
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Fairlington Neighborhood of Arlington, VA from $900 (124 Rentals)
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Shelton Apartments

1100 23rd Rd S

Apex Apartments

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5008 Columbia Pike, Unit #3

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Crystal House

Infinity Apartments

Allendale Garden Apartments

5353 Columbia Pike

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Shirlington House
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2108 S Quincy St

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Columbia Grove Apartments

3404 25th St S

Bartton Place

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989 S Buchanan St, Unit #308

Parc View Apartments

Park Shirlington

Dolley Madison Towers

989 S Buchanan St

1600 S Barton St, Unit 750
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5353 Columbia Pike, Unit 504

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The Park At Arlington Ridge

Sofi 55 Hundred

Wildwood Park

Fort Henry Gardens

4600 S Four Mile Run Dr

Arna Valley View Apartments

Apex Apartments

Arbor Heights

Barcroft Apartments
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Arlington Mill Residences

Harvey Hall

Aurora Hills Apartments

Columbia Hills Apartments

5105 10th Pl S

Buchanan Gardens Apartments

Greenbrier Apartments

Serrano Apartments

Alister Arlington Ridge

The Spectrum
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4529 28th Rd S #C C

The Fields of Arlington

The Shell

Monticello at Southern Towers

Ashlawn at Southern Towers

Sherwood at Southern Towers

Stratford at Southern Towers

Longview Terrace Apartments

The Graham at Southern Towers

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Presidential Greens
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Fairlington, Arlington, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Fairlington?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairlington Studio Apartments | $1,590 | $1,066 | $2,700 |
| Fairlington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,187 | $1,092 | $5,648 |
| Fairlington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,729 | $1,650 | $9,043 |
| Fairlington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,180 | $1,921 | $10,000+ |
| Fairlington 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,097 | $3,870 | $8,324 |
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There are currently 124 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Fairlington Neighborhood of Arlington, VA.
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Cheapest Available Fairlington Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Fairlington area of Washington, VA is a Studio unit found at Monticello at Southern Towers priced from $1,107. Ashlawn at Southern Towers has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,175. Here are the most affordable Fairlington apartments for rent in Washington, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monticello at Southern Towers | S1C | Studio,1BA | $1,107 |
| Ashlawn at Southern Towers | S1A | Studio,1BA | $1,175 |
| Sherwood at Southern Towers | S1A | Studio,1BA | $1,198 |
| Stratford at Southern Towers | S1A | Studio,1BA | $1,272 |
| The Square at 511 Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,299 |
| The Graham at Southern Towers | S1B | Studio,1BA | $1,312 |
| Presidential Greens | Plan A1B | 1BR,1BA | $1,343 |
| Harvey Hall | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,372 |
| Eaton Square | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,433 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fairlington, VA
As of April 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Fairlington area is the $1.42 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at The Shell in the in the Ashton Heights neighborhood starting from $1,845. The second greatest value Fairlington apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Model at Jackson Crossing starting at $2,023 with a $1.64 price per square foot in the Northeast Alexandria neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fairlington apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Shell | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.42 |
| Jackson Crossing | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| London Park Towers Apartments | 2 Bedrooms + 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| St. James Plaza | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.64 |
| Willow Run at Mark Center Apartment Homes | Two Bedroom 1.5 Bath- 1047 sqft | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.07 |
| Del Ray Bellefonte | 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Arrive 2801 | Norfolk | 1BR,1BA | $2.12 |
| Apex Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.79 |
| Newport Village | One Bedroom A1B | 1BR,1BA | $2.02 |
| 5008 Columbia Pike, Unit #3 | 5008 Columbia Pike | 1BR,1BA | $1.96 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleFairlington, Arlington, VA
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Fairlington, Arlington, VA
Alexandria City High School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fairlington Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Fairlington?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Fairlington is under $1,433.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Fairlington?
The cheapest apartment in Fairlington is Presidential Greens which is listed at $1,343, while the average apartment in Fairlington costs $11,919.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Fairlington?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 57 regular apartments in Fairlington that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Fairlington?
Cheap apartments in Fairlington have an average cost of $740 which is $11,179 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Fairlington.
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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
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