4201 3rd St NE
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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Columbia Heights Neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN from $800 (16 Rentals)
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1480 47th Ave NE, Unit # XXX
1480 47th 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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$879 - $2,806
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowRatio
909 Gould Ave NEColumbia Heights, 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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$1,149 - $2,599
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available NowNortheast Villas
5290 3rd St NEFridley, 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 - $1,350
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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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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available May 1Senior 55+ - Hart Lake Apartments
3839 Hart Blvd NEColumbia Heights, MN 55421
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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
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South Fridley Apartments
1050 52nd Ave NEColumbia Heights, MN 55421
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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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The Yard 47 Apartments On Central
4730 Central Ave NEColumbia Heights, MN 55421
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Parkview Villa
965 40th 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 | $1,240 | $879 | $1,949 |
| Columbia Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,301 | $873 | $1,631 |
| Columbia Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,611 | $988 | $2,454 |
| Columbia Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,662 | $1,512 | $1,925 |
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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. Ratio has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $879. 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 |
| Ratio | Quantum : Co-Living | Studio,1BA | $879 |
| 4060-4100 4th St NE | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Northeast Villas | Altura | 1BR,1BA | $1,149 |
| Northview Commons Apartments | 1x1 Standard- Call For Availability | 1BR,1BA | $1,175 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Columbia Heights, MN
As of March 15, 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 3925 3rd St NE, Unit 1 | 3925 3rd St NE | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| The Legends of Columbia Heights 55+ Living | One Bedroom - D | 1BR,1BA | $1.91 |
| 1480 47th Ave NE, Unit # XXX | 1480 47th Ave NE | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| Grand Central Flats | One Bedroom - B (Modified) | 1BR,1BA | $1.98 |
| Moore Lake Apartments | 1 Bed Gold | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| Northeast Villas | Altura | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| 4060-4100 4th St NE | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
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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 $1,656.
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 15 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 $456 which is $1,200 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Columbia Heights.
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