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Polaris on the Park

Updated 2026-07-17 · 2,441 reviewed · 809 listed · Scored from 126 Google reviews · How we rank ›

3.7(126) 61 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified Publishes prices
Affordable & Section 8 Housing
Polaris on the Park
Service
Affordable & Section 8 Housing
Reviews
126

What we found

Half the reviews are five-star praise for friendly staff and fast maintenance; the other half report serious infrastructure failures and poor management response. Those staying long-term cite affordable rent and safety, but newer or recently-departed residents document repeated roof flooding, broken security gates left unrepaired for months, pest infestations pest control couldn't solve, and aggressive pursuit of move-out fees.

Praised for
  • responsive maintenance staff
  • friendly office staff
  • clean common areas
  • affordable rent
  • convenient location
Watch-outs
  • roof leaks during storms
  • poor pest control management
  • security gate frequently broken
  • unclean dog park
  • car towing disputes
  • unresponsive emergency maintenance
  • management accountability issues
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Best for: Budget-conscious renters prioritizing low monthly costs over building condition.
Think twice if: History of roof leaks, unresolved security issues (broken gate), and pest problems; check move-out procedures carefully.

What this place gets right

  • affordable rent starting at $999
  • responsive maintenance within 24 hours
  • friendly, helpful office staff
  • on-site amenities (pool, dog park)

Before you tour or apply

  • Fire department has responded to numerous calls about roof leaks during storms
  • Security gate broken approximately 80% of the time over multiple years
  • Staff named: Mike, Eric (office), Eric Herrera (property manager)
  • Some tenants stayed 12+ years; others faced emergency roof flooding and roach infestations
  • Move-out disputes: management entered units without notice, charged disputed fees, attempted charges after move-out

Resident ratings

Affordable & Section 8 Housing
Long-term tenants value the price; recent residents report infrastructure failures and management disputes that undermine affordability gains.

How it stacks up

  • Rated 3.7 against a 3.93 average across the 213 affordable & section 8 housing businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 45% of the businesses in this directory.

What keeps coming up

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How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 17
Review volume 91
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 44
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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FAQ

How fast is maintenance response?
Reviewers report maintenance typically comes within 24 hours of a request; emergency calls are faster. However, one resident experienced no response during a roof flood emergency despite contacting on-site emergency maintenance.
What is the starting rent?
Their website lists starting rent at $999 or $1,199 depending on the floor plan. Application fee is $50 and security deposit is $250.
Is the dog park a problem?
Multiple reviewers noted the dog park is often littered with dog waste and poorly maintained. One resident reported an unleashed aggressive dog and poor enforcement of pet rules.

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Last updated 2026-07-17