
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Fairfax City County, VA from $1,100 (3 Rentals)
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Fairfax City County, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Fairfax City County?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Fairfax City County Studio Apartments | $2,244 | $2,064 | $2,769 |
Fairfax City County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,279 | $1,830 | $3,199 |
Fairfax City County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,329 | $1,559 | $3,825 |
Fairfax City County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,220 | $2,844 | $3,983 |
Fairfax City County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,399 | $1,399 | $1,399 |
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fairfax City County, VA
As of October 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Fairfax City County area is the $2.91 price per square foot Burke Model at Gainsborough Court Apartments in the in the Fairfax Acres neighborhood starting from $2,044. The second greatest value Fairfax City County apartment is the The Mason Model at Fairfax Square starting at $2,006 with a $2.91 price per square foot in the Red Fox Forest neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fairfax City County apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Gainsborough Court Apartments | Burke | 1BR,1BA | $2.91 |
Fairfax Square | The Mason | 1BR,1BA | $2.91 |
The Main on University | 1BR/1BA - The Abingdon | 1BR,1BA | $3.42 |
The Point at Fairfax | S01 | Studio ,1BA | $3.24 |
Layton Hall Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.86 |
West Wood Oaks Apartments | One-bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
Scout on the Circle Apartments | A105 | 1BR,1BA | $3.51 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fairfax City County Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Fairfax City County?
The cheapest apartment in Fairfax City County is West Wood Oaks Apartments which is listed at $1,127, while the average apartment in Fairfax City County costs $3,017.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Fairfax City County?
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 30 regular apartments in Fairfax City County 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 Fairfax City County?
Cheap apartments in Fairfax City County have an average cost of $1,151 which is $1,866 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Fairfax City County.
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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