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4040 Gateway DrFairfax, VA 22030
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9450 Fairfax BlvdFairfax, VA 22031
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3700 Jermantown RdFairfax, VA 22030
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Fairfax City County, VA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Fairfax City County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairfax City County Studio Apartments | $2,543 | $1,978 | $3,481 |
| Fairfax City County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,700 | $1,733 | $5,526 |
| Fairfax City County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,993 | $1,520 | $6,248 |
| Fairfax City County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,413 | $2,822 | $10,000+ |
| Fairfax City County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,369 | $1,339 | $1,399 |
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Cheapest Available Fairfax City County Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Fairfax City County, VA is a 2 Beds unit found at West Wood Oaks Apartments in the Lyndhurst neighborhood priced from $1,498. Gainsborough Court Apartments in the Fairfax Acres neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,065. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Fairfax City County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Wood Oaks Apartments | Two-bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,498 |
| Gainsborough Court Apartments | Burke | 1BR,1BA | $2,065 |
| Scout on the Circle Apartments | A1_50 | 1BR,1BA | $2,142 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fairfax City County, VA
As of May 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Fairfax City County area is the $0.93 price per square foot 4BR/4BA - The Williamsburg Model at The Main on University in the in the Burke Centre neighborhood starting from $1,359. The second greatest value Fairfax City County apartment is the F2_50 Model at Scout on the Circle Apartments starting at $5,224 with a $3.76 price per square foot in the Vienna Woods neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fairfax City County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Main on University | 4BR/4BA - The Williamsburg | 4BR,4BA | $0.93 |
| Scout on the Circle Apartments | F2_50 | 3BR,2BA | $3.76 |
| eaves Fairfax City | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.38 |
| The Point at Fairfax | B02 | 2BR,2BA | $2.78 |
| Fairfax Square | The Patriot | 1BR,1BA | $2.53 |
| West Wood Oaks Apartments | Two-bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.86 |
| Gainsborough Court Apartments | Burke | 1BR,1BA | $2.94 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fairfax City County Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Fairfax City County?
The cheapest apartment in Fairfax City County is Fairfax Square which is listed at $2,053, while the average apartment in Fairfax City County costs $2,990.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Fairfax City County?
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 1 regular apartments in Fairfax City County 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 City County?
Cheap apartments in Fairfax City County have an average cost of $1,369 which is $1,621 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Fairfax City County.
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