Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Polaris Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $1,000 (52 Rentals)

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Polaris Place
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Polaris Place

8901 Antares Park DrColumbus, OH 43240
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High cross
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

High cross

160 High TidesColumbus, OH 43235
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Slate Hill
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Slate Hill

521-656 Slate Hill DrColumbus, OH 43085

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Westerville Commons
2 Bedroom Apartments

Westerville Commons

601 W Main StWesterville, OH 43081
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Monroe House
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Monroe House

401 Lazelle RdWesterville, OH 43081
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Grand at Polaris
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Grand at Polaris

850 Polaris Grand DrLewis Center, OH 43035
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Polaris Crossing
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Polaris Crossing

1100 Polaris Crossing BlvdWesterville, OH 43081
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Worthington Ridge
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Worthington Ridge

1410 Worthington Ridge BlvdWorthington, OH 43085
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Polaris, Columbus, OH Local Guide

Cheapest Available Polaris Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Polaris area of Columbus, OH is a Studio unit found at Springburne at Polaris Apartments priced from $1,011. Stafford House has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,047. Here are the most affordable Polaris apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Springburne at Polaris ApartmentsDerby Renovated - StudioStudio,1BA$1,011
Stafford HouseDartford1BR,1BA$1,047
The Zelle at PolarisThe WayfarerStudio,1BA$1,093
The Flats at Polaris1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,099
Forsythia CourtOne Bedroom Upgrade1BR,1BA$1,125
The View at PolarisThe Aquila1BR,1BA$1,129
Pierpont Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,139
Polaris PlaceThe Aurora1BR,1BA$1,152
Central Park Apartment HomesOlmstead1BR,1BA$1,165
Worthington GreenThe Sycamore Renovated1BR,1BA$1,179

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Polaris, OH

As of December 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Polaris area is the $1.32 price per square foot 3-Bedroom Townhome Model at Olentangy Reserve in Olentangy School District in the in the Wilshire neighborhood starting from $2,827. The second greatest value Polaris apartment is the Hemlock Model at Park Club Townhomes starting at $1,700 with a $1.31 price per square foot in the North East Columbus neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Polaris apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Olentangy Reserve in Olentangy School District3-Bedroom Townhome3BR,2.5BA$1.32
Park Club TownhomesHemlock2BR,2.5BA$1.31
Stratford Chase TownhomesPlatinum Renovation2BR,2.5BA$1.35
Fieldstone TraceTWO BEDROOM2BR,2.5BA$1.23
The Vanguard of PolarisThe Gemini2BR,2.5BA$1.31
Traditions at Worthington WoodsThe Brooke2BR,1.5BA$1.30
Worthington MeadowsWillow2BR,1.5BA$1.33
Dooley's OrchardThe Orange Blossom2BR,2BA$1.36
Lakeside at the SanctuaryAspen1BR,1BA$1.47
Worthington GreenThe Sycamore Renovated1BR,1BA$1.39

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Polaris, Columbus, OH

Ranked #55

Among cities in Ohio for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com works hard to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in areas across the United States, including Columbus. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for proximity to parks, luxury amenities, family-friendliness, raising pets, transit options, and more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Getting Around the Polaris Neighborhood in Columbus, OH

Walk Score®

52 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

48 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

21 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Polaris Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Polaris?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Polaris is at Springburne at Polaris Apartments listed at $1,011.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Polaris Apartment is $1,047 at Stafford House.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Polaris is starting from $1,208 at Springburne at Polaris Apartments.

What is the most affordable Polaris Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Polaris Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Allston Pointe and starts from $1,865.

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