
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Merrifield Neighborhood of Fairfax, VA from $1,600 (28 Rentals)
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Furnished Studio-Washington, D.C. - Falls Church - Merrifield

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Modera Mosaic

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Providence Hall Apartments

9483 Fairfax Blvd

9479 Fairfax Blvd

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Amberleigh
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Avalon Mosaic

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Dwell Vienna Metro

2665 Prosperity Ave

Scout on the Circle Apartments

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Prosperity Flats Apartments

3335 Breckenridge Ct

8001 Chanute Pl
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3335 Breckenridge Ct

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Vienna Park

Avalon Dunn Loring

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Merrifield at Dunn Loring Station Apartments

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The Point at Dunn Loring

9490 Virginia Center Blvd

3306 Woodburn Village Dr, Unit 3306 Woodburn Village 21
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2726 Gallows Rd

8312 Tobin Rd, Unit 31

3360 Woodburn Rd

9486 Virginia Center Blvd

3302 Woodburn Village Dr

The Fields at Merrifield

Dunn Loring Metro Apartments
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merrifield Studio Apartments | $2,168 | $1,649 | $3,441 |
| Merrifield 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,220 | $1,605 | $3,359 |
| Merrifield 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,723 | $2,000 | $4,380 |
| Merrifield 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,942 | $2,431 | $4,219 |
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There are currently 28 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 Trillium Apartments priced from $1,590. Halstead Square - Lofts & Lotus has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,700. Here are the most affordable Merrifield apartments for rent in Fairfax, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trillium Apartments | Convertible One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,590 |
| Halstead Square - Lofts & Lotus | Studio_WDU_120_S06_Lotus | Studio,1BA | $1,700 |
| Modera Mosaic | A19 - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,762 |
| Vienna Park | 1Bedroom 1Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,827 |
| Avalon Dunn Loring | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,857 |
| Amberleigh | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,862 |
| Dwell Vienna Metro | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,957 |
| The Point at Dunn Loring | E1 C Epoch 1 | Studio,1BA | $1,989 |
| The Fields at Merrifield | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $2,101 |
| Merrifield at Dunn Loring Station Apartments | Washington Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2,149 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Merrifield, VA
As of February 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Merrifield area is the $2.49 price per square foot Madison Model at Merrifield at Dunn Loring Station Apartments in the in the Madrillon Farms neighborhood starting from $2,529. The second greatest value Merrifield apartment is the 2Bedroom 1Bathroom Model at Vienna Park starting at $2,085 with a $2.09 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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| Merrifield at Dunn Loring Station Apartments | Madison | 2BR,2BA | $2.49 |
| Vienna Park | 2Bedroom 1Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.09 |
| Amberleigh | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $2.24 |
| The Fields at Merrifield | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.40 |
| Avalon Mosaic | A3CF | 1BR,1BA | $3.29 |
| Prosperity Flats Apartments | B1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.18 |
| Scout on the Circle Apartments | A102 | 1BR,1BA | $3.39 |
| Trillium Apartments | Junior One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.48 |
| Dwell Vienna Metro | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.11 |
| The Point at Dunn Loring | E1 Epoch 1 | Studio ,1BA | $3.43 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Merrifield Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Merrifield?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Merrifield is at Halstead Square - Lofts & Lotus listed at $1,700.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Merrifield Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Merrifield Apartment is $1,605 at Trillium Apartments.
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 $2,000 at Trillium Apartments.
What is the most affordable Merrifield Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Merrifield Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Trillium Apartments and starts from $2,431.
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