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Fairfax, VA Local Guide

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 Greater Fairfax neighborhood priced from $1,127. The Lodge at Autumn Willow in the East Market at Fair Lakes neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,619. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Fairfax apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
West Wood Oaks ApartmentsOne-bedroom1BR,1BA$1,127
The Lodge at Autumn WillowOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,619
Cardinal Court1BR & 1Bath1BR,1BA$1,695
The Courts at Fair OaksStudio 1BAStudio,1BA$1,740
AmberleighA11BR,1BA$1,751

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fairfax, VA

As of September 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Fairfax area is the $2.07 price per square foot 3501 W Ox Rd Model at 3501 W Ox Rd, Unit Ghazal in the in the East Market at Fair Lakes neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value Fairfax apartment is the E1 Model at Masonvale starting at $2,964 with a $2.23 price per square foot in the Red Fox Forest 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.
3501 W Ox Rd, Unit Ghazal3501 W Ox Rd2BR,1.5BA$2.07
MasonvaleE13BR,3BA$2.23
Radiant Fairfax RidgeB11.12BR,2BA$2.30
eaves Fairfax CityB22BR,2BA$2.31
Fairchase2 Bedrooms A2BR,2BA$2.46
3846 Farrcroft Grn, Unit Farrcroft Green3846 Farrcroft Grn1BR,1BA$1.33
AmberleighA11BR,1BA$2.03
The Lodge at Autumn WillowOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.13
eaves Fair LakesA11BR,1BA$2.40
West Wood Oaks ApartmentsOne-bedroom1BR,1BA$1.83

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Fairfax, VA

Ranked #34

Among cities in Virginia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Fairfax

What type of rentals are currently available in Fairfax?

There are currently 121 Apartments for Rent in Fairfax, VA with pricing that ranges from $1,200 to $4,385. There are also 134 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Fairfax ranging from $750 to $6,950.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Fairfax?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Fairfax ranges from $750 to $6,950 with an average monthly rent of $3,595.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Fairfax?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Fairfax range from $2,468 to $4,385, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,550 to $4,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,399.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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