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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Polaris, OH

As of May 07, 2026 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 2 Bed 2.5 Bath Model at Traditions at Worthington Woods starting at $2,000 with a $1.03 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
Traditions at Worthington Woods2 Bed 2.5 Bath2BR,2.5BA$1.03
Park Club TownhomesAspen2BR,2.5BA$1.38
Stratford Chase TownhomesClassic2BR,2.5BA$1.19
Fieldstone TraceTWO BEDROOM2BR,2.5BA$1.29
Copley ParkThe Sapphire2BR,2BA$1.49
Lakeside at the SanctuaryMaple2BR,1.5BA$1.38
Worthington MeadowsWillow2BR,1.5BA$1.37
Worthington GreenThe Sycamore Renovated1BR,1BA$1.42
The Flats at Polaris2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.42

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Frequently Asked Questions about Polaris

What type of rentals are currently available in Polaris?

There are currently 71 Apartments for Rent in Polaris, OH with pricing that ranges from $815 to $3,220. There are also 16 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Polaris ranging from $1,500 to $3,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Polaris?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Polaris ranges from $1,500 to $3,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,462.

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