The Gardens at Polaris Apartments

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(380) 205-8943
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1500 Royal Gold Dr, Columbus, OH 43240

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The Gardens at Polaris Apartments

1500 Royal Gold Dr
Columbus, OH 43240
(380) 205-8943
The Gardens at Polaris Apartments in Columbus, OH - Building Photo
  • 1–3 Bedrooms
  • $1,235-$2,067Pricing
  • 768–1,413Square Feet

About The Gardens at Polaris Apartments

The Gardens at Polaris Apartments is a modern, pet-friendly apartment community in Columbus, Ohio near I-71 and I-270. We offer 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom and 3-bedroom luxury apartments for rent featuring full-sized washer and dryers in every unit, private covered balconies or patios, expansive closets, garden-style soaking tubs and nine-foot ceilings with crown molding. Residents have convenient, easy access to shopping, dining and entertainment at the Polaris Fashion Place and Westerville Square. We are close to major employers and schools such as JP Morgan Chase, Nationwide, OhioHealth, The Ohio State University, Otterbein University and the prestigious Olentangy School District, as well as I-71 and I-270, connecting to John Glenn Columbus International Airport and the greater Ohio area. At The Gardens at Polaris Apartments we redefine apartment living. We nurture our community with personalized services that will ease the stress of your busy lifestyle. We have a variety of unique community amenities such as a resort-style swimming pool, a fully-equipped fitness center, a grilling station area with picnic tables and seating, a fire pit lounge area, a walking trail surrounding a lake with fountains and more! Contact us today to see what’s available! Call us: / Email us: Or stop by: 1500 Royal Gold Dr, Columbus, OH 43240 In 2023 The Gardens at Polaris Apartments earned the IREM(R) Certified Sustainable Property designation. This certification is a mark of distinction for multifamily properties. IREM’s sustainability certification provides properties with recognition for resource efficiency and environmental programs. The Gardens at Polaris Apartments met key requirements in energy, water, health, recycling and purchasing to achieve this designation. See our Sustainability page!

The Gardens at Polaris Apartments is located in the Polaris South Neighborhood and 43240 Zip code of Columbus, OH. This community is professionally managed by Sentinel Real Estate Corporation

Unique Features and Amenities

  • 24-Hour Emergency Maintenance
  • Ceiling fans in bedrooms and living area
  • Coffee bar area
  • Electronic parcel locker system
  • Energy efficient gas heating
  • Expansive Closets
  • Fire Pit and Lounge Area
  • Full-sized washer and dryers included
  • Fully-equipped fitness center
  • Garden-style soaking tubs
  • Gas fireplace with decorative mantel available
  • Hammock Garden
  • Nine-Foot Ceilings with Crown Molding
  • On-Site Recycling Center
  • Patio with ping pong table and lounge area
  • Private covered balcony/patios
  • Resort-style swimming pool with Wi-Fi access
  • Spacious attached garages*
  • Walking trail surrounding lake with fountains
  • Wi-Fi Access In Clubhouse and Pool Area

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Floorplan Pricing and Availability

The Gardens at Polaris Apartments offers 1 to 3 Bedroom apartments starting from $1,235 and having 768–1,413 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

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  • 1 Bedroom

    A1 (Apple Blossom)

    From $1,235

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 768 sq ft
    Available Now
    Cheapest 1 BedroomThis is the cheapest 1 Bedroom at this Property

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtView Details
    $1,235Available Now1463768
    $1,293Available Now1360768
    $1,273 March 20, 20261358768

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Smoke Free

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $1,235 - $1,565

    Current Available Pricing

    • $1,235 - $1,293

    Unit 1463 Amenities and Features

    Features

    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Smoke Free

    Unit 1463 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,235
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    Model Price Range

    • $1,235 - $1,565

    Unit 1360 Amenities and Features

    Features

    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Smoke Free

    Unit 1360 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,293
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    Model Price Range

    • $1,235 - $1,565

    Unit 1358 Amenities and Features

    Features

    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Smoke Free

    Unit 1358 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,273
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    Model Price Range

    • $1,235 - $1,565

    A2 (Azalea no garage)

