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5504 Lakewhite Ct

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2765 Centerboro Dr

10506 Oak Pl

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Fairfax, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Fairfax?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Fairfax 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,531 | $2,300 | $3,000 |
Fairfax 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,276 | $2,575 | $4,900 |
Fairfax 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,772 | $3,000 | $4,500 |
Fairfax 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,425 | $2,850 | $5,500 |
Fairfax 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,300 | $4,300 | $4,300 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Fairfax, VA
Pricing Updated: 04/23/2025Current 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:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Merrifield | $3,168 | $1,100 | 110 |
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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Lodge at Autumn Willow | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,336 |
West Wood Oaks Apartments | Two-bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,498 |
Cardinal Court | 1BR & 1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fairfax, VA
As of April 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Fairfax area is the $2.57 price per square foot B3 Model at Gables Centerpointe in the in the East Market at Fair Lakes neighborhood starting from $2,870. The second greatest value Fairfax apartment is the B1 Model at Masonvale starting at $2,360 with a $2.65 price per square foot in the Red Fox Forest 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. |
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Gables Centerpointe | B3 | 2BR,2BA | $2.57 |
Masonvale | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.65 |
The Jefferson at Fair Oaks | Ambassador | 1BR,1BA | $2.54 |
Layton Hall Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.22 |
Amberleigh | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.16 |
Shenandoah Crossing Apartment Homes | White Oak | 1BR,1BA | $2.67 |
Windsor Oak Creek | Potomac (A3) | 1BR,1BA | $2.66 |
West Wood Oaks Apartments | Two-bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.86 |
Ellipse at Fairfax Corner | Adams Premium | 1BR,1BA | $2.25 |
The Lodge at Autumn Willow | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.76 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Fairfax
What type of rentals are currently available in Fairfax?
There are currently 116 Apartments for Rent in Fairfax, VA with pricing that ranges from $1,336 to $9,780. There are also 54 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Fairfax ranging from $748 to $5,500.
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 $748 to $5,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,323.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Fairfax?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Fairfax range from $2,300 to $9,780, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,575 to $4,900. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,339.
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Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money
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With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.