9911 Stoughton Rd
FairfaxVA22032
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Fairfax City County, VA from $1,269 (17 Rentals)
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3512 Jean St
FairfaxVA22030
10540 Assembly Dr
FairfaxVA22030
4199 University Dr
FairfaxVA22030
10028 Fair Wds Dr
FairfaxVA22030
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$1,775 - $2,033
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Base Rent$1,755 - $2,013
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Total Monthly Price$1,775 - $2,033
Cardinal Court
10805 Harvey DrFairfax, VA 22030
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$1,827 - $9,899
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Base Rent$1,827 - $9,899
Total Monthly Price$1,827 - $9,899
Fairfax Square
9860 Fairfax SqFairfax, VA 22031
9481 Fairfax Blvd
FairfaxVA22031
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$1,889 - $2,953
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Base Rent$1,879 - $2,943
Required Monthly Fees$10
Total Monthly Price$1,889 - $2,953
Copperfield Square Apartments
11100 Rock Garden DrFairfax, VA 22030
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$1,932 - $2,980
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Base Rent$1,922 - $2,970
Required Monthly Fees$10
Total Monthly Price$1,932 - $2,980
Gainsborough Court Apartments
3700 Jermantown RdFairfax, VA 22030
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3814 Lyndhurst Dr
FairfaxVA22031
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Briarcliff Townhomes
10726 West DrFairfax, VA 22030
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West Wood Oaks Apartments
10730 West DrFairfax, VA 22030
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Trillium Apartments
9335 Lee HwyFairfax, VA 22031
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Layton Hall Apartments
10320 Layton Hall DrFairfax, VA 22030
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Cavalier Court
11100 Cavalier CtFairfax, VA 22030
9473 Fairfax Blvd
FairfaxVA22031
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Fairfax City County, VA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Fairfax City County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairfax City County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,412 | $1,700 | $4,225 |
| Fairfax City County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,565 | $1,619 | $8,219 |
| Fairfax City County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,135 | $2,598 | $6,403 |
| Fairfax City County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,351 | $1,269 | $1,479 |
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Cheapest Available Fairfax City County Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Fairfax City County, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Trillium Apartments in the Fairfax Acres neighborhood priced from $1,382. West Wood Oaks Apartments in the Fairfax neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,498. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Fairfax City County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trillium Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1,382 |
| West Wood Oaks Apartments | Two-bedroom | 2BR, 1BA | $1,498 |
| Layton Hall Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1,755 |
| Fairfax Square | The Patriot | 1BR, 1BA | $1,827 |
| Copperfield Square Apartments | Washington | 1BR, 1BA | $1,889 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fairfax City County, VA
As of September 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Fairfax City County area is the $2.29 price per square foot Occoquan Model at Gainsborough Court Apartments in the Fairfax neighborhood starting from $2,790. The second greatest value Fairfax City County apartment is the Three Bedroom Model at Trillium Apartments in the Fairfax Acres neighborhood starting at $2,206 with a $1.95 price per square foot. 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 | Occoquan | 3BR, 2BA | $2.29 |
| Trillium Apartments | Three Bedroom | 3BR, 2BA | $1.95 |
| Fairfax Square | The Fairfax | 2BR, 1BA | $2.70 |
| West Wood Oaks Apartments | Two-bedroom | 2BR, 1BA | $1.86 |
| The Point at Fairfax | A03 | 1BR, 1BA | $3.31 |
| Copperfield Square Apartments | Washington | 1BR, 1BA | $2.70 |
| The Main on University | 1BR/1BA - The Abingdon | 1BR, 1BA | $3.61 |
| Layton Hall Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $2.83 |
| Scout on the Circle Apartments | A105 | 1BR, 1BA | $3.72 |
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 Trillium Apartments which is listed at $1,506, while the average apartment in Fairfax City County costs $2,290.
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 53 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 $1,511 which is $779 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Fairfax City County.
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