    From $1,390

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 842 sq ft
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtView Details
    $1,437Available Now8254842
    $1,390Available Now8266842

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Balcony
    • Ceiling Fans
    • Fireplace
    • Heating
    • Wi-Fi

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $1,390 - $1,704

    Current Available Pricing

    • $1,390 - $1,437

    Unit 8254 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,437
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    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $1,390 - $1,704

    Unit 8266 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,390
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    Model Price Range

    • $1,390 - $1,704

    A3 (Azalea with garage)

    From $1,540

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 842 sq ft
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $1,540Available Now1415842

    Unit 1415 Amenities and Features

    Features

    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Smoke Free

    Unit 1415 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,540
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    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $1,540 - $1,806

    A4 (Daisy with garage)

    From $1,763

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 1043 sq ft
    Available Mar 23
    Largest 1 BedroomThis is the largest 1 Bedroom at this Property

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $1,763 March 23, 202615961043

    Unit 1596 Amenities and Features

    Features

    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Smoke Free

    Unit 1596 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,763
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    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $1,763 - $2,092
  • 2 Bedrooms

    B1 (Babys Breath no garage)

    From $1,580

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1174 sq ft
    Available Mar 19
    Cheapest 2 BedroomThis is the cheapest 2 Bedroom at this Property

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtView Details
    $1,639 March 19, 202613411174
    $1,594 March 31, 202613391174
    $1,630 April 13, 202614061174

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Smoke Free

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $1,580 - $1,889

    Current Available Pricing

    • $1,594 - $1,639

    Unit 1341 Amenities and Features

    Features

    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Smoke Free

    Unit 1341 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,639
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    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $1,580 - $1,889

    Unit 1339 Amenities and Features

    Features

    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Smoke Free

    Unit 1339 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,594
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    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $1,580 - $1,889

    Unit 1406 Amenities and Features

    Features

    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Smoke Free

    Unit 1406 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,630
    • View Details and Rent Estimate

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $1,580 - $1,889

    B3 (Begonia with garage)

    From $1,807

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1207 sq ft
    Available Apr 10
    Largest 2 BedroomThis is the largest 2 Bedroom at this Property

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $1,807 April 10, 202615311207

    Unit 1531 Amenities and Features

    Features

    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Smoke Free

    Unit 1531 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,807
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    Model Price Range

    • $1,807 - $2,108

    B2 (Babys Breath with garage)

    From $1,701

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1174 sq ft
    Available Apr 17

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $1,701 April 17, 202616181174

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Balcony
    • Ceiling Fans
    • Fireplace
    • Heating
    • Wi-Fi

    Unit 1618 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,701
    • View Details and Rent Estimate

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $1,701 - $1,964
  • 3 Bedrooms

    C1 (Carnation with garage)

    From $2,067

    3 Beds, 2 Baths, 1413 sq ft
    Available Apr 1

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $2,067 April 1, 202615911413

    Unit 1591 Amenities and Features

    Features

    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Smoke Free

    Unit 1591 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $2,067
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    Model Price Range

    • $2,067 - $2,491
Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

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Fees and Policies

The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified. Use the Cost Calculator to determine costs based on your needs.

Required Fees

One-Time Basics

Due at Application
Application Fee Per ApplicantiCharged per applicant.$50
Due at Move-In
Administrative FeeiCharged per unit.$150

Other Fees and Policies

Pet Fees

Cat

Cat FeeiCharged per Pet.$350
Cat RentiCharged Per Pet.$40/mo
75 lbs. Weight Limit
Restrictions:

Pets must be house-broken and properly inoculated. Breed restrictions include but are not limited to: Akita, Husky, Chow, Pit Bull, Doberman Pinscher, Presa Canario, Elkhound, Rottweiler, German Shepherd, St. Bernard, Great Dane, Wolf Breeds.

Comments:

Only one nonrefundable fee for 1 or 2 pets of $350 due at move-in. Only one fee for 1 or 2 pets of $40 a month. Two pet limit, full-grown maximum weight of 75 lbs. for each pet. Dogs and cats are most welcome.

