
Cheap Homes for Rent in Columbia Heights, MN from $700 (12 Rentals)
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1601 N Innsbruck Dr

2050 Pike Lake Dr

2526 UNIVERSITY AVE NE Minneapolis, Unit 2

347 24th Ave NE

1033 Thorndale Ave
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3606 N Bryant Ave

1761 7th St NW

1524 N 44th Ave

4040 Madison St NE

1307 22ND AVE NE, Unit 2

1922 Jefferson St NE, Unit 2 - Upper
Columbia Heights - One of the Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Minneapolis
Named as one of the Best Affordable Areas to rent in Minneapolis by our Minneapolis Local Expert Stephanie Lica. See how it ranks!
Columbia Heights, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Columbia Heights?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Columbia Heights 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,560 | $1,395 | $1,700 |
Columbia Heights 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,409 | $1,400 | $4,200 |
Columbia Heights 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,485 | $2,015 | $2,795 |
Columbia Heights 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,383 | $700 | $3,500 |
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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 $890. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Columbia Heights apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Oak Hills Apartments | One Bedroom/ One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $873 |
4060-4100 4th St NE | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $890 |
Central Avenue Lofts | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $939 |
KAH Properties - 350 Building | 1BR 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $955 |
1118 Lowry Ave NE | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $990 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Columbia Heights, MN and Nearby
As of April 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Columbia Heights area is the $1.35 price per square foot 2 Beds, 2 baths Model at 55+ Community - The Landings on Ninth in the in the Highview neighborhood starting from $1,350. The second greatest value Columbia Heights apartment is the 2 BR 1 Bath Model at Gauvette Park Apartments starting at $1,375 with a $1.44 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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55+ Community - The Landings on Ninth | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.35 |
Gauvette Park Apartments | 2 BR 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.44 |
Senior 55+ - Hart Lake Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
Melrose Gates | 1 Bed/ 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
Sage Park | One Bedroom 11A | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
Highcrest Manor Apartments | One bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
Riverwood Estates | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
The Yard 47 Apartments On Central | 4750 Central Ave - 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
Bottineau Commons | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
Central Avenue Lofts | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,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 398 Apartments for Rent in Columbia Heights, MN with pricing that ranges from $873 to $3,735. There are also 50 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Columbia Heights ranging from $700 to $4,200.
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 $700 to $4,200 with an average monthly rent of $2,034.
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 $3,735, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,400 to $4,200. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,015 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,195.
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Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.