Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Fairfax Neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL from $600 (28 Rentals)
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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 | $948 | $897 | $1,050 |
| Fairfax 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,151 | $700 | $2,111 |
| Fairfax 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,415 | $985 | $2,258 |
| Fairfax 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,495 | $1,177 | $2,664 |
| Fairfax 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,561 | $1,312 | $2,000 |
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Cheapest Available Fairfax Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Fairfax area of Jacksonville, FL is a 1 Bed unit found at Infinity Magnolia 2, LLC - Morning Side Apartments priced from $850. Herschel Street Apartments 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Infinity Magnolia 2, LLC - Morning Side Apartments | 1 BED / 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Herschel Street Apartments | 1Bd / 1 Bth | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Villas On The Hill | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Cove at Peninsula | Cedar | Studio,1BA | $897 |
| Cypress Apartments | Cypress Apartments - 504 | 2BR,1BA | $900 |
| Madelyn Oaks Apartments | Two Bedroom Two Bathroom 50% | 2BR,2BA | $1,012 |
| Cedar Creek Villas | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,045 |
| Sound at Peninsula | 2B | 2BR,2BA | $1,077 |
| Bayside at Peninsula | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,087 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fairfax, FL
As of January 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Fairfax area is the $1.21 price per square foot 2943 St Johns Ave Model at 2943 St Johns Ave, Unit 3 upstairs in the in the Riverside neighborhood starting from $1,690. The second greatest value Fairfax apartment is the 3A Model at Sound at Peninsula starting at $1,335 with a $0.99 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2943 St Johns Ave, Unit 3 upstairs | 2943 St Johns Ave | 3BR,2BA | $1.21 |
| Sound at Peninsula | 3A | 3BR,2BA | $0.99 |
| Cedar Creek Villas | 2 Bedroom Large | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.01 |
| 2830 Herschel St, Unit 1 | 2830 Herschel St | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Madelyn Oaks Apartments | Two Bedroom Two Bathroom 60% | 2BR,2BA | $1.14 |
| Bayside at Peninsula | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Cypress Apartments | Cypress Apartments - 504 | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| 1308 Willow Branch Ave, Unit A | 1308 Willow Branch Ave | Studio ,1BA | $1.50 |
| Infinity Magnolia 2, LLC - Morning Side Apartments | 1 BED / 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Cove at Peninsula | Cedar | Studio ,1BA | $1.49 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fairfax Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Fairfax?
The cheapest apartment in Fairfax is Infinity Magnolia 2, LLC - Morning Side Apartments which is listed at $850, while the average apartment in Fairfax costs $1,435.
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 $915 which is $520 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Fairfax.
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