Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Merrifield Neighborhood of Fairfax, VA from $1,100 (17 Rentals)

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Merrifield, Fairfax, VA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Merrifield Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Merrifield area of Fairfax, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Vienna Park priced from $1,807. Amberleigh has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,856. Here are the most affordable Merrifield apartments for rent in Fairfax, VA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Vienna Park1Bedroom 1Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,807
AmberleighA11BR,1BA$1,856
The Fields at MerrifieldB12BR,1BA$1,992
Merrifield at Dunn Loring Station ApartmentsJackson Classic1BR,1BA$2,099
Dwell Vienna MetroA21BR,1BA$2,100

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Merrifield, VA

As of April 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Merrifield area is the $2.81 price per square foot Potomac Renovated Model at Merrifield at Dunn Loring Station Apartments in the in the Madrillon Farms neighborhood starting from $3,550. The second greatest value Merrifield apartment is the 1Bedroom 1Bathroom Model at Vienna Park starting at $1,805 with a $1.81 price per square foot in the Madrillon Farms neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Merrifield apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Merrifield at Dunn Loring Station ApartmentsPotomac Renovated3BR,2BA$2.81
Vienna Park1Bedroom 1Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.81
The Fields at MerrifieldB12BR,1BA$2.27
AmberleighA11BR,1BA$2.16
Vantage Mosaic1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.30
Dwell Vienna MetroA21BR,1BA$2.90
Prosperity Flats ApartmentsW1 - Income Restrictions Apply1BR,1BA$3.19
Regent's ParkSt. James1BR,1BA$3.23
The Point at Dunn LoringA3 Aeon 31BR,1BA$3.38
Avalon MosaicA1SC1BR,1BA$3.40

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Merrifield, Fairfax, and the greater Fairfax area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury housing options, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Getting Around the Merrifield Neighborhood in Fairfax, VA

Walk Score®

77 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

62 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

1 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Merrifield Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Merrifield Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Merrifield Apartment is $1,805 at Vienna Park.

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 $1,992 at The Fields at Merrifield.

What is the most affordable Merrifield Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Merrifield Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Amberleigh and starts from $3,068.

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