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Cavalier Court

11100 Cavalier CtFairfax, VA 22030
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10320 Layton Hall DrFairfax, VA 22030
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Fairfax, VA

Pricing Updated: 07/02/2025

Current 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:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Merrifield$3,375$1,700133

Cheapest Available Fairfax Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Fairfax, VA is a 2 Beds unit found at West Wood Oaks Apartments in the Lyndhurst neighborhood priced from $1,498. 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 ApartmentsTwo-bedroom2BR,1BA$1,498
Overture Fair Ridge 62+ Active Adult ApartB2.1-HC 652BR,2BA$1,734
Layton Hall ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,775
MasonvaleA11BR,1BA$1,848
The Courts at Fair Oaks1BR 1BA (550sf)1BR,1BA$1,871
eaves Fair LakesA11BR,1BA$1,950
Fairchase1 Bedroom A1BR,1BA$1,962
The Reserve at Fairfax CornerAthens1BR,1BA$1,965

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fairfax, VA

As of July 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Fairfax area is the $2.15 price per square foot B7 Model at Dwell Vienna Metro in the in the Vienna Woods neighborhood starting from $2,699. The second greatest value Fairfax apartment is the B2 Model at eaves Fairfax City starting at $2,575 with a $2.34 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.
Dwell Vienna MetroB72BR,2BA$2.15
eaves Fairfax CityB22BR,2BA$2.34
MasonvaleB12BR,1BA$2.27
AmberleighA21BR,1BA$2.36
3962 Wilcoxson Dr, Unit Patio Apartment3962 Wilcoxson Dr1BR,1BA$2.23
Finley At Fairfax CornerA31BR,1BA$2.46
Shenandoah Crossing Apartment HomesWhite Oak1BR,1BA$2.70
Ellipse at Fairfax CornerMason Diamond1BR,1BA$2.52
Windsor at FairlakesCooper Renovated1BR,1BA$2.68
West Wood Oaks ApartmentsTwo-bedroom2BR,1BA$2.05

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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 #44

Among cities in Virginia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
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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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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 Halstead Square - Lofts & Lotus listed at $2,102.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Fairfax Apartment is $1,775 at Layton Hall 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 Fairfax Square Apartments and starts from $2,808.

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