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Columbia Heights, MN Local Guide

Cheapest Available Columbia Heights Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

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 $900. 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$900
Central Avenue Lofts1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$939
804 6th St NW1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$989
Riverwood Estates1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,009

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Columbia Heights, MN and Nearby

As of May 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Columbia Heights area is the $1.25 price per square foot 4253 James Ave N Model at 4253 James Ave N, Unit 3 in the in the Shingle Creek neighborhood starting from $1,900. The second greatest value Columbia Heights apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Bramantes starting at $1,375 with a $1.25 price per square foot in the Audubon Park 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.
4253 James Ave N, Unit 34253 James Ave N3BR,1BA$1.25
BramantesTwo Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$1.25
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
Silver Oaks Court Apartments1 BD / 1 BA1BR,1BA$1.43
Sage ParkOne Bedroom 11A1BR,1BA$1.47
Highcrest Manor ApartmentsOne bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.38
Riverwood Estates1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.40
Central Avenue Lofts1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.38

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Frequently Asked Questions about Columbia Heights

What type of rentals are currently available in Columbia Heights?

There are currently 395 Apartments for Rent in Columbia Heights, MN with pricing that ranges from $873 to $4,568. There are also 39 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Columbia Heights ranging from $1,195 to $2,995.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Columbia Heights?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Columbia Heights ranges from $1,195 to $2,995 with an average monthly rent of $1,912.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Columbia Heights?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Columbia Heights range from $1,580 to $4,568, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,400 to $2,995. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,295 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,195.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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