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Fairfax 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: October 06, 2025

There are currently 71 available 1 Bedroom apartment units in Fairfax, VA neighborhoods that range in price from $1,690 to $3,233. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Fairfax with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Merrifield71$2,243$1,690

Largest Available Fairfax 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Fairfax, VA is found at Overture Fair Ridge 62+ Active Adult Apart... in the East Market at Fair Lakes neighborhood and is 1,008 square feet priced from $3,534. The Point at Fairfax in the Fairfax Acres neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,003 square feet and currently listed start at $2,545. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Fairfax:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Overture Fair Ridge 62+ Active Adult Apart...A51,008 Sq Ft$3,534
The Point at FairfaxA221,003 Sq Ft$2,545
Scout on the Circle ApartmentsC12977 Sq Ft$2,733
Windsor Oak CreekEthan (AD1)945 Sq Ft$2,305
Lincoln at Fair OaksOne Bedroom B904 Sq Ft$2,252
AmberleighA2904 Sq Ft$1,956
The Ridgewood by WindsorPassaic - One Bedroom w- Office895 Sq Ft$2,440
Avalon MosaicA8SC869 Sq Ft$2,693
The Knoll at Fair OaksA2A864 Sq Ft$2,207

Cheapest Available Fairfax 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of October 06, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Fairfax, VA is the One-bedroom Model starting from $1,127 at West Wood Oaks Apartments in the Lyndhurst neighborhood. The second most affordable Fairfax 1 Bedroom is the One Bedroom Model at The Lodge at Autumn Willow starting at $1,619 in the Cedar Crest neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Fairfax is currently $2,196. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Fairfax:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
West Wood Oaks ApartmentsOne-bedroom$1,127
The Lodge at Autumn WillowOne Bedroom$1,619
Pinewood Plaza Apartments1 Bedroom + 1 Bath$1,698
AmberleighA1$1,746
Layton Hall ApartmentsOne Bedroom$1,775
The Courts at Fair Oaks1BR 1BA (650sf)$1,828
The Reserve at Fairfax CornerAthens$1,845
East Meadow Apartment HomesOne Bedroom$1,845
Halstead Fair Oaks1 Bed/1 Bath-A1$1,862
Ellipse at Fairfax CornerHamilton Premium$1,867

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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.

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Fairfax, VA

Ranked #26

Among cities in Virginia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Fairfax, VA

Walk Score®

63 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

59 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

26 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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 West Wood Oaks Apartments listed at $1,127.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Fairfax Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Fairfax is $2,196.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Fairfax Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Fairfax is a 1,008 square feet unit starting from $3,534 at Overture Fair Ridge 62+ Active Adult Apart....

What is the average size for Fairfax 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Fairfax is currently 657 sq ft.

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