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Fairlington, Alexandria, VA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Fairlington Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Fairlington area of Alexandria, VA is a Studio unit found at Monticello at Southern Towers priced from $1,332. Presidential Greens has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,344. Here are the most affordable Fairlington apartments for rent in Alexandria, VA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Monticello at Southern TowersS1AStudio,1BA$1,332
Presidential GreensPlan A1B1BR,1BA$1,344
Ashlawn at Southern TowersS1AStudio,1BA$1,365
Eaton SquareA21BR,1BA$1,418
Stratford at Southern TowersS1AStudio,1BA$1,421
Sherwood at Southern TowersS1AStudio,1BA$1,441
The Graham at Southern TowersS1BStudio,1BA$1,442
Lynbrook at Mark Center Apartment HomesOne Bedroom - 630 sqft1BR,1BA$1,480
Infinity ApartmentsAlpha Renovated1BR,1BA$1,495
Skyline TowersReagan Premier1BR,1BA$1,512

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fairlington, VA

As of December 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the Fairlington area is the $2.39 price per square foot 32a Model at The Encore in the in the Shirlington neighborhood starting from $2,769. The second greatest value Fairlington apartment is the Fairfax Model at Arrive 2801 starting at $2,452 with a $2.19 price per square foot in the Shirlington neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fairlington apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Encore32a3BR,3BA$2.39
Arrive 2801Fairfax1BR,1.5BA$2.19
Stoneridge at Mark Center Apartment HomesThree Bedroom 2 Bath3BR,2BA$2.30
Newport VillageOne Bedroom A1B1BR,1BA$1.99
The WhitmorePlan A1A1BR,1BA$2.39
ReNew AlexandriaBaltimore2BR,1BA$2.33
Willow Run at Mark Center Apartment HomesOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.19
Infinity ApartmentsAlpha Classic1BR,1BA$2.22
Skyline TowersLEnfant PremierStudio ,1BA$2.41
Eaton SquareA21BR,1BA$2.38

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Fairlington, Alexandria, VA

Ranked #16

Among cities in Virginia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Fairlington Neighborhood in Alexandria, VA

Walk Score®

82 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

81 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

46 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fairlington Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Fairlington?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Fairlington is at Monticello at Southern Towers listed at $1,332.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Fairlington Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Fairlington Apartment is $1,344 at Presidential Greens.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Fairlington Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Fairlington is starting from $1,700 at Brookdale at Mark Center Apartment Homes.

What is the most affordable Fairlington Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Fairlington Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Brookville Townhomes and starts from $2,325.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.