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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowOak Hills Manor - Ages 55+
820 Civic Heights DrCircle Pines, MN 55014
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Village Plaza
33 Village PkyCircle Pines, MN 55014
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$995 - $1,230
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For AvailabilityAutumn Hills Apartments
706 12th St SWForest Lake, MN 55025
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$1,150
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowForest Park II Apartments LLC
1001 7th Ave SWForest Lake, MN 55025
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$1,195 - $2,056
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowTimber Ridge
4777 19th St SWForest Lake, MN 55025
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$1,197 - $1,540
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2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowOakridge Apartments
6023 E Viking BlvdWyoming, MN 55092
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$1,216
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Dec 31Total Monthly Price
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Kilkenny Court
1440 4th St SEForest Lake, MN 55025
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Seven Pines Apartments
1243 11th Ave SWForest Lake, MN 55025
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowArbor View Apartments
407 11th Ave SWForest Lake, MN 55025
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$1,247
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924 4th St SW, Unit 207
924 4th St SWForest Lake, MN 55025
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$1,260 - $2,885
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowLexington Lofts Apartment Community
9001 Griggs AveLexington, MN 55014
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Westminster Apartments
12861 Central Ave NEBlaine, MN 55434
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Carriage Oaks Apartments
12373 Oak Park Blvd NEBlaine, MN 55434
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowCottages of Willow Ponds 55+ Senior Community
101 Willow Pond TrlLino Lakes, MN 55014
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Lexi Apartments
10717 Austin St NEBlaine, MN 55449
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowWestview Apartments
680 12th St SWForest Lake, MN 55025
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Encore Apartments
1081 SW Fourth StForest Lake, MN 55025
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Gateway Green Apartments
4626 Wyngate BlvdForest Lake, MN 55025
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 1, 2026Arbor West Apartments
4631 Rosemary WayHugo, MN 55038
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowThe Legends of Blaine 55+
10826 NE Austin StBlaine, MN 55449
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Springwood Apartments
912 4th St SWForest Lake, MN 55025
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Greystone Apartments
655 12th St SWForest Lake, MN 55025
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Timber Ridge North & South Buildings
22500 Everton Ave NForest Lake, MN 55025
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Columbus, MN Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Columbus?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus Studio Apartments | $1,280 | $975 | $1,430 |
| Columbus 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,618 | $900 | $2,346 |
| Columbus 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,045 | $1,100 | $2,800 |
| Columbus 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,313 | $1,230 | $3,395 |
| Columbus 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,295 | $2,295 | $2,295 |
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Cheapest Available Columbus Apartments for Rent and Nearby
The cheapest available apartment rental in Columbus, MN is a Studio unit found at Village Plaza in the Crescent Ponds Heritage neighborhood priced from $1,095. Oak Hills Manor - Ages 55+ in the Crescent Ponds Heritage neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,100. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Columbus apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Village Plaza | Studio now | Studio,1BA | $1,095 |
| Oak Hills Manor - Ages 55+ | Oak Hills Manor, Large 2 bed, 1 bath. | 2BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Forest Park II Apartments LLC | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| Oakridge Apartments | 2 Bedroom-B | 2BR,1BA | $1,197 |
| Arbor View Apartments | Studio 5-01 | 1BR,1BA | $1,240 |
| Westminster Apartments | Majesty | 2BR,1BA | $1,333 |
| Carriage Oaks Apartments | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,359 |
| Seven Pines Apartments | Two Bedroom Corner A | 2BR,1BA | $1,369 |
| Lexi Apartments | Meadow | 1BR,1BA | $1,394 |
| Westview Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bath H | 2BR,1BA | $1,400 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Columbus, MN and Nearby
As of December 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Columbus area is the $1.47 price per square foot Selma Model at Gateway Green Townhomes in the in the Washington Far Eastern Suburbs neighborhood starting from $2,211. The second greatest value Columbus apartment is the Two Bedrooms Two Bathroom Split Model at JACK PINE PLACE APARTMENTS starting at $1,845 with a $1.60 price per square foot in the Victor Gardens neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Columbus apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Gateway Green Townhomes | Selma | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.47 |
| JACK PINE PLACE APARTMENTS | Two Bedrooms Two Bathroom Split | 2BR,2BA | $1.60 |
| Springwood Apartments | Bellevue | 3BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| Mill Pond Apartments | Astoria | 2BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| Greystone Apartments | Tahoe | 3BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| Westminster Apartments | Majesty | 2BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| Westview Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bath H | 2BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Oak Hills Manor - Ages 55+ | Oak Hills Manor, Large 2 bed, 1 bath. | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Forest Park II Apartments LLC | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Oakridge Apartments | 2 Bedroom-A | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Columbus Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Columbus?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Columbus is at Village Plaza listed at $1,095.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Columbus Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Columbus Apartment is $1,240 at Arbor View Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Columbus Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Columbus is starting from $1,100 at Oak Hills Manor - Ages 55+.
What is the most affordable Columbus Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Columbus Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Oakridge Apartments and starts from $1,395.
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Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.
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Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.
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