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Polaris on the Park

$899 – $1,499/mo

  • 1–3 bedrooms
  • 1–2 baths
  • 720–1,344 sq ft
  • 46 units available
  • Pet friendly
1720 Woodward St, Austin, TX, 78741

As of October 13, 2026, Polaris on the Park in Austin, TX has 46 apartments for rent from $899 to $1,499/mo. One-bedrooms start at $899, two-bedrooms at $1,049, and three-bedrooms at $1,399. The average asking rent has fallen 1.3% since July 1, 2026, from $1,084 to $1,070.

Floor plans

4 floor plans · 46 available units · Prices checked October 13, 2026

2 Bedroom

2 Bedrooms • 1.5 Baths • 904 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,049/mo

36 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
1714-102$1,049904Dec 17
1724-201$1,049904Dec 17
1722-121$1,049904May 22
1722-225$1,049904Jul 12
1716-206$1,049904Aug 10
1722-204$1,049904Oct 12
1722-221$1,049904Jan 29
1720-208$1,049904Mar 22
1724-202$1,049904Mar 23
1720-213$1,049904Apr 10
1714-208$1,049904May 18
1722-208$1,049904May 28
1720-101$1,049904Jun 10
1720-201$1,049904Jun 10
1724-101$1,049904Jun 11
1716-209$1,049904Jun 22
1720-114$1,049904Jun 22
1720-214$1,049904Jun 29
1720-211$1,049904Jul 10
1722-227$1,049904Jul 11
1716-102$1,049904Jul 12
1714-203$1,049904Aug 10
1716-211$1,049904Aug 10
1722-213$1,049904Aug 10
1722-231$1,049904Aug 11
1722-234$1,049904Aug 23
1720-204$1,049904Sep 10
1722-109$1,049904Sep 10
1722-230$1,049904Sep 10
1720-203$1,049904Oct 1
1716-111$1,049904Oct 10
1720-215$1,049904Oct 10
1722-224$1,049904Oct 10
1714-210$1,049904Nov 7
1720-112$1,049904Dec 2
1714-106$1,049904Dec 10

Townhouse

2 Bedrooms • 1 Bath • 1,056 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,499/mo

3 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
1710-109$1,4991,056Jul 10
1710-102$1,4991,056Sep 10
1710-106$1,4991,056Sep 10

3 Bedroom

3 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,344 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,399/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
1712-205$1,3991,344Dec 10

See all 68 units listed at Polaris on the Park, including ones no longer available.


Rent history

Over the past year, the average asking rent at Polaris on the Park has ranged from $1,042 to $1,094. The current average is $1,070, down $14 (1.3%) from $1,084 at the start.

Prices reflect the average advertised rent across units listed as available each day (89 days observed).
MonthAverage asking rentLowest – highestUnits listed
Oct 2026$1,077$899 – $1,49948
Sep 2026$1,049$899 – $1,04921
Aug 2026$1,043$899 – $1,04924
Jul 2026$1,078$899 – $1,49934

Fees & lease terms

  • Rent

    $899 – $1,499/mo
  • Security deposit

    $250
  • Earliest move-in

    Jan 29

Cost to rent here

The all-in monthly cost by apartment size, and how the rent compares across the Austin area.

Lowest-priced apartment: 1 Bedroom at $899

$1,149/mo

$250/mo above the advertised rent

  • Rent

    $899

  • Electric, gas, water

    est.

    $157

  • Internet

    est.

    $76

  • Renters insurance

    est.

    $17

  • All-in monthly

    $1,149

By apartment size

SizeRent fromAll-in monthlyIncome to qualify
1 bedroom$899$1,149$32,364/yr
2 bedrooms$1,049$1,372$37,764/yr
3 bedrooms$1,399$1,819$50,364/yr

Landlords commonly look for a monthly income of three times the rent, about $32,364 a year for the $899 one-bedroom. The median renter household in Austin earns $70,155 a year.

Compared with the Austin area

The median two-bedroom at Polaris on the Park asks $1,049 a month, 24% below the Austin area's typical two-bedroom asking rent of $1,372. Typical asking rents across the area are down 2.8% from a year earlier.

SizeMedian asking rent hereAustin-area asking rentAustin rent paid
1 bedroom$899$1,143$1,544
2 bedrooms$1,049$1,372$1,845
3 bedrooms$1,399—$2,202
Area asking rent: typical rent asked for a new lease across the Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX metro, Apartment List Rent Estimates, August 2026.Rent paid: median rent including utilities across all renter households in Austin, U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey, 2020–2024.
Rows marked “est.” are averages for this area scaled to the apartment, not quotes from the property. The income figure is a common screening rule, not this property’s requirement.

