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property at 124 10th St SW

124 10th St SW

Cedar RapidsIA52404

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property at 1710 A Ave NE

1710 A Ave NE

Cedar RapidsIA52402

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Fairfax, IA Local Guide

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 Young's Hill neighborhood priced from $555. Goldfinch Meadows in the Cedar Hills neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $575. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Fairfax apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Shamrock ApartmentsShamrock small 1 bedroom1BR,1BA$555
Goldfinch Meadows1 BR/ 1 BA1BR,1BA$575
Apache Park1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$595

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fairfax, IA and Nearby

As of June 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the Fairfax area is the $1.02 price per square foot 2 BR 2 BA Model at Westdale Meadows in the starting from $1,050. The second greatest value Fairfax apartment is the 2 Beds 1 Bath Model at Cypress Pointe starting at $950 with a $1.03 price per square foot in the Downtown Cedar Rapids neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fairfax apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Westdale Meadows2 BR 2 BA2BR,2BA$1.02
Cypress Pointe2 Beds 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.03
Crestwood Ridge Apartments2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$0.76
Westgate ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.06
Raintree Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.98
Pheasant Run ApartmentsThe Mallard2BR,1BA$1.05
Northview Apartments2BR/1.5BA2BR,1.5BA$1.04
Shamrock ApartmentsArrowridge small 2 bedroom2BR,1BA$1.05
3200-3201 G Ave NW1 BR / 1 BA W Office2BR,1BA$1.05
Apache Park1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.99

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Frequently Asked Questions about Fairfax

What type of rentals are currently available in Fairfax?

There are currently 44 Apartments for Rent in Fairfax, IA with pricing that ranges from $425 to $97,500. There are also 37 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Fairfax ranging from $675 to $2,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Fairfax?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Fairfax ranges from $675 to $2,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,278.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Fairfax?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Fairfax range from $425 to $2,394, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $900 to $2,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,310.

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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Written by: Marie Brown

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Written by: Sandy Baker

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