Columbia Heights

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Columbia Heights, MN

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The Twin Cities are at your fingertips from this north Minneapolis suburb

Suburb Commuter Golf Parks Bike Friendly

Just five miles north of Downtown Minneapolis, Columbia Heights is a historic community that combines the amenities of the big city with the more relaxed pace of the suburbs. Most of the landscape is occupied by residential neighborhoods, with a rental market spanning from affordable small houses and apartments to more upscale condos and homes.

The majority of the city’s commercial activity runs along Central Avenue, with everything from international grocers to popular local eateries to the historic Heights Theatre located on this corridor. In addition to the urban resources of the Twin Cities, you’ll also be just minutes away from countless parks, golf courses, and other outdoor recreation facilities in the area.

Rent Trends

As of December 2024, the average apartment rent in Columbia Heights, MN is $912 for a studio, $1,125 for one bedroom, $1,341 for two bedrooms, and $2,095 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Columbia Heights has increased by 6.8% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,125/month
549 Sq Ft
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Transportation

64

Somewhat Walkable

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You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.

37

Some Transit

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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

55

Bikeable

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While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Schools

Highland Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

512 Students

3
out of 10

Valley View Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

540 Students

2
out of 10

Columbia Heights Extended Year

Public

Grades K-12

Rating Unavailable

Columbia Academy

Public

Grades 6-8

664 Students

2
out of 10

Columbia Heights Extended Year

Public

Grades K-12

Rating Unavailable

Columbia Heights Senior High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,092 Students

6
out of 10

Columbia Heights Extended Year

Public

Grades K-12

Rating Unavailable

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