
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Fairfax City County, VA from $1,100 (11 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairfax City County Studio Apartments | $2,692 | $1,975 | $4,259 |
| Fairfax City County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,417 | $1,800 | $4,476 |
| Fairfax City County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,595 | $1,619 | $7,778 |
| Fairfax City County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,206 | $2,548 | $7,433 |
| 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 2 Beds unit found at West Wood Oaks Apartments in the Fairfax neighborhood priced from $1,498. Layton Hall Apartments in the Fairfax neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,755. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Fairfax City County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Wood Oaks Apartments | Two-bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,498 |
| Layton Hall Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,755 |
| Gainsborough Court Apartments | Burke | 1BR,1BA | $1,904 |
| Fairfax Square | The Mason | 1BR,1BA | $1,922 |
| Scout on the Circle Apartments | S1 (AHU) | Studio,1BA | $1,975 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fairfax City County, VA
As of August 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Fairfax City County area is the $2.22 price per square foot 9455 Fairfax Blvd Model at 9455 Fairfax Blvd, Unit Foxcroft Colony in the in the Fairfax neighborhood starting from $2,100. The second greatest value Fairfax City County apartment is the Two-bedroom Model at West Wood Oaks Apartments starting at $1,498 with a $2.05 price per square foot in the Fairfax 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9455 Fairfax Blvd, Unit Foxcroft Colony | 9455 Fairfax Blvd | 2BR,1BA | $2.22 |
| West Wood Oaks Apartments | Two-bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| The Point at Fairfax | A03 | 1BR,1BA | $3.37 |
| Gainsborough Court Apartments | Burke | 1BR,1BA | $2.71 |
| Copperfield Square Apartments | Washington | 1BR,1BA | $2.91 |
| Fairfax Square | The Mason | 1BR,1BA | $2.79 |
| The Main on University | 1BR/1BA - The Abingdon | 1BR,1BA | $3.61 |
| Scout on the Circle Apartments | S1 (AHU) | Studio ,1BA | $3.09 |
| Layton Hall Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.83 |
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 Layton Hall Apartments which is listed at $1,755, while the average apartment in Fairfax City County costs $2,309.
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 79 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 $1,508 which is $801 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Fairfax City County.
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