Dog

Dog FeeiCharged per Pet.$350
Dog RentiCharged Per Pet.$40/mo
75 lbs. Weight Limit
Restrictions:

Pets must be house-broken and properly inoculated. Breed restrictions include but are not limited to: Akita, Husky, Chow, Pit Bull, Doberman Pinscher, Presa Canario, Elkhound, Rottweiler, German Shepherd, St. Bernard, Great Dane, Wolf Breeds.

Comments:

Only one nonrefundable fee for 1 or 2 pets of $350 due at move-in. Only one fee for 1 or 2 pets of $40 a month. Two pet limit, full-grown maximum weight of 75 lbs. for each pet. Dogs and cats are most welcome.

Parking Info and Fees

Surface Lot
  • 1 Max
Other

Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

Features and Amenities

On-Site Services

  • Recycling

Community Features

  • Walk Up
  • Clubhouse
  • Lounge

Recreation and Fitness

  • Fitness Center
  • Walking/Biking Trails
  • Pool

Interior Features

  • Balcony
  • Heating
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Fireplace
  • Wi Fi

Living Area Features

  • Crown Molding

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
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1500 Royal Gold Dr, Columbus, OH 43240

Hours and Contact Info

Call Us - Open Now!
Currently Closed
By Appointment
Monday8:30 am–5:30 pm
Tuesday8:30 am–5:30 pm
Wednesday8:30 am–5:30 pm
Thursday8:30 am–5:30 pm
Friday8:30 am–5:30 pm
Saturday10:00 am–5:00 pm
SundayClosed

Frequently Asked Questions about The Gardens at Polaris Apartments

Where is The Gardens at Polaris Apartments located?

The Gardens at Polaris Apartments is located at 1500 Royal Gold Dr near the Polaris South area of Columbus, OH

What is the current rent range at The Gardens at Polaris Apartments?

1 Bedroom to 3 Bedroom Apartments at The Gardens at Polaris Apartments currently range from $1,235 to $2,067

When is the leasing office open?

  • The office Hours for The Gardens at Polaris Apartments are
  • Monday 8:30 am–5:30 pm
  • Tuesday 8:30 am–5:30 pm
  • Wednesday 8:30 am–5:30 pm
  • Thursday 8:30 am–5:30 pm
  • Friday 8:30 am–5:30 pm
  • Saturday 10:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Sunday Closed

Are pets allowed?

Call us today to find out our pet policy and if we allow pets

Lifestyle Ratings

  • Affordability Nice Value3.2

    The The Gardens at Polaris Apartments Apartments are 8.03% cheaper than the average apartment in the Polaris South area, and 9.97% cheaper than the average apartment city-wide.

    Rent Comparison to the Polaris South Neighborhood

    FloorplanLowest Price HereNeighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
    1 Bedroom$1,235$1,326-$91-6.9%
    2 Bedroom$1,580$1,694-$114-6.7%
    3 Bedroom$2,067$2,309-$242-10.5%

    Rent Comparison to the city of Columbus

    FloorplanLowest Price HereCity Average RentCost Difference%
    1 Bedroom$1,235$1,421-$186-13.1%
    2 Bedroom$1,580$1,750-$170-9.7%
    3 Bedroom$2,067$2,226-$159-7.1%

    Methodology: On 03/11/2026, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 160 other apartment communities in the immediate area around The Gardens at Polaris Apartments (Polaris South), and 5007 other apartment communities in Columbus using today’s up-to-date pricing using the sum/count averaging formula. This data will be updated in real-time as prices fluctuate.

    Rent Pricing Data as of 03/11/2026

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Renters Reviews and Ratings

4.9
2 Renters Reviews
ⓘ How is this Rating Determined?The property ratings on ApartmentHomeLiving.com are created using a 5-star scale that includes average renter review scores combined with building ratings to determine an overall blended property score.

