Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Market at Fair Lakes Neighborhood of Fairfax, VA from $1,100 (25 Rentals)
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Fairfax Crest

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Overture Fair Ridge 62+ Active Adult Apartment Homes

3916 Penderview Dr

The Knoll at Fair Oaks

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The Courts at Fair Oaks Apartments
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3903 Penderview Dr

12161 Penderview Terrace

12158 Penderview Terrace

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Halstead Fair Oaks

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The Jefferson at Fair Oaks

12124 Garden Ridge Ln
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12124 Garden Ridge Ln, Unit 301, Unit 301

4490 Market Commons Dr

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Windsor at Fairlakes

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Lincoln at Fair Oaks

3910 Penderview Dr

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12158 Penderview Ln, Unit 12158 penerview la, Unit 12158 penerview la

12660 Heron Ridge Dr

4480 Market Commons Dr

Camden Monument Place

Windsor Oak Creek

4925 Cahoon Ct
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Camden Fair Lakes
East Market at Fair Lakes, Fairfax, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Market at Fair Lakes?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Market at Fair Lakes Studio Apartments | $2,134 | $1,909 | $2,579 |
| East Market at Fair Lakes 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,350 | $1,108 | $3,588 |
| East Market at Fair Lakes 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,915 | $1,323 | $4,434 |
| East Market at Fair Lakes 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,115 | $1,521 | $4,439 |
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There are currently 25 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the East Market at Fair Lakes Neighborhood of Fairfax, VA.
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Cheapest Available East Market at Fair Lakes Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Market at Fair Lakes area of Washington, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Fairfax Crest priced from $1,108. The Courts at Fair Oaks Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,883. Here are the most affordable East Market at Fair Lakes apartments for rent in Washington, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairfax Crest | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,108 |
| The Courts at Fair Oaks Apartments | Studio 1BA | Studio,1BA | $1,883 |
| The Jefferson at Fair Oaks | Chancellor | 1BR,1BA | $1,942 |
| Windsor Oak Creek | Oaks (A2) | 1BR,1BA | $2,023 |
| Lincoln at Fair Oaks | One Bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $2,056 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Market at Fair Lakes, VA
As of May 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Market at Fair Lakes area is the $2.91 price per square foot C1-3X3 Model at Vista Fairfax Corner in the in the East Market at Fair Lakes neighborhood starting from $3,937. The second greatest value East Market at Fair Lakes apartment is the 2 Beds, 2 baths Model at Fairfax Crest starting at $1,323 with a $1.13 price per square foot in the East Market at Fair Lakes neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Market at Fair Lakes apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vista Fairfax Corner | C1-3X3 | 3BR,2BA | $2.91 |
| Fairfax Crest | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.13 |
| The Knoll at Fair Oaks | C2A | 3BR,2BA | $2.64 |
| The Julian at Fair Lakes | 1 Bed 1Bath-Kilby | 1BR,1BA | $2.90 |
| Windsor at Fairlakes | Emerson Premium | 2BR,1BA | $2.67 |
| Gables Centerpointe | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $2.78 |
| Windsor Oak Creek | Potomac (A3) | 1BR,1BA | $2.62 |
| Lincoln at Fair Oaks | One Bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $2.90 |
| Fairchase | 1 Bedroom B | 1BR,1BA | $3.45 |
| The Jefferson at Fair Oaks | Chancellor | 1BR,1BA | $3.30 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Market at Fair Lakes Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in East Market at Fair Lakes?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in East Market at Fair Lakes is under $2,423.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Market at Fair Lakes?
The cheapest apartment in East Market at Fair Lakes is Fairfax Crest which is listed at $1,108, while the average apartment in East Market at Fair Lakes costs $2,906.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in East Market at Fair Lakes?
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 8 regular apartments in East Market at Fair Lakes 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 East Market at Fair Lakes?
Cheap apartments in East Market at Fair Lakes have an average cost of $487 which is $2,419 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Market at Fair Lakes.
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