
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Fairfax, VA from $1,100 (56 Rentals)
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9911 Stoughton Rd

5338 Anchor Ct

44334 Village Dr

10540 Assembly Dr

5338 Anchor Ct

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Little River Glen IV

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12602 Thompson Rd, Unit Onebed basement plus hall

Pinewood Plaza Apartments

The Lodge at Autumn Willow
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Trillium Apartments

Furnished Studio-Washington, D.C. - Falls Church - Merrifield

Halstead Fair Oaks

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Providence Hall Apartments

Margate Manor

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Modera Mosaic

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Ellipse at Fairfax Corner

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Avalon Mosaic

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Overture Fair Ridge 62+ Active Adult Apartment Homes

Fairfax Circle Villa Apartments
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9479 Fairfax Blvd

10720 West Dr, Unit 104

Oakton Park Apartments

Copperfield Square Apartments

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Amberleigh

The Knoll at Fair Oaks

The Reserve at Fairfax Corner

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The Courts at Fair Oaks Apartments

The Elms at Oakton

The Point at Fairfax
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Cardinal Court

Furnished Studio-Washington, D.C. - Fairfax - Fair Oaks Mall

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Dwell Vienna Metro

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Shenandoah Crossing

Fairfax Square

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Gables Centerpointe

2665 Prosperity Ave

13140 Penndale Ln

West Wood Oaks Apartments

Briarcliff Townhomes
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Little River Glen IV

10710 Rosehaven St

Cavalier Court

The Ridgewood by Windsor

Masonvale

Layton Hall Apartments

Camden Monument Place

10206 Ashbrooke Ct, Unit A

9480 Virginia Center Blvd
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Fairfax Studio Apartments | $2,010 | $1,548 | $3,123 |
| Cheap Fairfax 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,190 | $1,495 | $3,663 |
| Cheap Fairfax 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,644 | $1,594 | $4,434 |
| Cheap Fairfax 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,104 | $2,455 | $4,682 |
| Cheap Fairfax 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,458 | $1,404 | $1,494 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Fairfax, VA
Pricing Updated: 03/01/2026Current apartment rentals in the Fairfax, VA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Fairfax Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merrifield | $2,861 | $1,620 | 224 |
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. Little River Glen IV in the Red Fox Forest neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,495. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Fairfax apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Wood Oaks Apartments | One-bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,127 |
| Little River Glen IV | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,495 |
| Pinewood Plaza Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,548 |
| Trillium Apartments | Convertible One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,620 |
| Halstead Fair Oaks | 1 Bed/1 Bath-A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,673 |
| Halstead Square - Lofts & Lotus | Studio_WDU_120_S06_Lotus | Studio,1BA | $1,700 |
| Avalon Mosaic | S3 | Studio,1BA | $1,760 |
| Arrowood Parc | Wellington | 1BR,1BA | $1,787 |
| Fairfax Circle Villa Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,790 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fairfax, VA
As of March 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Fairfax area is the $1.98 price per square foot 702 Plum St SW Model at 702 Plum St SW, Unit 1 in the in the Madrillon Farms neighborhood starting from $1,950. The second greatest value Fairfax apartment is the Franklin Diamond Model at Ellipse at Fairfax Corner starting at $2,249 with a $2.37 price per square foot in the East Market at Fair Lakes neighborhood. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 702 Plum St SW, Unit 1 | 702 Plum St SW | 1BR,1BA | $1.98 |
| Ellipse at Fairfax Corner | Franklin Diamond | 2BR,2BA | $2.37 |
| Cavalier Court | 2BR/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.40 |
| Amberleigh | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $2.24 |
| Cardinal Court | 2BR & 1Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.18 |
| Layton Hall Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.15 |
| Arrowood Parc | Cambridge - Study | 1BR,1BA | $2.38 |
| The Elms at Oakton | Attleboro | 1BR,1BA | $2.42 |
| West Wood Oaks Apartments | Two-bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| 12602 Thompson Rd, Unit Onebed basement plus hall | 12602 Thompson Rd | 1BR,1BA | $2.14 |
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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 Cheap Fairfax Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Fairfax?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Fairfax is at Pinewood Plaza Apartments listed at $1,548.
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 $1,498 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 Trillium Apartments and starts from $2,455.
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