9911 Stoughton Rd
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Cheap Apartments for Rent in Fairfax, VA from $800 (81 Rentals)
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12040 Government Center PkyFairfax, VA 22030
10819 Colton St
FairfaxVA22032
4433 Village Dr
FairfaxVA22030
10623 West Dr
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3030 Ellenwood Dr, Unit Basement
3030 Ellenwood Dr
FairfaxVA22031
12004 Golf Ridge Ct, Unit 12004 golf ridge ct
12004 Golf Ridge Ct
FairfaxVA22033
10540 Assembly Dr
FairfaxVA22030
12304 Field Lark Ln
FairfaxVA22033
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$1,400
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4700 Rippling Pond Dr, Unit 4700 Rippling Pond Dr.
4700 Rippling Pond DrFairfax, VA 22033
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$1,495
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Red Bud Glen
4001 Barker CtFairfax, VA 22032
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$1,548 - $2,628
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Pinewood Plaza Apartments
3963 Persimmon DrFairfax, VA 22031
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$1,619 - $1,940
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$1,619 - $1,940
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The Lodge at Autumn Willow Senior Apartments
13175 Autumn Willow DrFairfax, VA 22030
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$1,637 - $3,794
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$1,625 - $3,782
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Trillium Apartments
9335 Lee HwyFairfax, VA 22031
1 University Dr
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1 Carriagepark Rd
FairfaxVA22032
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$1,700 - $1,800
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Sep 3Margate Manor
3954 Persimmon DrFairfax, VA 22031
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$1,723 - $2,456
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Ellipse at Fairfax Corner
11842 Federalist WayFairfax, VA 22030
4113 Lamarre Dr
FairfaxVA22030
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$1,788 - $4,434
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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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Fairfax Circle Villa Apartments
9555 Blake LnFairfax, VA 22031
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$1,800 - $2,500
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Providence Hall Apartments
9136-9140 Barrick StFairfax, VA 22031
3830 Lyndhurst Dr
FairfaxVA22031
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$1,801 - $2,646
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$1,710 - $2,555
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eaves Fair Lakes
13116 Autumn Woods WayFairfax, VA 22033
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$1,820 - $3,020
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$1,800 - $3,000
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Dwell Vienna Metro
2975 Hunters Branch RdFairfax, VA 22031
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$1,841 - $3,238
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$1,722 - $3,119
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$1,841 - $3,238
The Courts at Fair Oaks Apartments
12101 Pine Forest CirFairfax, VA 22030
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$1,848 - $3,247
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Halstead Fair Oaks
12105 Polo DrFairfax, VA 22033
11479 Pineleaf Ct
FairfaxVA22030
4490 Market Commons Dr
FairfaxVA22033
13058 Autumn Woods Way
FairfaxVA22033
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9712 Kingsbridge Dr
FairfaxVA22031
12159 Penderview Terrace
FairfaxVA22033
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$1,888 - $8,724
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowFairfax Square
9860 Fairfax SqFairfax, VA 22031
4401 Sedgehurst Dr
FairfaxVA22033
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$1,899 - $3,265
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowThe Knoll at Fair Oaks
12201 Pender Creek CirFairfax, VA 22033
12159 Penderview Ter, Unit 12159 Penderview Terrace 932
12159 Penderview Ter
FairfaxVA22033
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$1,907 - $4,089
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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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$1,916 - $3,264
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Windsor at Fairlakes
4106 Brickell DrFairfax, VA 22033
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$1,917 - $2,947
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Shenandoah Crossing
13300 Blueberry LnFairfax, VA 22033
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$1,928 - $2,606
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$1,910 - $2,588
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$1,928 - $2,606
The Jefferson at Fair Oaks
4201 Jefferson Oaks CirFairfax, VA 22033
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowOakton Park Apartments
3347 Willow Crescent DrFairfax, VA 22030
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$1,939 - $3,152
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$1,914 - $3,127
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$1,939 - $3,152
Amberleigh
8301 Anderson DrFairfax, VA 22031
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$1,945
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$1,925
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Cardinal Court
10805 Harvey DrFairfax, VA 22030
9705 Kings Crown Ct
FairfaxVA22031
12105 Greenwood Ct, Unit 201
12105 Greenwood Ct
FairfaxVA22033
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$1,962 - $4,532
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowScout on the Circle Apartments
9450 Fairfax BlvdFairfax, VA 22031
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$1,978 - $2,788
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowElms Oakton
3223 Arrowhead CirFairfax, VA 22030
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$1,979 - $9,240
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Finley At Fairfax Corner
4457 Oakdale Crescent CtFairfax, VA 22030
4137 Fountainside Ln
FairfaxVA22030
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$2,004 - $4,594
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The Point at Fairfax
4040 Gateway DrFairfax, 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 | $2,290 | $1,568 | $4,706 |
| Cheap Fairfax 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,248 | $1,400 | $5,741 |
| Cheap Fairfax 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,575 | $1,327 | $7,245 |
| Cheap Fairfax 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,238 | $2,342 | $8,988 |
| Cheap Fairfax 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,457 | $1,414 | $1,494 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Fairfax, VA
Pricing Updated: 07/15/2026Current 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 | $6,325 | $1,250 | 47 |
Cheapest Available Fairfax Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Fairfax, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Red Bud Glen in the Red Fox Forest neighborhood priced from $1,495. West Wood Oaks Apartments in the Fairfax neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,498. 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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| Red Bud Glen | D | 1BR,1BA | $1,495 |
| West Wood Oaks Apartments | Two-bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,498 |
| Pinewood Plaza Apartments | 1 Bedroom + 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,548 |
| Trillium Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,637 |
| Layton Hall Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,755 |
| Fairfax Circle Villa Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,790 |
| Providence Hall Apartments | Junior One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
| The Courts at Fair Oaks Apartments | Studio 1BA | Studio,1BA | $1,841 |
| Halstead Fair Oaks | 1 Bed/1 Bath-A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,885 |
| Fairfax Square | The Mason | 1BR,1BA | $1,888 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fairfax, VA
As of July 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Fairfax area is the $2.23 price per square foot E1 Model at Masonvale in the in the Red Fox Forest neighborhood starting from $2,964. The second greatest value Fairfax apartment is the B2 Model at eaves Fairfax City starting at $2,373 with a $2.16 price per square foot in the Fairfax 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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| Masonvale | E1 | 3BR,3BA | $2.23 |
| eaves Fairfax City | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.16 |
| 9455 Fairfax Blvd, Unit Foxcroft Colony | 9455 Fairfax Blvd | 2BR,1BA | $2.28 |
| Cardinal Court | 2BR & 1Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.18 |
| Amberleigh | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.25 |
| The Main on University | 2BR/2BA - The Danville | 2BR,2BA | $1.92 |
| Windsor Oak Creek | Potomac (A3) | 1BR,1BA | $2.30 |
| Pinewood Plaza Apartments | 1 Bedroom + 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.15 |
| Trillium Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| West Wood Oaks Apartments | Two-bedroom | 2BR,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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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 Apartments listed at $1,841.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Fairfax Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Fairfax Apartment is $1,495 at Red Bud Glen.
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 $2,342.
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