
Cheap Homes for Rent in Columbus, MN from $900 (16 Rentals)
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9978 Fillmore St NE

5723 Quincy St

1008 7th St SE

11355 6th Pl NE

1840 CR F Cir

59 115th Ave NE

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9050 Xylite St NE

11363 Fergus St NE

18353 Vassar St NE

20695 Georgia Ave N

11694 5th St NE

5521 St Michael St

12277 Fillmore St NE

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How much does it cost to rent a home in Columbus?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Columbus 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,306 | $1,775 | $3,577 |
Columbus 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,801 | $1,892 | $4,000 |
Columbus 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,375 | $2,495 | $4,495 |
Columbus 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,346 | $2,800 | $5,900 |
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Cheapest Available Columbus Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Columbus, MN is a 1 Bed unit found at Oak Hills Manor - Ages 55+ in the Crescent Ponds Heritage neighborhood priced from $900. Village Apartments in the Washington Far Eastern Suburbs neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $990. 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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Oak Hills Manor - Ages 55+ | Oak Hills Manor, 1 bed, 1 bath. | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
Village Apartments | Efficiency 6-01 | Studio,1BA | $990 |
Westview Apartments | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
Autumn Hills Apartments | Birch | 2BR,1BA | $1,110 |
Oakridge Apartments | 2 Bedroom-B | 2BR,1BA | $1,197 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Columbus, MN and Nearby
As of May 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Columbus area is the $1.50 price per square foot Three Bedroom B (Wheelchair Accessible) Model at The Legends of Blaine 55+ in the in the Johnsville neighborhood starting from $1,980. The second greatest value Columbus apartment is the Geneva Model at Springwood Apartments starting at $1,575 with a $1.50 price per square foot in the Washington Far Eastern Suburbs 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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The Legends of Blaine 55+ | Three Bedroom B (Wheelchair Accessible) | 3BR,2BA | $1.50 |
Springwood Apartments | Geneva | 3BR,1BA | $1.50 |
Autumn Hills Apartments | Birch | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
North Shore Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.61 |
Northbrook Apartments | Tahoe | 3BR,1BA | $1.47 |
Oak Hills Manor - Ages 55+ | Oak Hills Manor, Large 2 bed, 1 bath. | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
Westminster Apartments | Elizabeth | 2BR,1BA | $1.43 |
Cottages of Willow Ponds 55+ Senior Community | 2BD/1BTH | 2BR,1BA | $1.48 |
Headwaters Landing | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.44 |
Oakridge Apartments | 2 Bedroom-A | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Columbus
What type of rentals are currently available in Columbus?
There are currently 54 Apartments for Rent in Columbus, MN with pricing that ranges from $900 to $6,163. There are also 44 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Columbus ranging from $920 to $5,900.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Columbus?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Columbus ranges from $920 to $5,900 with an average monthly rent of $2,749.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Columbus?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Columbus range from $1,230 to $6,163, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,892 to $4,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,495 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,295.
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