Shannon Grimm
Howard Hanna Real Estate Svcs
(740) 809-3123
210 Total Sales
1 in Polaris South
$226,001 Price
Polaris South
Suburban Neighborhood in Columbus, Ohio
Franklin County 43240
$313,021
Average Value
$230
Average Price per Sq Ft
Polaris South is a bustling suburban enclave in north Columbus near a major employment center, a premier shopping district and sought-after schools. With apartments, condos and homes tucked away near a major highway, it’s only a short drive from the city’s downtown district.
The neighborhood features a subdivision of one- and two-story, single-family homes with two and three bedrooms, attached garages and small yards. Its quiet, narrow streets are laid out in a grid pattern, with parallel parking available. Nearby, you’ll find luxury condos and apartment buildings, including The Edge at Polaris, a gated, upscale apartment community with a heated swimming pool and fitness center. Home and condo prices typically range from $200,000 to $300,000.
Students attend Alum Creek Elementary School, Berkshire Middle School and Olentangy Orange High School, which is listed in the top 600 high schools in America by U.S. News and World Report. The Olentangy Public School District routinely achieves high rankings on Ohio’s annual report card, and is ranked “above average” by GreatSchools, a California-based nonprofit that provides information about United States school districts. Polaris South is bordered to the south by Worthington Christian School, a private, K-12 academy and two-time winner of the prestigious National Blue Ribbon award.
Polaris Fashion Place and Towne Center, a regional shopping and entertainment destination, is just north of the neighborhood. With boutique shopping, dining and department stores, you’ll find anything and everything you need there. Major grocery and department chains like Costco, Target, Kroger and Ikea are highlights of the town center, as are anchor tenants Macy’s, Saks Fifth Avenue and Public Lands outdoor store. It consistently ranks in the top 25 attractions in Columbus on Tripadvisor. It’s also home to Big Air Trampoline Park, Star Lanes bowling alley and the only Topgolf driving range in central Ohio.
Next door is McCoy Center, an office building occupied by JPMorgan Chase bank, a major regional employer with around 10,000 employees. At 2 million square feet, it’s the largest office building in Columbus and the second largest single-tenant office building in America, behind the Pentagon.
Realtor Koteswara Bodipudi of Red 1 Realty said Polaris South is “drawing a younger crowd” because of its proximity to the shopping center, nearby highways and McCoy Center. “Most of the people in that area work at Chase,” Bodipudi said.
Trails and outdoor activities are always within reach if you live in Polaris. Highbanks Metro Park, named for a lofty, 100-foot-high shale bluff overlooking the scenic Olentangy River, features nearly a dozen paths. It’s the most visited park in the Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks system, drawing around 1 million visitors every year. Sharon Woods Metro Park, a nearby forest sanctuary with several interconnecting trails, is also an excellent place to walk or ride a bike. Inniswood Metro Gardens, an extravagant, 123-acre botanical garden, is 6 miles away.
For a night out, head over to Uptown Westerville, a few miles east of Polaris South. There, you can take a stroll along vibrant State Street, where you’ll find historic buildings, boutique shops, casual and fine dining, breweries and art galleries.
With Interstate 71 a short drive away, Polaris South is just 10 miles from Ohio State University and 15 miles from major attractions in downtown Columbus like the Arena District and the Short North arts district.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Shannon Grimm
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Kathy Greenwell
Kathy Greenwell
Responds QuicklyHoward Hanna Real Estate Svcs
(380) 204-5303
179 Total Sales
1 in Polaris South
$197,496 Price
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Donald Peck
DP
Donald Peck
Responds QuicklyYHS Realty Group
(844) 884-9012
21 Total Sales
1 in Polaris South
$240,000 Price
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Kimberly Kovacs
Kimberly Kovacs
Coldwell Banker Realty
(380) 777-5790
319 Total Sales
1 in Polaris South
$244,000 Price
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Radhika Mukka
Radhika Mukka
Red 1 Realty
(313) 474-7391
126 Total Sales
4 in Polaris South
$226K - $335K Price Range
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Koteswara Bodipudi
Koteswara Bodipudi
Red 1 Realty
(380) 666-4464
443 Total Sales
4 in Polaris South
$250K - $385K Price Range
Schools
Source:
GreatSchools:
The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
View GreatSchools Rating Methodology
- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Flint Park
Polaris Founder's Park
Lazelle Woods Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
Metzger Park
Wystone Park
Highbluffs Park
- Bike Trails
- Trails
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Polaris South | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 5 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 3 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 7 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 7 | 4 |
| Larceny | 9 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 6 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Polaris South, Columbus sell after 15 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Polaris South, Columbus over the last 12 months is $309,019, down 6% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Home Trends
Median Price (12 Mo)
$325,000
Median 2 Bedroom Price
$251,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$230
Last 12 months Home Sales
13
Median List Price
$300,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-1%
Home Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
370
Median Year Built
2003
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,126
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Rent
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$951 - $1,465 per month
- The Zelle at Polaris
- Studio-1 Bed
- 1 Bath
- 368+ Sq Ft
- 484 Lazelle Rd
- Columbus, OH
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$1,192 - $3,345 per month
- The Avenue at Polaris Apartments
- 1-3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 608+ Sq Ft
- 8321 Seattle Ave
- Columbus, OH
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
2,934
Median Age
35
Population Density
13 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
8.2%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$86,781
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$97,113
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
100%
College Graduates
65.4%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
31.2%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
79.4%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
41''
Average Winter Low Temperature
22°F
Average Summer High Temperature
85°F
Annual Snowfall
19''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
60
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
65
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
26
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Nearby Neighborhoods
Park Club
A small triangle of life bordering parks, restaurants and shopping
Worthington Crossing
Access to highways, shopping and good schools make this a sought-after area
Worthington Highlands
Quiet community beside Polaris Fashion Place and numerous parks
Worthington Park
Low property-tax community served by highly rated Worthington school district
Olentangy
A social Columbus suburb with a growing community and career opportunities.
Slate Hill
A city condo community with low taxes and great schools
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