Cheap Apartments for Rent in Fairfield, CA from $700 (17 Rentals)

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Sunset Creek Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Sunset Creek Apartments

840 E Travis BlvdFairfield, CA 94533
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Brentwood Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Brentwood Apartments

1620 Park LnFairfield, CA 94533
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181-211 Pacific Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

181-211 Pacific Ave

181-211 Pacific AveFairfield, CA 94533
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Travis Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Travis Apartments

407 E Travis BlvdFairfield, CA 94533
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Woodcreek Senior Commons
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Woodcreek Senior Commons

1625 Woodcreek DrFairfield, CA 94534
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Peachwood Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Peachwood Apartments

2275-2293 Peach Tree DrFairfield, CA 94533
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1427 Phoenix Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

1427 Phoenix Dr

1427 Phoenix DrFairfield, CA 94533
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Woodside Court
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Woodside Court

555 Alaska AveFairfield, CA 94533
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Fairfield, CA

Pricing Updated: 03/05/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Fairfield, CA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Fairfield Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Green Valley$2,875$1,80042
Paradise Crest$3,000$1,39966
West$3,070$1,399177
Paradise Valley$3,250$1,450114

Cheapest Available Fairfield Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Fairfield, CA is a Studio unit found at Delta Court Apartments in the Paradise Crest neighborhood priced from $1,399. Magnolia Terrace in the Paradise Crest neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,548. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Fairfield apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Delta Court ApartmentsStudio 400Studio,1BA$1,399
Magnolia Terrace1x11BR,1BA$1,548
Birchwood ApartmentsK81BR,1BA$1,625
1100 West St1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,625
Paradise Valley Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,695

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fairfield, CA

As of March 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Fairfield area is the $2.36 price per square foot Zinfandel Model at Vines on 80 in the in the Green Valley neighborhood starting from $2,575. The second greatest value Fairfield apartment is the 2BD 1.5BTH Model at Autumn Oaks Apartments starting at $2,099 with a $2.00 price per square foot in the Paradise Valley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fairfield apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Vines on 80Zinfandel2BR,2BA$2.36
Autumn Oaks Apartments2BD 1.5BTH2BR,1.5BA$2.00
Park HavenThe Harmony1BR,1BA$1.66
Pinecrest Villas2 Bedroom 2 Bath - Upstairs2BR,2BA$1.95
River Run Apartments22F2BR,2BA$2.31
WaterscapeMorgan 2x1B2BR,1BA$2.14
ReNew Park VivaBeta 2x12BR,1BA$2.37
Dover Park Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.18
PeachwoodB12BR,1BA$2.41
Elements at 1600Two Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.44

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Fairfield Overview

Fairfield, CA has historically been tied to local farming communities. Now, it keeps its small-town heritage while still offering plenty of amenities for locals and tourists alike. Fairfield has robust schools, green city parks, varied shopping districts, a vibrant ethnic cuisine scene, and numerous wineries in and around the area. This town has a lot to offer families and singles just starting out who want a more affordable place to live near San Francisco.

Why live in Fairfield, CA?

The Bay Area is famous for the sea, a melting pot of cultures, Napa Valley ... and a high cost of living. Apartments in Fairfield bucks this trend with a friendly atmosphere and multiple affordable units to choose from. The town is safe and peaceful, and if you long for big city life you just have to hop onto the highway. The highlights of San Francisco, Santa Rosa, and Oakland are all within commuting distance. This town is well placed to set down roots while working in another area, and this is well served by a dynamic school system.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fairfield Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Fairfield?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Fairfield is under $1,799.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Fairfield?

The cheapest apartment in Fairfield is Magnolia Terrace which is listed at $1,548, while the average apartment in Fairfield costs $3,048.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Fairfield?

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 54 regular apartments in Fairfield 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 Fairfield?

Cheap apartments in Fairfield have an average cost of $967 which is $2,081 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Fairfield.

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