$1,202
Carriage Oaks Apartments1A$1,229
Pine Manor Estates A 55+ CommunityPine$1,235
North Shore Apartments1 Bedroom$1,278
East Bethel VillageOne Bedroom One Bathroom$1,300
Lexi ApartmentsMeadow$1,330

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Getting Around Columbus, MN

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9 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

29 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Columbus Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Columbus with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Columbus is at Oak Hills Manor - Ages 55+ listed at $900.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Columbus Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Columbus is $1,744.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Columbus Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Columbus is a 1,200 square feet unit starting from $1,150 at Westview Apartments.

What is the average size for Columbus 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Columbus is currently 784 sq ft.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

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If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Written by: Sandy Baker

Making the decision to rent is exciting and terrifying at the same time. For many people, there are a lot of unknowns.