
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Fairfax Neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL from $600 (29 Rentals)
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4584 Park St

2788 Park St

1122 Woodruff Ave

Madelyn Oaks Apartments

Cedar Creek Villas

Villas On The Hill
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Fairfax, Jacksonville, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Fairfax?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairfax Studio Apartments | $997 | $750 | $1,250 |
| Fairfax 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,175 | $660 | $1,900 |
| Fairfax 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,489 | $995 | $2,556 |
| Fairfax 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,558 | $1,177 | $2,664 |
| Fairfax 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,714 | $1,312 | $2,000 |
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There are currently 29 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Fairfax Neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL.
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Cheapest Available Fairfax Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Fairfax area of Jacksonville, FL is a Studio unit found at 2788 Park St priced from $750. Villas On The Hill has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $875. Here are the most affordable Fairfax apartments for rent in Jacksonville, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2788 Park St | #1 | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| Villas On The Hill | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Cove at Peninsula | Cedar | Studio,1BA | $959 |
| Madelyn Oaks Apartments | Two Bedroom Two Bathroom 50% | 2BR,2BA | $1,012 |
| Bayside at Peninsula | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,040 |
| Sound at Peninsula | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,104 |
| Cedar Creek Villas | 2 Bedroom Large | 2BR,1BA | $1,145 |
| Riviera Park | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| Courtyard Apartments | 1BR Lofts | 1BR,1BA | $1,225 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fairfax, FL
As of February 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Fairfax area is the $1.56 price per square foot 3 Beds, 2 baths Model at Cedar Creek Estates in the in the Avondale neighborhood starting from $1,875. The second greatest value Fairfax apartment is the 2 Bedroom Large Model at Cedar Creek Villas starting at $1,145 with a $1.01 price per square foot in the Ortega neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fairfax apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cedar Creek Estates | 3 Beds, 2 baths | 3BR,2BA | $1.56 |
| Cedar Creek Villas | 2 Bedroom Large | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.01 |
| 2717 Oak St, Unit 2717 | 2717 Oak St | 2BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Madelyn Oaks Apartments | Two Bedroom Two Bathroom 60% | 2BR,2BA | $1.33 |
| Bayside at Peninsula | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Sound at Peninsula | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| Courtyard Apartments | 1BR Lofts | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| 1308 Willow Branch Ave | 1308 Willow Branch Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| Cove at Peninsula | Cedar | Studio ,1BA | $1.59 |
| 2788 Park St | Unit 3 | 1BR,1BA | $1.70 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fairfax Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Fairfax?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Fairfax is under $1,225.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Fairfax?
The cheapest apartment in Fairfax is 2788 Park St which is listed at $850, while the average apartment in Fairfax costs $1,742.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Fairfax?
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 4 regular apartments in Fairfax 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 Fairfax?
Cheap apartments in Fairfax have an average cost of $730 which is $1,012 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Fairfax.
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