4201 3rd St NE
MinneapolisMN55421
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Columbia Heights Neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN from $800 (29 Rentals)
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now3725 Stinson
3725 Stinson BlvdMinneapolis, MN 55421
3969 Reservoir Blvd
MinneapolisMN55421
4550 Madison St NE
MinneapolisMN55421
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$1,700
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2 Bedroom Apartment Available Jun 1Total Monthly Price
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$1,700
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$1,700
1006 Gould Ave NE, Unit 1006, Unit 1006
1006 Gould Ave NEMinneapolis, MN 55421
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$873 - $1,028
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowOak Hills Apartments
5460 7th St NEFridley, MN 55421
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$900 - $925
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1 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For Availability4060-4100 4th St NE
4060-4100 4th St NEColumbia Hts, MN 55421
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$1,094 - $2,254
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$1,090 - $2,250
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Northeast Villas
5290 3rd St NEFridley, MN 55421
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$1,100 - $1,400
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowThe Yard 47 Apartments On Central
4730 Central Ave NEColumbia Heights, MN 55421
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$1,175 - $1,925
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowNorthview Commons Apartments
1230 Cheri Ln NEFridley, MN 55421
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$1,195 - $1,445
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowMoore Lake Apartments
5701 Central Ave NEFridley, MN 55432
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$1,195 - $1,395
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Senior 55+ - Hart Lake Apartments
3839 Hart Blvd NEColumbia Heights, MN 55421
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$1,245
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$1,235
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M Street Flats
5475-5495 Main St NEFridley, MN 55421
1601 N Innsbruck Dr, Unit 128, Unit 128
1601 N Innsbruck Dr
FridleyMN55432
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$1,375
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowGauvette Park Apartments
233 42nd Ave NEColumbia Heights, MN 55421
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$1,406 - $3,278
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$1,301 - $3,173
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$1,406 - $3,278
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909 Gould Ave NEColumbia Heights, MN 55421
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$1,431 - $1,478
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$1,365 - $1,412
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$1,431 - $1,478
Grand Central Flats
4729 Grand Ave NEColumbia Heights, MN 55421
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$1,439 - $1,748
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$1,439 - $1,748
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The Legends of Columbia Heights 55+ Living
3700 Huset PkyColumbia Heights, MN 55421
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$1,600
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$1,600
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390 57th Pl NE, Unit 2, Unit 2
390 57th Pl NEFridley, MN 55432
4314 3rd St NE
Columbia HeightsMN55421
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3940 Peters Pl
3940 Peters PlColumbia Heights, MN 55421
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1 Bedroom Apartments
990 Lynde Dr NE
990 Lynde Dr NEFridley, MN 55432
1601 N Innsbruck Dr
FridleyMN55432
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Stinson Heights Apartments
3806-3816 Stinson Blvd NEColumbia Heights, MN 55421
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3826 Stinson Blvd NE
3826 Stinson Blvd NEColumbia Heights, MN 55421
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South Fridley Apartments
1050 52nd Ave NEColumbia Heights, MN 55421
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Parkview Villa
965 40th Ave NEColumbia Heights, MN 55421
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The Col
800 42 Ave NEColumbia Heights, MN 55421
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1 Bedroom Apartments
Central Commons
4422 Central Ave NEColumbia Heights, MN 55421
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Columbia Heights, Minneapolis, MN Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Columbia Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia Heights Studio Apartments | $1,704 | $1,406 | $2,251 |
| Columbia Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,306 | $873 | $1,909 |
| Columbia Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,672 | $988 | $2,750 |
| Columbia Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,075 | $1,645 | $3,295 |
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Cheapest Available Columbia Heights Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Columbia Heights area of Minneapolis, MN is a 1 Bed unit found at Oak Hills Apartments priced from $873. 4060-4100 4th St NE has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $900. Here are the most affordable Columbia Heights apartments for rent in Minneapolis, MN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oak Hills Apartments | One Bedroom/ One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $873 |
| 4060-4100 4th St NE | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Northeast Villas | Altura | 1BR,1BA | $1,094 |
| The Yard 47 Apartments On Central | 4750 Central Ave - 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Northview Commons Apartments | 1x1 Standard- Call For Availability | 1BR,1BA | $1,175 |
| Moore Lake Apartments | 1 Bed Gold | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| Gauvette Park Apartments | 2 BR 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,375 |
| Grand Central Flats | One Bedroom - B | 1BR,1BA | $1,431 |
| The Legends of Columbia Heights 55+ Living | One Bedroom - D | 1BR,1BA | $1,439 |
| Ratio | Strive | 1BR,1BA | $1,481 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Columbia Heights, MN
As of April 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Columbia Heights area is the $1.46 price per square foot 3 bedroom Model at Columbia Court in the in the Audubon Park neighborhood starting from $1,917. The second greatest value Columbia Heights apartment is the 3x1.5 Full-Call For Availability Model at Northview Commons Apartments starting at $1,875 with a $1.82 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Columbia Court | 3 bedroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.46 |
| Northview Commons Apartments | 3x1.5 Full-Call For Availability | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.82 |
| Gauvette Park Apartments | 2 BR 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| 390 57th Pl NE, Unit 2 | 390 57th Pl NE | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| The Legends of Columbia Heights 55+ Living | One Bedroom - A | 1BR,1BA | $1.96 |
| Grand Central Flats | One Bedroom - B (Modified) | 1BR,1BA | $2.04 |
| The Yard 47 Apartments On Central | 4750 Central Ave - 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| Moore Lake Apartments | 1 Bed Gold | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| Northeast Villas | Altura | 1BR,1BA | $1.82 |
| 4060-4100 4th St NE | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
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Best Local Schools in Columbia Heights, Minneapolis, MN
Valley View Elementary
Columbia Heights Public School Dist
Public School - Grades PK-5 (540)
2 out of 10
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Public School - Grades 9-12 (1092)
6 out of 10
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Columbia Heights Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Columbia Heights?
The cheapest apartment in Columbia Heights is Oak Hills Apartments which is listed at $873, while the average apartment in Columbia Heights costs $1,825.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Columbia Heights?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 17 regular apartments in Columbia Heights that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Columbia Heights?
Cheap apartments in Columbia Heights have an average cost of $364 which is $1,461 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Columbia Heights.
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