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Fairfax, VA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Fairfax, VA

Pricing Updated: 03/25/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Fairfax, VA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Fairfax Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Merrifield$6,475$1,900241

Cheapest Available Fairfax Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Fairfax, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Lodge at Autumn Willow in the Cedar Crest neighborhood priced from $1,336. West Wood Oaks Apartments in the Lyndhurst neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,498. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Fairfax apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Lodge at Autumn WillowOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,336
West Wood Oaks ApartmentsTwo-bedroom2BR,1BA$1,498
Pinewood Plaza Apartments1 Bedroom + 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,698

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fairfax, VA

As of March 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Fairfax area is the $2.50 price per square foot B2 Model at Gables Centerpointe in the in the East Market at Fair Lakes neighborhood starting from $2,718. The second greatest value Fairfax apartment is the Monticello Model at The Jefferson at Fair Oaks starting at $2,350 with a $2.17 price per square foot in the Fairfax Acres neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fairfax apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Gables CenterpointeB22BR,2BA$2.50
The Jefferson at Fair OaksMonticello2BR,2BA$2.17
Fairfax Circle Villa Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$2.18
The Julian at Fair Lakes2 Bed 2 Bath-Rivanna2BR,2BA$2.60
AmberleighA11BR,1BA$2.23
Radiant Fairfax RidgeA1.31BR,1BA$2.64
West Wood Oaks ApartmentsTwo-bedroom2BR,1BA$1.86
Pinewood Plaza Apartments1 Bedroom + 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.15
The Lodge at Autumn WillowOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.76
12156 Penderview Terrace12156 Penderview Terrace1BR,1BA$2.50

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Frequently Asked Questions about Fairfax

What type of rentals are currently available in Fairfax?

There are currently 122 Apartments for Rent in Fairfax, VA with pricing that ranges from $1,300 to $7,880. There are also 60 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Fairfax ranging from $850 to $6,475.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Fairfax?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Fairfax ranges from $850 to $6,475 with an average monthly rent of $3,282.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting

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