
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Fairfax, VA (120 Rentals)


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The Lodge at Autumn Willow Senior Apartments

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The Jefferson at Fair Oaks

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Vista Fairfax Corner

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eaves Fair Lakes

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Modera Mosaic

The Knoll at Fair Oaks

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Finley At Fairfax Corner

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Ellipse at Fairfax Corner

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Windsor at Fairlakes
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Avalon Mosaic

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Fairfax Crest

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Trillium Apartments

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The Courts at Fair Oaks Apartments

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Amberleigh

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The Julian at Fair Lakes

Fairfax Square

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Scout on the Circle Apartments

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Pinewood Plaza Apartments

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Radiant Fairfax Ridge

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eaves Fairfax City

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Dwell Vienna Metro

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Halstead Fair Oaks

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Elms Oakton

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The Reserve at Fairfax Corner

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Lincoln at Fair Oaks

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Fairfax Circle Villa Apartments

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Red Bud Glen

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Cardinal Court

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The Main on University

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Providence Hall Apartments

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Fairfax, VA 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 | $2,254 | $1,568 | $4,259 |
Fairfax 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,286 | $1,495 | $4,384 |
| Fairfax 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,647 | $1,619 | $7,230 |
| Fairfax 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,159 | $2,107 | $7,118 |
| Fairfax 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,351 | $1,269 | $1,479 |
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Fairfax 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood
Availability Confirmed As of: August 30, 2026There are currently 64 available 1 Bedroom apartment units in Fairfax, VA neighborhoods that range in price from $1,506 to $3,746. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Fairfax with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:
| Neighborhood | Available Units | Median Price | Min Price |
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| Merrifield | 64 | $2,245 | $1,506 |
Largest Available Fairfax 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Fairfax, VA is found at Scout on the Circle Apartments in the Fairfax neighborhood and is 1,237 square feet priced from $3,024. Windsor Oak Creek in the Chantilly neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 945 square feet and currently listed start at $2,178. 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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| Scout on the Circle Apartments | C2 | 1,237 Sq Ft | $3,024 |
| Windsor Oak Creek | Ethan (AD1) | 945 Sq Ft | $2,178 |
| Avalon Mosaic | A11D | 925 Sq Ft | $2,750 |
| Lincoln at Fair Oaks | One Bedroom B | 893 Sq Ft | $2,363 |
| The Jefferson at Fair Oaks | Ambassador | 886 Sq Ft | $2,113 |
| Lerner Arrowood Parc | Wellington | 868 Sq Ft | $2,078 |
| Dwell Vienna Metro | A4D | 862 Sq Ft | $2,470 |
| Amberleigh | A1 | 861 Sq Ft | $1,863 |
| Regent's Park | Strand II | 858 Sq Ft | $2,337 |
| Halstead Chantilly | 1 Bed/1 Bath Den-A3 | 849 Sq Ft | $2,047 |
Cheapest Available Fairfax 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of August 30, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Fairfax, VA is the One Bedroom Model starting from $1,457 at Trillium Apartments in the Vienna Woods neighborhood. The second most affordable Fairfax 1 Bedroom is the D Model at Red Bud Glen starting at $1,495 in the Red Fox Forest neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Fairfax is currently $2,286. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Fairfax:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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| Trillium Apartments | One Bedroom | $1,457 |
| Red Bud Glen | D | $1,495 |
| Cardinal Court | 1BR & 1Bath | $1,715 |
| Fairfax Crest | A2 | $1,735 |
| Layton Hall Apartments | One Bedroom | $1,755 |
| Fairfax Circle Villa Apartments | 1 Bedroom | $1,790 |
| Providence Hall Apartments | Junior One Bedroom | $1,800 |
| The Reserve at Fairfax Corner | Athens | $1,825 |
| Amberleigh | A1 | $1,863 |
| Copperfield Square Apartments | Washington | $1,889 |
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Fairfax Overview
Located in the Washington, DC metropolitan area in Northern Virginia, the city of Fairfax is a diverse, historic and exciting place to live. Home to Virginia's largest public institution, George Mason University, residents of apartments in Fairfax enjoy top-quality education, shopping and cultural amenities. The city is ethnically diverse and well-educated, with a robust economy and job market for local residents.
Why live in Fairfax, VA?
Located in the heart of the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria metro area, Fairfax offers a unique and extensive range of activities and amenities to its residents thanks to its proximity to the nation's capitol. The local economy is strong and well-supported by the rest of the DC metro area, with businesses such as Oracle and IBM having strong presences in the area. The Fairfax County corridor is one of the nicest residential districts in the DC metro area, with the city of Fairfax standing out as a particularly fantastic place to live.
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Fairfax Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Fairfax with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Fairfax is at Trillium Apartments listed at $1,457.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Fairfax Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Fairfax is $2,286.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Fairfax Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Fairfax is a 1,237 square feet unit starting from $3,024 at Scout on the Circle Apartments.
What is the average size for Fairfax 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Fairfax is currently 236 sq ft.
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