
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Polaris North Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $800 (45 Rentals)
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The Zelle at Polaris

Lakeside at the Sanctuary

801 Polaris

Northpark Place

The Thomas

The Galaxy at Polaris

The Pointe at Polaris

The Avenue at Polaris Apartments
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The Gardens at Polaris Apartments

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Polaris Place

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The Flats at Polaris

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The Lakes Of Olentangy

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Worthington Green

Provenance at Polaris

Remington Woods

Cedar Trace

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Oak Creek at Polaris

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Lake Club

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Stratford Chase Townhomes

Fieldstone Trace

The Vanguard of Polaris

8232 Baltimore Ave

967 Philadelphia Dr, Unit Carriage Oaks
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Polaris Crossing

Westerville Commons

Caldera House

Monroe House

Grand at Polaris

The Ravines at Westar

8009-8073 Cranes Crossing Dr

Enclave Village

321 Amber Wood Way
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Polaris North, Columbus, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Polaris North?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Polaris North Studio Apartments | $1,133 | $898 | $2,579 |
| Polaris North 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,336 | $945 | $1,879 |
| Polaris North 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,751 | $1,199 | $2,820 |
| Polaris North 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,183 | $1,714 | $2,839 |
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There are currently 45 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Polaris North Neighborhood of Columbus, OH.
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Cheapest Available Polaris North Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Polaris North area of Columbus, OH is a Studio unit found at Springburne at Polaris Apartments priced from $898. The Zelle at Polaris has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $942. Here are the most affordable Polaris North apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Springburne at Polaris Apartments | Derby Renovated - Studio | Studio,1BA | $898 |
| The Zelle at Polaris | The Atlas | Studio,1BA | $942 |
| Lakeside at the Sanctuary | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $1,015 |
| Mirada | Prism - Studio 1 Bath 354 sqft | Studio,1BA | $1,030 |
| Polaris Crossing | pc1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,103 |
| The Lakes Of Olentangy | The Oakpointe | 1BR,1BA | $1,149 |
| Northpark Place | One Bed, One Bath A | 1BR,1BA | $1,155 |
| The Thomas | Walnut | 1BR,1BA | $1,175 |
| The Galaxy at Polaris | The Pluto | Studio,1BA | $1,180 |
| Pierpont Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,189 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Polaris North, OH
As of May 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Polaris North area is the $1.47 price per square foot 3-BR Townhome Model at Enclave Village in the in the Wilshire neighborhood starting from $2,450. The second greatest value Polaris North apartment is the Silver Waitlist Model at Stratford Chase Townhomes starting at $1,650 with a $1.27 price per square foot in the Wilshire neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Polaris North apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enclave Village | 3-BR Townhome | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.47 |
| Stratford Chase Townhomes | Silver Waitlist | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.27 |
| Fieldstone Trace | TWO BEDROOM | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.33 |
| Park Club Townhomes | Super-UP ED | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.38 |
| Provenance at Polaris | Yosemite | 2BR,2BA | $1.47 |
| Lakeside at the Sanctuary | Maple | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.39 |
| Worthington Meadows | Willow | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.38 |
| Summerview | Two Bed, One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Worthington Green | The Sycamore Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| The Flats at Polaris | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.42 |
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Best Local Schools in Polaris North, Columbus, OH
Oak Creek Elementary School
Olentangy Orange Middle School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Polaris North Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Polaris North?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Polaris North is under $1,189.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Polaris North?
The cheapest apartment in Polaris North is Lakeside at the Sanctuary which is listed at $1,015, while the average apartment in Polaris North costs $1,995.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Polaris North?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 10 regular apartments in Polaris North that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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