
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Merrifield, VA from $1,200 (79 Rentals)
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8420 Berea Dr

3030 Ellenwood Dr, Unit Basement

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Little River Glen IV

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Pinewood Plaza Apartments

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Tysons View

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Trillium Apartments

The Glen

Monticello Falls Church

Margate Manor
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3378 Whipple Ct

7312 Route 29, Unit 204

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Fairfax Circle Villa Apartments

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Vienna Park

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Providence Hall Apartments

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Fairfield Crossing Apartments

Fairfax Square

Avalon Dunn Loring

2904 Kings Chapel Rd, Unit 16

9708 Kingsbridge Dr
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3354 Woodburn Rd, Unit #14

9712 Kingsbridge Dr

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Amberleigh

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The Alder

9728 Kingsbridge Dr

7811 Enola St, Unit 110

2903 Charing Cross Rd

361 Holmes Dr NW

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Prosperity Flats Apartments

Idylwood Village West
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Tysons Glen Apartments and Townhomes

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PeachTree of McLean

2791 Centerboro Dr

Kingsley Commons Townhouses

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7402 Nigh Rd, Unit Basement

7402 Nigh Rd

2825 Kalmia Lee Ct

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Dwell Vienna Metro

Scout on the Circle Apartments

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eaves Fairfax Towers
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Avalon Mosaic

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9886 Gold Dust Ct, Unit Walk Out Basement

3175 Summit Square Dr

7598 Lakeside Village Dr

10237 Stratford Ave

216 Locust St SW, Unit 129

3306 Woodburn Village Dr, Unit 3306 Woodburn Village 21

3814 Lyndhurst Dr

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Merrifield at Dunn Loring Station Apartments

Dolley Madison at Tysons
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Merrifield, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Merrifield?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merrifield Studio Apartments | $2,229 | $1,532 | $3,675 |
| Merrifield 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,267 | $1,495 | $5,750 |
| Merrifield 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,855 | $1,862 | $8,836 |
| Merrifield 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,093 | $2,112 | $9,183 |
| Merrifield 4 Bedroom Apartments | $8,774 | $7,556 | $9,992 |
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Cheapest Available Merrifield Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Merrifield, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Little River Glen IV in the Red Fox Forest neighborhood priced from $1,495. Pinewood Plaza Apartments in the Red Fox Forest neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,498. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Merrifield apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Little River Glen IV | D | 1BR,1BA | $1,495 |
| Pinewood Plaza Apartments | 1 Bedroom + 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,498 |
| Trillium Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,562 |
| Monticello Falls Church | Studio, 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $1,680 |
| Coralain Gardens | Studio - Affordable 60% | Studio,1BA | $1,722 |
| Fairfax Circle Villa Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,790 |
| Vienna Park | 1Bedroom 1Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,793 |
| Fairfield Crossing Apartments | 1 Bedroom + 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,820 |
| The Glen | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath. E-Reno | 1BR,1BA | $1,825 |
| Fairfax Square | The Mason | 1BR,1BA | $1,832 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Merrifield, VA and Nearby
As of June 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Merrifield area is the $2.31 price per square foot Essex Model at Regent's Park in the in the Vienna Woods neighborhood starting from $2,531. The second greatest value Merrifield apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Model at Fairfield Crossing Apartments starting at $2,315 with a $2.23 price per square foot in the Westwood Park 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regent's Park | Essex | 2BR,2BA | $2.31 |
| Fairfield Crossing Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.23 |
| 7402 Nigh Rd, Unit Basement | 7402 Nigh Rd | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Vienna Park | 2Bedroom 1Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.28 |
| Pinewood Plaza Apartments | 2 Bedrooms + 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| Amberleigh | B4 | 2BR,1BA | $2.25 |
| The Fields at Merrifield | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.40 |
| Tysons View | One Bedroom Lower Level | 1BR,1BA | $2.62 |
| Fairfax Circle Villa Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.45 |
| Trillium Apartments | Junior One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.50 |
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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 Monticello Falls Church listed at $1,680.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Merrifield Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Merrifield Apartment is $1,495 at Little River Glen IV.
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 $1,862 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 $2,112.
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