
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Fairfield Neighborhood of Frederick, MD from $800 (57 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Fairfield area of Frederick.


Little Brook Apartments

109 S Bentz St

1235 Greylock Ln

The Grove At Alban

The Westwinds

Brooklawn Apartments

Ox Fibre Apartments

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316 East Patrick Street

127 N Market St
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478A W South St, Unit B, Unit B

The Apartments at Elmwood Terrace

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248 W Patrick St, Unit 2, Unit 2

Potomac Commons

308 N Market St

338 S Jefferson St, Unit Second Floor D, Unit Second Floor D

Foundry Square Apartments

Fieldpointe

Francis Scott Key

Overlook East
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Clearbrook Apartments

Prospect Hall Apartments

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Willowdale Crossing

The Residences at the Manor Apartments

The Retreat at Market Square

The Fred Apartment Homes

Apartments at Sunset

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419 N Market St, Unit Apt A, Unit Apt A

101 W South St

10 W All Saints St
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15 W South St, Unit 1 Apt, Unit 1 Apt

EDE

The Fields at Rock Creek

480 W South St

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The Park at Walnut Ridge

Derbyshire

Hickory Hill Apartments

2 James St

Creekside at Taskers Chance

Hamilton Station
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41 E Patrick St

Frederick Greenes Apartments

Parkview Apartments

The Cascades of Frederick - Ages 62+

Overlook Manor Townhomes

The Apartments at Hunters Glen

Sharpe Square Apartments-62+ Seniors

122 W All Saints St

The Apartments at Jefferson Chase

North Market - South Carroll Apartments
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Fairfield, Frederick, MD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Fairfield?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairfield Studio Apartments | $1,704 | $1,133 | $2,115 |
| Fairfield 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,801 | $1,015 | $2,680 |
| Fairfield 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,095 | $886 | $3,400 |
| Fairfield 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,485 | $998 | $3,264 |
| Fairfield 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,935 | $2,499 | $3,306 |
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There are currently 57 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Fairfield Neighborhood of Frederick, MD.
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Cheapest Available Fairfield Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Fairfield area of Frederick, MD is a 2 Beds unit found at Sinclair Way priced from $886. The Westwinds has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,289. Here are the most affordable Fairfield apartments for rent in Frederick, MD:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sinclair Way | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $886 |
| The Westwinds | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,289 |
| Creekside at Taskers Chance | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,305 |
| The Grove At Alban | 2 BR | 2BR,1BA | $1,379 |
| Ox Fibre Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,388 |
| The Apartments at Elmwood Terrace | 1BR 1BA (665sf) | 1BR,1BA | $1,411 |
| Frederick Greenes Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,414 |
| The Cascades of Frederick - Ages 62+ | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,531 |
| Little Brook Apartments | The Frederick | 1BR,1BA | $1,545 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fairfield, MD
As of April 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Fairfield area is the $1.36 price per square foot C Model at Overlook at Avalon in the in the Taskers Chance neighborhood starting from $2,129. The second greatest value Fairfield apartment is the 2034 Bedroom (A) Model at The Fred Apartment Homes starting at $1,834 with a $1.76 price per square foot in the Taskers Chance neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fairfield apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overlook at Avalon | C | 3BR,3BA | $1.36 |
| The Fred Apartment Homes | 2034 Bedroom (A) | 2BR,2BA | $1.76 |
| 419 N Market St, Unit Apt A | 419 N Market St | 2BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| The Grove At Alban | 2 BR | 2BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Potomac Commons | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| Clearbrook Apartments | The Sydney | 1BR,1BA | $1.94 |
| 338 S Jefferson St, Unit Second Floor D | 338 S Jefferson St | 2BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| 478A W South St, Unit B | 478A W South St | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| The Westwinds | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.76 |
| Sinclair Way | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fairfield Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Fairfield?
The cheapest apartment in Fairfield is Sinclair Way which is listed at $1,015, while the average apartment in Fairfield costs $2,902.
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 16 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 $204 which is $2,698 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Fairfield.
Expert Rental Resources
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