
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Fairfax, MN from $425 (83 Rentals)
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Southview Apartments

Building Three Thirty

512 Vernon Ave

45 N High Dr NW

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Sterling Manor Apartments

1212 Heckman Ct

Parkview Apartments

Downtown Estates

907 Dale St Apartments
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Midway Apartments

Maplewood Apartments

Hartshorn Manor

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Town's Edge Estates

Le Sueur Apartments

219 6th St SW

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Hoover Estates

Country Club Manor

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River Bluff Apartments

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Wolverine Meadows

Tiller Place

Commerce Apartments

Southwood Flats

Highfield Apartments

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Village Court Apartments

Le Sueur Meadows

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STP Group, LLC (ROK)
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Young America Apartments

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The Preserve on 24th

Capital Lofts

520 6th St

Vista View Townhomes

Parkview Terrace

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Block 25 Lofts

Huntington Hills Apartments & Townhomes

Skyway Properties LLC

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Traverse Green

Tiller+Main

Sunrise Manor

Clara City Community Haus

Lewis Lofts

River Ridge Apartments

Erickson Meadowview Apartments

Grove Heights Townhomes

Lake Ripley Apartments

North Villa Apartments
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Fairfax, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Fairfax?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairfax Studio Apartments | $956 | $425 | $1,194 |
| Fairfax 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,193 | $595 | $2,155 |
| Fairfax 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,357 | $695 | $2,155 |
| Fairfax 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,547 | $1,015 | $2,415 |
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Cheapest Available Fairfax Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Fairfax, MN is a Studio unit found at Building Three Thirty priced from $425. 512 Vernon Ave 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Building Three Thirty | Small Studio | Studio,1BA | $425 |
| 512 Vernon Ave | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $595 |
| 45 N High Dr NW | 2 Bed/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $695 |
| Bethel On Bryant | Renville - 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $745 |
| 1212 Heckman Ct | Studio | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| Cardinal Manor Apartments | One Bedroom - Handicap Accessible | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| Parkview Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $792 |
| Downtown Estates | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Midway Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Hartshorn Manor | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $840 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fairfax, MN and Nearby
As of September 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Fairfax area is the $1.06 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Henderson Apartments in the starting from $1,300. The second greatest value Fairfax apartment is the Three Bedroom Model at 219 6th St SW starting at $1,300 with a $1.06 price per square foot . 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Henderson Apartments | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.06 |
| 219 6th St SW | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.06 |
| Vista View Townhomes | 3 Bedroom Townhouse | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.08 |
| Maplewood Apartments | 3 Beds, 1 bath | 3BR,1BA | $1.02 |
| 1212 Heckman Ct | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $0.83 |
| 907 Dale St Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.06 |
| 45 N High Dr NW | 2 Bed/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.82 |
| Downtown Estates | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| 512 Vernon Ave | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.87 |
| Hartshorn Manor | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fairfax Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Fairfax?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Fairfax is at Building Three Thirty listed at $425.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Fairfax Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Fairfax Apartment is $595 at 512 Vernon Ave.
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 $695 at 512 Vernon Ave.
What is the most affordable Fairfax Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Fairfax Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Maplewood Apartments and starts from $1,015.
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