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3940 Peters Pl
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3940 Peters Pl

3940 Peters PlColumbia Heights, MN 55421
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South Fridley Apartments
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South Fridley Apartments

1050 52nd Ave NEColumbia Heights, MN 55421
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Parkview Villa
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Parkview Villa

965 40th Ave NEColumbia Heights, MN 55421
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The Col
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The Col

800 42 Ave NEColumbia Heights, MN 55421
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Grand Central Flats

4729 Grand Ave NEColumbia Heights, MN 55421
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Columbia Heights - One of the Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Minneapolis

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Columbia Heights, MN Local Guide

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Cheapest Available Columbia Heights Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Columbia Heights, MN is a 1 Bed unit found at Oak Hills Apartments in the Hidden Oaks neighborhood priced from $873. 4060-4100 4th St NE in the Audubon Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $890. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Columbia Heights apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Oak Hills ApartmentsOne Bedroom/ One Bathroom1BR,1BA$873
4060-4100 4th St NEOne Bed1BR,1BA$890
Central Avenue Lofts1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$939
KAH Properties - 350 Building1BR 1BA1BR,1BA$955
1118 Lowry Ave NE1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$975
Riverwood Estates1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,009
Windsor South ApartmentsBridgewayStudio,1BA$1,015
Georgetown on the RiverOne Bedroom 11D1BR,1BA$1,020
Pike Lake ApartmentsWalleye1BR,1BA$1,021
Highcrest Manor ApartmentsOne bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,025

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Columbia Heights, MN

As of April 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Columbia Heights area is the $1.57 price per square foot 921 20th Ave NE Model at 921 20th Ave NE, Unit 1 in the in the Northeast neighborhood starting from $1,725. The second greatest value Columbia Heights apartment is the 2 Beds, 2 baths Model at 55+ Community - The Landings on Ninth starting at $1,350 with a $1.35 price per square foot in the Highview neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Columbia Heights apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
921 20th Ave NE, Unit 1921 20th Ave NE3BR,1BA$1.57
55+ Community - The Landings on Ninth2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$1.35
Gauvette Park Apartments2 BR 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.44
River Road EastTwo bedroom2BR,1BA$1.44
Senior 55+ - Hart Lake Apartments1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1.47
Sage ParkOne Bedroom 11A1BR,1BA$1.41
Highcrest Manor ApartmentsOne bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.38
Riverwood Estates1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.40
Bottineau Commons1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.56
Central Avenue Lofts1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.38

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Columbia Heights Overview

Columbia Heights, Minnesota is a beautiful area located in Anoka County, Minnesota. The town is considered to be a suburb of Minneapolis. There are many people who are looking for apartments in Columbia Heights because of the job opportunities and low cost of living. If you are interested in Columbia Heights apartments, learn more about this beautiful city below.

Why live in Columbia Heights, MN?

There are several reasons why so many people choose to live in Columbia Heights. First, it is relatively close to Minneapolis, giving you access to a healthy job market. Second, the cost of living is lower than it is in Minneapolis. Finally, the weather is also beautiful, and the air is also clean. The school system is also strong in the area. 

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Getting Around Columbia Heights, MN

Walk Score®

64 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

55 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

37 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Columbia Heights Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Columbia Heights?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Columbia Heights is at Windsor South Apartments listed at $1,015.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Columbia Heights Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Columbia Heights Apartment is $873 at Oak Hills Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Columbia Heights Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Columbia Heights is starting from $988 at Oak Hills Apartments.

What is the most affordable Columbia Heights Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Columbia Heights Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Central Avenue Lofts and starts from $1,611.

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