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Cheap Apartments for Rent in Fairfax, VA from $1,100 (60 Rentals)
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3030 Ellenwood Dr, Unit Upper 1
3030 Ellenwood Dr
FairfaxVA22031
10004 Commonwealth Blvd
FairfaxVA22032
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$1,108 - $2,799
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowFairfax Crest
12020 Government Center PkyFairfax, VA 22035
5338 Anchor Ct
FairfaxVA22032
4433 Village Dr
FairfaxVA22030
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$1,300
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$1,300
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3846 Farrcroft Grn, Unit Farrcroft Green
3846 Farrcroft GrnFairfax, VA 22030
3846 Farrcroft Green
FairfaxVA22030
10307 Colony View Dr
FairfaxVA22032
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$1,495
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$1,495
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Little River Glen IV
9231 Little River TpkeFairfax, VA 22031
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10540 Assembly Dr
FairfaxVA22030
5422 Ruby Dr
FairfaxVA22030
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$1,568 - $2,778
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$1,568 - $2,778
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Pinewood Plaza Apartments
3963 Persimmon DrFairfax, VA 22031
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$1,611 - $4,054
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$1,599 - $4,042
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Trillium Apartments
9335 Lee HwyFairfax, VA 22031
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$1,619 - $1,940
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$1,619 - $1,940
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$1,619 - $1,940
The Lodge at Autumn Willow Senior Apartments
13175 Autumn Willow DrFairfax, VA 22030
4609 Luxberry Dr
FairfaxVA22032
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$1,700 - $1,850
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Jun 12Margate Manor
3954 Persimmon DrFairfax, VA 22031
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$1,739 - $3,669
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$1,700 - $3,630
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Halstead Fair Oaks
12105 Polo DrFairfax, VA 22033
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$1,788 - $4,434
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$1,734 - $4,380
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Overture Fair Ridge 62+ Active Adult Apartment Homes
3975 Fair Ridge DrFairfax, VA 22033
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$1,790 - $2,315
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$1,790 - $2,315
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$1,790 - $2,315
Fairfax Circle Villa Apartments
9555 Blake LnFairfax, VA 22031
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$1,800 - $2,500
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$1,800 - $2,500
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Providence Hall Apartments
9136-9140 Barrick StFairfax, VA 22031
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$1,820 - $3,020
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$1,800 - $3,000
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$1,820 - $3,020
Dwell Vienna Metro
2975 Hunters Branch RdFairfax, VA 22031
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$1,831 - $2,651
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$1,740 - $2,560
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$1,831 - $2,651
eaves Fair Lakes
13116 Autumn Woods WayFairfax, VA 22033
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$1,832 - $3,170
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$1,737 - $3,075
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Windsor at Fairlakes
4106 Brickell DrFairfax, VA 22033
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$1,840 - $2,609
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$1,761 - $2,530
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Ellipse at Fairfax Corner
11842 Federalist WayFairfax, VA 22030
12161 Penderview Terrace
FairfaxVA22033
3916 Penderview Dr
FairfaxVA22033
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$1,864 - $2,837
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$1,839 - $2,812
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$1,864 - $2,837
Amberleigh
8301 Anderson DrFairfax, VA 22031
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$1,879 - $3,089
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$1,760 - $2,970
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$1,879 - $3,089
The Courts at Fair Oaks Apartments
12101 Pine Forest CirFairfax, VA 22030
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$1,881 - $3,315
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowThe Knoll at Fair Oaks
12201 Pender Creek CirFairfax, VA 22033
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$1,889 - $2,934
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$1,850 - $2,895
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Shenandoah Crossing
13300 Blueberry LnFairfax, VA 22033
12124 Garden Ridge Ln
FairfaxVA22030
12124 Garden Ridge Ln, Unit 301
12124 Garden Ridge Ln
FairfaxVA22030
12151 Penderview Ln
FairfaxVA22033
12158 Penderview Terrace
FairfaxVA22033
12165 Penderview Terrace
FairfaxVA22033
3903 Penderview Dr
FairfaxVA22033
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$1,910 - $2,045
