
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Merrifield Neighborhood of Fairfax, VA from $900 (21 Rentals)
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2655 Prosperity Ave

Dwell Vienna Metro

Modera Mosaic

Avalon Mosaic
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9445 Fairfax Blvd

3015 Nicosh Circle, Unit 2103

2765 Centerboro Dr

2904 Kings Chapel Rd, Unit 16

Merrifield at Dunn Loring Station Apartments

3352 Woodburn Rd
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Avalon Dunn Loring

The Point at Dunn Loring

9490 Virginia Center Blvd

107 Patrick St SE

2765 Centerboro Dr
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Merrifield, Fairfax, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Merrifield?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Merrifield Studio Apartments | $2,428 | $1,975 | $5,817 |
Merrifield 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,458 | $999 | $5,828 |
Merrifield 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,111 | $2,050 | $7,554 |
Merrifield 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,662 | $2,300 | $9,513 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 21 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Merrifield Neighborhood of Fairfax, VA.
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Cheapest Available Merrifield Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Merrifield area of Fairfax, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Amberleigh priced from $1,886. Halstead Square - Lofts & Lotus has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,100. Here are the most affordable Merrifield apartments for rent in Fairfax, VA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Amberleigh | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,886 |
Halstead Square - Lofts & Lotus | Lofts-S08 | Studio,1BA | $2,100 |
The Fields at Merrifield | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $2,108 |
Modera Mosaic | A19 - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,129 |
Avalon Dunn Loring | A5 | 1BR,1BA | $2,140 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Merrifield, VA
As of June 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Merrifield area is the $0.78 price per square foot 8125 Heatherton Ln Model at 8125 Heatherton Ln in the in the Madrillon Farms neighborhood starting from $999. The second greatest value Merrifield apartment is the Potomac Renovated WD Model at Merrifield at Dunn Loring Station Apartments starting at $3,645 with a $2.88 price per square foot in the Madrillon Farms neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Merrifield apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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8125 Heatherton Ln | 8125 Heatherton Ln | 1BR,1BA | $0.78 |
Merrifield at Dunn Loring Station Apartments | Potomac Renovated WD | 3BR,2BA | $2.88 |
Regent's Park | Bloomsbury | 2BR,2BA | $2.87 |
Scout on the Circle Apartments | B6 (AHU) | 2BR,1BA | $2.93 |
The Fields at Merrifield | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.40 |
Amberleigh | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.19 |
Vantage Mosaic | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.30 |
Prosperity Flats Apartments | B1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.44 |
The Point at Dunn Loring | A3 Aeon 3 | 1BR,1BA | $3.29 |
Halstead Square - Lofts & Lotus | Lofts-S08 | Studio ,1BA | $3.95 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Getting Around the Merrifield Neighborhood in Fairfax, VA
Walk Score®
77 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
62 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
1 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Merrifield Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Merrifield Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Merrifield Apartment is $1,886 at Amberleigh.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Merrifield Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Merrifield is starting from $2,108 at The Fields at Merrifield.
What is the most affordable Merrifield Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Merrifield Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Amberleigh and starts from $2,999.
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