
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Polaris Neighborhood of Columbus, OH from $900 (60 Rentals)
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The Zelle at Polaris

Lakeside at the Sanctuary

801 Polaris

Allston Pointe

Stafford House

The Galaxy at Polaris

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The Avenue at Polaris Apartments

Northpark Place
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The Gardens at Polaris Apartments

The Pointe at Polaris

The Thomas

Summerview

Retreat at Crosswoods

Kempton Apartments

7690 Barkwood Dr

Traditions at Worthington Woods

Furnished Studio-Columbus - Worthington
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High cross

Polaris Place

The Edge at Polaris

Stonehedge

Worthington Meadows

The View at Polaris

Slate Hill

The Polaris Community

9335 Polaris Green Dr

Alexander Park
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The Lakes Of Olentangy

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The Flats at Polaris

Cedar Trace

Worthington Green

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Copley Park

Dooley's Orchard
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Remington Woods

Oak Creek at Polaris

Provenance at Polaris

Lake Club

63-65-65 Keene Dr

Park Club Townhomes

Stratford Chase Townhomes

Fieldstone Trace

The Vanguard of Polaris
114 E Ticonderoga Dr, Unit F
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Polaris, Columbus, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Polaris?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Polaris Studio Apartments | $1,254 | $919 | $2,579 |
| Polaris 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,353 | $965 | $1,945 |
| Polaris 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,725 | $1,199 | $2,826 |
| Polaris 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,294 | $1,722 | $2,857 |
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There are currently 60 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Polaris Neighborhood of Columbus, OH.
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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 $919. 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 apartments for rent in Columbus, OH:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Springburne at Polaris Apartments | Derby Renovated - Studio | Studio,1BA | $919 |
| The Zelle at Polaris | The Atlas | Studio,1BA | $942 |
| Alexander Park | Buckingham | 1BR,1BA | $970 |
| Forsythia Court | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Mirada | Prism - Studio 1 Bath 354 sqft | Studio,1BA | $1,030 |
| Lakeside at the Sanctuary | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $1,110 |
| 801 Polaris | Branson | 1BR,1BA | $1,114 |
| High cross | THE FOXFIRE | 1BR,1BA | $1,122 |
| Allston Pointe | THE ALUM | 1BR,1BA | $1,127 |
| Polaris Crossing | pc1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,143 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Polaris, OH
As of June 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Polaris area is the $1.52 price per square foot 3-BR Townhome Model at Enclave Village in the in the Wilshire neighborhood starting from $2,540. The second greatest value Polaris apartment is the TWO BEDROOM Model at Fieldstone Trace starting at $1,725 with a $1.33 price per square foot in the Lakes of Worthington neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Polaris 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 | $1.52 |
| Fieldstone Trace | TWO BEDROOM | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.33 |
| Park Club Townhomes | Super-UP ED | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.38 |
| Stratford Chase Townhomes | Silver Waitlist | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.27 |
| Provenance at Polaris | Yosemite | 2BR,2BA | $1.46 |
| Lakeside at the Sanctuary | Maple | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.40 |
| Worthington Meadows | Willow | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.39 |
| Worthington Green | The Sycamore Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| The Flats at Polaris | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Alexander Park | Buckingham | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
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Best Local Schools in Polaris, Columbus, OH
Worthington Park Elementary School
Olentangy Orange Middle School
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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 $919.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Polaris Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Polaris Apartment is $970 at Alexander Park.
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 $1,199 at The Flats at Polaris.
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 $1,722.
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