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5150 16th Ave SWCedar Rapids, IA 52404
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1210 Auburn Dr SWCedar Rapids, IA 52404
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4900 16th AveCedar Rapids, IA 52404
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Fairfax, IA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Fairfax?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairfax Studio Apartments | $700 | $675 | $745 |
| Fairfax 1 Bedroom Apartments | $783 | $470 | $990 |
| Fairfax 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,073 | $450 | $2,304 |
| Fairfax 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,373 | $425 | $2,670 |
| Fairfax 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,323 | $1,255 | $1,368 |
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Cheapest Available Fairfax Apartments for Rent and Nearby
The cheapest available apartment rental in Fairfax, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Shamrock Apartments in the Usher's Ferry Historic Village neighborhood priced from $555. Apache Park in the Young's Hill neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $595. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Fairfax apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shamrock Apartments | Shamrock small 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $555 |
| Apache Park | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $595 |
| Southview Apartments | Southview 1 bedroom Classic | 1BR,1BA | $625 |
| Northview Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| 3200-3201 G Ave NW | 2 BR/ 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $760 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fairfax, IA and Nearby
As of August 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the Fairfax area is the $1.07 price per square foot The Benton Model at Ashton Flats in the in the Young's Hill neighborhood starting from $1,095. The second greatest value Fairfax apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Raintree Apartments starting at $885 with a $0.98 price per square foot in the Usher's Ferry Historic Village neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fairfax apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashton Flats | The Benton | 2BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| Raintree Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.98 |
| Westgate Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| Westcove | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.01 |
| Edgewood | Two Bedroom | Large | 2BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Shamrock Apartments | Arrowridge small 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| 117-129 Harbet Ave NW | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| 3200-3201 G Ave NW | 2 BR/ 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| Southview Apartments | 1 Southview 1 bed, 1 bath Classic+ | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Apache Park | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.99 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fairfax Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Fairfax Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Fairfax Apartment is $555 at Shamrock Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Fairfax Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Fairfax is starting from $715 at Apache Park.
What is the most affordable Fairfax Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Fairfax Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Union at Wiley and starts from $1,125.
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