1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Fairfax, IA (25 Rentals)

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Fairfax, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Fairfax?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Fairfax Studio Apartments | $725 | $705 | $745 |
Fairfax 1 Bedroom Apartments | $781 | $470 | $1,045 |
Fairfax 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,047 | $450 | $1,987 |
Fairfax 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,382 | $425 | $2,336 |
Fairfax 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,231 | $1,090 | $1,304 |
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Largest Available Fairfax and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Fairfax, IA is found at The Avenue in the Usher's Ferry Historic Village neighborhood and is 797 square feet priced from $925. Edgewood in the Young's Hill neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 700 square feet and currently listed start at $825. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Fairfax:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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The Avenue | The Boulevard | 797 Sq Ft | $925 |
Edgewood | One Bedroom | 700 Sq Ft | $825 |
The Malory Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 692 Sq Ft | $765 |
Union at Wiley | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 685 Sq Ft | $850 |
Cedar River Bluffs Apartments | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 665 Sq Ft | $995 |
Cheapest Available Fairfax and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of September 10, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Fairfax, IA is the Shamrock small 1 bedroom Model starting from $555 at Shamrock Apartments in the Usher's Ferry Historic Village neighborhood. The second most affordable Fairfax 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bedroom Model at Apache Park starting at $595 in the Young's Hill neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Fairfax is currently $781. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Fairfax:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Shamrock Apartments | Shamrock small 1 bedroom | $555 |
Apache Park | 1 Bedroom | $595 |
Southview Apartments | Southview 1 bedroom Classic | $625 |
The Malory Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | $765 |
Northview Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | $775 |
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Getting Around Fairfax, IA
Walk Score®
13 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
26 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Fairfax Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Fairfax Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Fairfax is $781.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Fairfax Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Fairfax is a 797 square feet unit starting from $925 at The Avenue.
What is the average size for Fairfax 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Fairfax is currently 684 sq ft.
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