Cheap Apartments for Rent in Fairfield, CA from $700 (17 Rentals)

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Brentwood Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Brentwood Apartments

1620 Park LnFairfield, CA 94533
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181-211 Pacific Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

181-211 Pacific Ave

181-211 Pacific AveFairfield, CA 94533
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Travis Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Travis Apartments

407 E Travis BlvdFairfield, CA 94533
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Woodcreek Senior Commons
1 Bedroom Apartments

Woodcreek Senior Commons

1625 Woodcreek DrFairfield, CA 94534
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Peachwood Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Peachwood Apartments

2275-2293 Peach Tree DrFairfield, CA 94533
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1427 Phoenix Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

1427 Phoenix Dr

1427 Phoenix DrFairfield, CA 94533
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Woodside Court
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Woodside Court

555 Alaska AveFairfield, CA 94533
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Fairfield, CA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Fairfield, CA

Pricing Updated: 04/12/2025

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

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Paradise Crest$2,773$1,40092
Green Valley$2,936$1,60017
Paradise Valley$3,345$1,20684
West$3,345$1,400122

Cheapest Available Fairfield Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Fairfield, CA is a Studio unit found at Delta Court in the Paradise Crest neighborhood priced from $1,400. Magnolia Terrace in the Paradise Crest neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,488. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Fairfield apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Delta CourtStudioStudio,1BA$1,400
Magnolia Terrace1x11BR,1BA$1,488
Welcome to Peachwood ApartmentsOne Bedroom One Bath Downstairs1BR,1BA$1,650
Birchwood Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,695
Dover Park Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,697

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fairfield, CA

As of April 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Fairfield area is the $2.19 price per square foot Chestnut Model at Rolling Oaks Apartment Homes in the in the Paradise Valley neighborhood starting from $2,484. The second greatest value Fairfield apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Bath - Downstairs Model at Pinecrest Villas starting at $1,849 with a $1.85 price per square foot in the Paradise Valley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fairfield apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Rolling Oaks Apartment HomesChestnut2BR,2BA$2.19
Pinecrest Villas2 Bedroom 2 Bath - Downstairs2BR,2BA$1.85
Park HavenThe Affinity2BR,1.5BA$2.20
Pinewood Village Condominiums2 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom Townhome2BR,1.5BA$2.08
ReNew Park VivaBeta 2x12BR,1BA$2.50
WaterscapeHarbor 1X1B1BR,1BA$2.24
2101s2BR/1.5BA2BR,1.5BA$2.06
Bennington1x1 Classic1BR,1BA$2.60
Marina Village ApartmentsUnit 2A2BR,1BA$2.53
Birchwood Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.56

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Fairfield Overview

Fairfield, CA has historically been tied to local farming communities. Now, it keeps its small-town heritage while still offering plenty of amenities for locals and tourists alike. Fairfield has robust schools, green city parks, varied shopping districts, a vibrant ethnic cuisine scene, and numerous wineries in and around the area. This town has a lot to offer families and singles just starting out who want a more affordable place to live near San Francisco.

Why live in Fairfield, CA?

The Bay Area is famous for the sea, a melting pot of cultures, Napa Valley ... and a high cost of living. Apartments in Fairfield bucks this trend with a friendly atmosphere and multiple affordable units to choose from. The town is safe and peaceful, and if you long for big city life you just have to hop onto the highway. The highlights of San Francisco, Santa Rosa, and Oakland are all within commuting distance. This town is well placed to set down roots while working in another area, and this is well served by a dynamic school system.

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Fairfield, CA

Ranked #403

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Fairfield, CA

Walk Score®

50 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

49 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

26 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fairfield Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Fairfield?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Fairfield is under $1,750.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Fairfield?

The cheapest apartment in Fairfield is Magnolia Terrace which is listed at $1,488, while the average apartment in Fairfield costs $3,099.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Fairfield?

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 44 regular apartments in Fairfield 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 Fairfield?

Cheap apartments in Fairfield have an average cost of $705 which is $2,394 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Fairfield.

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