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  • Great Place to Live

    September 5, 2022
    I've live here for 2.5 years, never had any issues with neighbors, I always see children having fun outside, pretty quiet, the staff has always been kind and professional, and they always fix any issues asap. I'm going to move out soon to move in with my boyfriend and I'm honestly pretty sad to leave.
    • Property Manager Responded

      September 9, 2022
      We are so glad to hear that your experience here at The Gardens at Polaris was 5-star and that we were able to make our community feel like home. We appreciate your loyalty during your time here and we wish you all the best in your future endeavors! Take care!
    Review from Apartments.com
  • MOST UNSAFE apartment community in the Polaris area

    November 26, 2019
    This is the MOST UNSAFE apartment community in the Polaris area. Recently there is a series of burglaries happened in this apartment community. Also there were many incidents where cars were damaged and stolen. However, the apartment management is not willing to take any actions on that. PLEASE AVOID THIS PLACE AT ALL COSTS. I am also planning to leave this place soon.
    • Property Manager Responded

      December 3, 2019
      We want to assure you that safety is our top priority. Our team would like to speak with you, but we cannot locate you in our records as a current nor past resident. We feel this is a mischaracterization of our community and we would love to connect with you about this. Please feel free to drop by our office or give us a call at (614) 781-8220. Thank you.
    Review from Apartments.com

Nearby Schools

Olentangy Orange Middle School

Olentangy Local
2680 East Orange Road
Public School - Grades 6-8 (1056 Students)
In Attendance Zone5 minute drive / 2.5 miles away
8/10

Orange High School

Olentangy Local
2840 E Orange Rd
Public School - Grades 9-12 (1864 Students)
In Attendance Zone5 minute drive / 2.5 miles away
8/10

Olentangy Meadows Elementary School

Olentangy Local
8950 Emerald Hill Drive
Public School - Grades K-5 (529 Students)
In Attendance Zone5 minute drive / 1.7 miles away
7/10
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from The Gardens at Polaris Apartments.

Arts Museums and Landmarks

The Doll Museum at The Old Rectory

50 W New England Ave
9 minute drive / 4.22 miles away

Big Box and Retail

Lowe's

1465 Polaris Pky
1 minute drive / 0.13 miles away

Target

1485 Polaris Pky
1 minute drive / 0.13 miles away

Macy's

1300 Polaris Pky
1 minute drive / 0.36 miles away

Colleges and Universities

Otterbein College

1 South Grove Street
5 minute drive / 2.48 miles away

Columbus State Community College - Delaware Campus

5100 Cornerstone Drive
14 minute drive / 6.65 miles away

The Ohio State University

190 N. Oval Mall
20 minute drive / 9.61 miles away

Groceries

Kroger

60 Worthington Sq
6 minute drive / 2.92 miles away

Giant Eagle

1000 E Dublin Granville Rd
7 minute drive / 3.54 miles away

Meijer

5555 Cleveland Ave
9 minute drive / 4.22 miles away

Hospitals

Mount Carmel St. Ann's

500 South Cleveland Avenue
5 minute drive / 2.42 miles away

Sun Behavioral Columbus

900 East Dublin Granville Road
7 minute drive / 3.66 miles away

Riverside Methodist Hospital

3535 Olentangy River Rd
17 minute drive / 7.94 miles away

Parks and Recreation

Indian Village

3200 Indian Village Drive
22 minute drive / 10.28 miles away

The Gardens at Polaris Apartments has 1 park within 10.3 miles, including Indian Village.

Restaurants and Dining

Taste of Bali

2548 Bethel Rd
16 minute drive / 7.69 miles away

Shopping Centers

Polaris Towne Center

1319 Polaris Pky
1 minute drive / 0.24 miles away

Polaris Fashion Place

1500 Polaris Pky
1 minute drive / 0.38 miles away

The Market at Polaris

1071 Gemini Pky
1 minute drive / 0.55 miles away

The Gardens at Polaris Apartments has 5 shopping centers within 0.6 miles.

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Rental Price Ranges in the Area

BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
Columbus Studio Apartments $1,195$300$3,262
Columbus 1 Bedroom Apartments $1,421$300$4,559
Columbus 2 Bedroom Apartments $1,750$300$8,391
Columbus 3 Bedroom Apartments $2,226$874$8,556
Columbus 4 Bedroom Apartments $2,674$625$10,000+
Columbus 5 Bedroom Apartments $2,767$1,500$10,000+
Columbus 6 Bedroom Apartments $3,508$2,500$4,560

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