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Jul 7Oakton Park Apartments
3347 Willow Crescent DrFairfax, VA 22030
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$1,914 - $4,439
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$1,893 - $4,418
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The Point at Fairfax
4040 Gateway DrFairfax, VA 22030
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$1,930 - $3,894
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowThe Reserve at Fairfax Corner
11727 Fairfax Woods WayFairfax, VA 22030
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$1,943 - $2,705
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$1,925 - $2,687
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$1,943 - $2,705
The Jefferson at Fair Oaks
4201 Jefferson Oaks CirFairfax, VA 22033
13058 Autumn Woods Way
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4490 Market Commons Dr
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West Wood Oaks Apartments
10734 West DrFairfax, VA 22030
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Briarcliff Townhomes
10726 West DrFairfax, VA 22030
4708 Bideford Square
FairfaxVA22030
12660 Heron Ridge Dr
FairfaxVA22030
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Ilda's Overlook Senior Residences 62 & Older
10055 Braddock RdFairfax, VA 22032
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Layton Hall Apartments
10320 Layton Hall DrFairfax, VA 22030
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Cavalier Court
11100 Cavalier CtFairfax, VA 22030
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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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| Cheap Fairfax Studio Apartments | $2,278 | $1,568 | $3,345 |
| Cheap Fairfax 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,253 | $1,108 | $4,871 |
| Cheap Fairfax 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,651 | $1,323 | $5,145 |
| Cheap Fairfax 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,159 | $1,521 | $4,615 |
| Cheap Fairfax 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,442 | $1,399 | $1,479 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Fairfax, VA
Pricing Updated: 05/31/2026Current 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 |
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| Merrifield | $3,216 | $1,475 | 135 |
Cheapest Available Fairfax Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Fairfax, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Fairfax Crest in the East Market at Fair Lakes neighborhood priced from $1,108. 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 |
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| Fairfax Crest | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,108 |
| Little River Glen IV | D | 1BR,1BA | $1,495 |
| West Wood Oaks Apartments | Two-bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,498 |
| Pinewood Plaza Apartments | 1 Bedroom + 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,598 |
| Trillium Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,611 |
| Halstead Fair Oaks | 1 Bed/1 Bath-A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,739 |
| Layton Hall Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,765 |
| Windsor Oak Creek | Washington (A1) | 1BR,1BA | $1,811 |
| eaves Fair Lakes | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,831 |
| Masonvale | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,848 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fairfax, VA
As of May 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the Fairfax area is the $1.13 price per square foot 2 Beds, 2 baths Model at Fairfax Crest in the in the East Market at Fair Lakes neighborhood starting from $1,323. The second greatest value Fairfax apartment is the Roosevelt Model at Copperfield Square Apartments starting at $2,883 with a $2.58 price per square foot in the Fairfax Acres 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. |
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| Fairfax Crest | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.13 |
| Copperfield Square Apartments | Roosevelt | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.58 |
| East Meadow Apartment Homes | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.31 |
| Arrowood Parc | Cambridge - Study | 1BR,1BA | $2.54 |
| Amberleigh | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.16 |
| The Main on University | 2BR/2BA - The Danville | 2BR,2BA | $1.89 |
| eaves Fair Lakes | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.49 |
| West Wood Oaks Apartments | Two-bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| Windsor Oak Creek | Washington (A1) | 1BR,1BA | $2.59 |
| Trillium Apartments | Convertible One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.43 |
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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 a cheap apartment in Fairfax?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Fairfax is under $1,848.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Fairfax?
The cheapest apartment in Fairfax is Fairfax Crest which is listed at $1,108, while the average apartment in Fairfax costs $3,216.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Fairfax?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 22 regular apartments in Fairfax that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Fairfax?
Cheap apartments in Fairfax have an average cost of $609 which is $2,607 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Fairfax.
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