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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • On-site laundry
  • Covered parking
  • Pet friendly community

Location

8555 Lyra Drive, Columbus, Ohio 43240, United States|Polaris
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(844) 332-6278 ext. 5602

Property Overview

Columbus - Polaris is a highly rated property, achieving a Zumper expert rating of 9.3 out of 10, with exceptional scores for amenities, price, and location. It features on-site laundry, covered parking, and a pet-friendly environment, along with proximity to essential services and work-from-home options. This well-validated property combines quality living with transparency, making it an appealing choice for renters.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

9.3
Excellent
Columbus - Polaris is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Price and Amenities, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • Images Available
  • Laundry available on site

Great for

  • Work-from-home
  • Pet owners

Floor plans

Plan AStudio1 bath300 sqft$1,769 /mo

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Amenities for Columbus - Polaris

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningDining and Cooking Utensils
KitchenModern Lighting
Premium BeddingUpdated Bathrooms
Workspace

Appliances

Iron

Tech

Flat Screen TV'sPremium Cable Package Included

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Onsite Laundry

Grounds

Assigned ParkingPet-Friendly Community

Services

Breakfast/Coffee ConciergeConcierge Service
Free Local CallsPackage Service
VoiceMailWireless Internet Access
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit1

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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About Columbus - Polaris

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Columbus - Polaris is a Columbus Apartment located at 8555 Lyra Dr. The property features a Studio rental unit available starting at $1769. Amenities include Dogs Ok, Cats Ok, Pet Friendly Community, and On-Site Laundry. Covered Parking parking available. Contact us for a showing.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
9.3
/10
Excellent
Columbus - Polaris is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Price and Amenities, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.
How we rated Columbus - Polaris
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Columbus - Polaris offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·10A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
Columbus - Polaris stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Columbus - Polaris is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·9A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
Columbus - Polaris has a few standout characteristics that set it apart from similar properties nearby. Having both verified status and features that cater to discerning renters, this is a great option for renters looking for a specific and exceptional lifestyle.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
Columbus - Polaris provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

Columbus - Polaris is great for:

Work-from-home

  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • Extra room or space for at-home office
  • 2 office supply stores within 1 mile
  • 2 internet service provider options nearby

Pet owners

  • 2 pet grooming services nearby
  • 4 pet supply stores near the property
  • 2 pet hospitals in the area

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How Columbus - Polaris compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 1 mile away
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Package service
More secure storage for delivery

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Rent trends in Polaris

Median rents as of Dec 13 2025.
Polaris
Columbus
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Columbus
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$1,038
January 2024$1,074
February 2024$1,129
March 2024$1,208
April 2024$1,236
May 2024$1,250
June 2024$1,245
July 2024$1,273
August 2024$1,249
September 2024$1,230
October 2024$1,212
November 2024$1,200
December 2024$1,192
January 2025$1,197
February 2025$1,210
March 2025$1,200
April 2025$1,168
May 2025$1,173
June 2025$1,191
July 2025$1,211
August 2025$1,224
September 2025$1,244
October 2025$1,230
November 2025$1,207
December 2025$1,179
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Polaris
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$1,238
January 2024$1,240
February 2024$1,232
March 2024$1,247
April 2024$1,270
May 2024$1,244
June 2024$1,242
July 2024$1,255
August 2024$1,260
September 2024$1,225
November 2024$1,167
December 2024$1,140

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Bedrooms

Studio

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$70,760/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $70,760 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $1,769.
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Schools near Columbus - Polaris

Olentangy Meadows Elementary School

8950 emerald hill dr

lewis, OH, 43035

K-5Public
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Getting around Columbus near 8555 Lyra Drive

Walking

4/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Transit

1/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.

Points of interest for 8555 Lyra Drive, Columbus

Groceries

7/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

7/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

3/10
No elementary schools within a 30-minute walk

High schools

0/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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