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11 Olema Rd

185-B Forrest Ave

2380-2382 Sir Francis Drake Blvd

1-9 Main Ct

16 Pacheco Ave

103 Live Oaks Ave

329 Olema Rd

Brookside Apartments

2 Willow Ave
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68-70 Willow Ave

Victory Village

1613 Sir Francis Drake Blvd

40 Manor Rd

9 Manor Rd

109 Porteous Ave

121 Mono Ave

186 Meernaa Ave

91 Forrest Ave

39-391/2 Belmont Ave
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66 Willow Ave

39 Wood Ln

42 Azalea Dr

206 Bolinas Rd

117 Scenic Rd

75-80 Park Rd

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Fairfax Woods

367 Forrest Ave
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780 Center Blvd

53-57 Belmont Ave

137 Hillside Dr

68 Park Rd

5 Napa St

34 Scenic Rd

1531 Sir Francis Drake Blvd

15 Bank St

409 Greenfield Ave

19-23 Ancho Vista Ave

50 Essex St

260 Crescent Rd

1380-1382 Sir Francis Drake Blvd

1363 San Anselmo Ave

53 Woodland Ave

510 Center Blvd

Landsdale Station

19 Allyn Ave

65 Ross Ave

18 Fern Ln
Fairfax, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Fairfax?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairfax 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,795 | $2,250 | $3,341 |
| Fairfax 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,300 | $3,300 | $3,300 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in Fairfax?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $4,107 | $3,050 | $4,950 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $7,210 | $1,500 | $10,000+ |
| 4 Bedroom Homes | $6,918 | $4,750 | $9,950 |
| 5 Bedroom Homes | $11,583 | $7,250 | $10,000+ |
| 6 Bedroom Homes | $14,000 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Fairfax
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in Fairfax, CA?
As of today, August 27, 2026, there are currently 186 available Fairfax apartments priced from $2,250 to $3,341, with an average monthly rent of $2,963.
What Fairfax neighborhoods have the most available apartments?
There are 4 neighborhoods in the Fairfax area with available listings as of today. The three neighborhoods with the most options are Japantown with 7,911 listings, Richmond/Western Addition with 4,861 listings, and Fort Mason with 4,705 listings.
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