Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Polaris South Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $800 (67 Rentals)

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High cross
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

High cross

160 High TidesColumbus, OH 43235
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Polaris Place
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Polaris Place

8901 Antares Park DrColumbus, OH 43240
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Worthington Meadows
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Worthington Meadows

699 Wellingshire BlvdColumbus, OH 43085
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Slate Hill
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Slate Hill

521-656 Slate Hill DrColumbus, OH 43085
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The Polaris Community
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Polaris Community

9180 Antares AveColumbus, OH 43240
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Polaris South, Columbus, OH Local Guide

Cheapest Available Polaris South Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Polaris South area of Columbus, OH is a Studio unit found at ReVi Columbus North priced from $860. Springburne at Polaris Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $903. Here are the most affordable Polaris South apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
ReVi Columbus NorthThe NestStudio,1BA$860
Springburne at Polaris ApartmentsDerby Renovated - StudioStudio,1BA$903
The Zelle at PolarisThe AtlasStudio,1BA$942
ReVi Worthington CrossingStudio - Coming Soon!Studio,1BA$999
MiradaPrism - Studio 1 Bath 354 sqftStudio,1BA$1,030
Residences at Northgate CrossingThe Worthington1BR,1BA$1,105
801 PolarisBranson1BR,1BA$1,120
High crossTHE FOXFIRE1BR,1BA$1,122
Allston PointeTHE ALUM1BR,1BA$1,127
Lakeside at the SanctuaryAspen1BR,1BA$1,140

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Polaris South, OH

As of June 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Polaris South area is the $1.38 price per square foot Super-UP ED Model at Park Club Townhomes in the in the North East Columbus neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value Polaris South 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 South apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Park Club TownhomesSuper-UP ED2BR,2.5BA$1.38
Stratford Chase TownhomesSilver Waitlist2BR,2.5BA$1.27
Fieldstone TraceTWO BEDROOM2BR,2.5BA$1.33
The Vanguard of PolarisThe Orion2BR,2.5BA$1.32
Provenance at PolarisYosemite2BR,2BA$1.46
Barrington Square ApartmentsThe Bradford, 2/1.52BR,1.5BA$1.43
Lakeside at the SanctuaryMaple2BR,1.5BA$1.38
Worthington MeadowsWillow2BR,1.5BA$1.39
The Residences at Liberty CrossingThe Easton: 2 Bed, 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.44
The Flats at Polaris2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.42

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Polaris South, Columbus, OH

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Our team is proud to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Columbus. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendliness, and other valuable search options. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Polaris South Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Polaris South?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Polaris South is at ReVi Columbus North listed at $835.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Polaris South Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Polaris South Apartment is $1,000 at ReVi Columbus North.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Polaris South Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Polaris South is starting from $1,149 at Northwoods Apartments.

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