Amenities

  • 5 Minutes From Downtown Austin

  • Business Center

  • Dishwasher

  • Dogpark

  • Dog Park

  • Electric Stove

  • Google Fiber

  • Onsite Laundry

  • Oven

  • Pet Friendly

  • Plank Wood Flooring.

  • Pool

  • Refrigerator

  • Swimming Pool

  • Vinyl Planking Throughout

  • Washer And Dryer Hook-Ups

  • Yard


Amenity photos

  • Pool
    2 photos

Location

1720 Woodward St, Austin, TX, 78741


Resident reviews

3.2 · 100+ reviews
Overall rating
Positive
Mixed
Neutral
Negative
Management4.2
Location4.7
Maintenance4.5
Building Quality3.8
Amenities and Shared Spaces4.3

Polaris on the Park offers affordable housing with a convenient location near downtown Austin and responsive maintenance service, though residents report persistent challenges with pest control, aging infrastructure, and strict towing policies. Staff professionalism varies, with many praising office and maintenance responsiveness, while others cite communication gaps and deposit return delays. The property appeals to budget-conscious renters seeking spacious units and proximity to transit, but prospective residents should be aware of recurring issues with roaches, roof leaks, and vehicle towing enforcement.

Management and office staff receive consistently high praise for responsiveness, friendliness, and helpfulness with maintenance requests typically resolved within 24 hours to one week. However, several residents report serious concerns about towing policies, security infrastructure, pest control effectiveness, and billing practices, with some describing management as unresponsive to safety issues and inconsistent in policy enforcement.

Polaris on the Park offers a convenient location near downtown Austin, major highways, and transit access, with affordable pricing that residents consistently praise. The property benefits from responsive maintenance and friendly office staff, though the older buildings show their age with occasional pest issues and limited walkability to nearby amenities. Parking logistics require attention to visitor registration to avoid towing, and the location balances proximity to urban areas with a quieter residential setting.

Maintenance response is generally prompt, with most residents reporting repairs completed within 24 hours to one week. The maintenance team is frequently described as skilled, courteous, and responsive to work orders. However, a small number of residents experienced significant delays or incomplete repairs, particularly with roof leaks and plumbing issues, and one resident reported an emergency maintenance request that went unaddressed.

This older property offers spacious units at affordable prices with responsive maintenance staff, but residents consistently report pest control challenges and building condition issues typical of aging construction. Noise insulation varies by unit type, with townhouses offering better sound isolation than standard apartments with wood-frame construction. Security concerns including car break-ins and towing incidents appear in multiple reviews, though long-term residents generally feel safe on the property.

Polaris on the Park offers good value for the price with responsive maintenance and friendly staff who address requests quickly. Amenities include on-site laundry, pool, dog park, and nearby green spaces, though some residents report issues with laundry equipment quality and pool maintenance. Visitor parking enforcement is strict with towing policies that lack clear signage, and some units have older features like poor insulation and window gaps.

Summaries are written by AI from reviews residents posted on public review sites such as Google and ApartmentRatings. Each topic shows how many of those reviews discuss it.

Getting around

Car-Dependent

Minimal Transit

Bikeable


About this property

Polaris on the Park - Renovated Apartments. Best prices in South Austin. Renovated apartments steps town South Congress Entertainment District, St. Edwards University and short distance to downtown Austin, Hike and Bike Trail and University of Texas! Interior include wood plank flooring, stainless steel appliances, two tone paint, large closets and much more! Amenities include beautiful courtyards, a large dog park, large pool and sun deck! Take a virtual tour: https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=jA1e7g72dHV


Nearby schools

SchoolTypeLevelDistance

Future Stars Child Development Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.3 mi

The Excel Center for Adults AYW

Charter · High
CharterHigh0.4 mi

The Excel Center for Adults - South Austin

Charter · High
CharterHigh0.4 mi

Linder Elementary School

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary0.6 mi

Baty Elementary School

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary2.0 mi

Extend A Care-Baty

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool2.0 mi

Escuela Montessori De Montopol

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool2.5 mi

IDEA Montopolis Academy

Charter · Elementary
CharterElementary2.8 mi

IDEA Montopolis College Preparatory

Charter · High
CharterHigh2.8 mi

Montopolis Friendship Center

Private · Elementary
PrivateElementary3.0 mi

Contact & management