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Cheapest Available Fairfax Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Fairfax, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at West Wood Oaks Apartments in the Lyndhurst neighborhood priced from $1,127. Overture Fair Ridge 62+ Active Adult Apart in the East Market at Fair Lakes neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,734. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Fairfax apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
West Wood Oaks ApartmentsOne-bedroom1BR,1BA$1,127
Overture Fair Ridge 62+ Active Adult ApartB2.1-HC 652BR,2BA$1,734
AmberleighA11BR,1BA$1,788
The Courts at Fair Oaks1BR 1BA (550sf)1BR,1BA$1,819
Pinewood Plaza Apartments2 Bedrooms + 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1,888

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fairfax, VA

As of August 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Fairfax area is the $1.93 price per square foot D1 Model at Masonvale in the in the Red Fox Forest neighborhood starting from $2,831. The second greatest value Fairfax apartment is the B3T Model at eaves Fairfax City starting at $3,256 with a $2.37 price per square foot in the Greater Fairfax 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.
MasonvaleD13BR,2BA$1.93
eaves Fairfax CityB3T2BR,2BA$2.37
Gables CenterpointeB32BR,2BA$2.60
Pinewood Plaza Apartments2 Bedrooms + 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.94
3846 Farrcroft Grn, Unit Farrcroft Green3846 Farrcroft Grn1BR,1BA$1.33
Lincoln at Fair OaksOne Bedroom B - Renovated1BR,1BA$2.62
Layton Hall ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.22
3962 Wilcoxson Dr, Unit Patio Apartment3962 Wilcoxson Dr1BR,1BA$2.11
AmberleighA11BR,1BA$2.08
West Wood Oaks ApartmentsOne-bedroom1BR,1BA$1.83

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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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Fairfax, VA

Ranked #36

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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
Pet Friendly

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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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  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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 The Courts at Fair Oaks listed at $1,824.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Fairfax Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Fairfax Apartment is $1,127 at West Wood Oaks 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 $1,393 at West Wood Oaks Apartments.

What is the most affordable Fairfax Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Fairfax Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Amberleigh and starts from $2,824.

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