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Apartments for Rent in Fairfax VA - 1,052 Rentals

Fairfax, VA Apartments for Rent

Less than twenty miles west of Washington on Interstate 66, Fairfax is a small suburban community that has become quite popular with DC-area commuters seeking a quiet home environment. Families love the quaint atmosphere, excellent public schools, and friendly neighbors. Local community festivals celebrating everything from Irish heritage to the arts to chocolate are always popular with the locals, and the city’s public parks, playgrounds, and walkable downtown district give folks ample opportunities to spend time outdoors.

The student body of neighboring George Mason University is actually larger than the entire population of Fairfax, and many students, faculty, and staff members call the city home—consequently, locals enjoy access to the attractions and resources of the campus as well as a unique blend of amenities catering to the college. The Metro’s Orange Line serves the community through Vienna Station, giving folks the ability to easily reach the nation’s capital without the use of a personal vehicle.


Fairfax, VA Rental Insights

Average Rent Rates

What is the average rent in Fairfax, VA?

The average rent in Fairfax is $2,097. When you rent an apartment in Fairfax, you can expect to pay as little as $1,871 or as much as $2,901, depending on the location and the size of the apartment.

What is the average rent of a Studio apartment in Fairfax, VA?

The average rent for a studio apartment in Fairfax, VA is $1,871 per month.

What is the average rent of a 1 bedroom apartment in Fairfax, VA?

The average rent for a one bedroom apartment in Fairfax, VA is $2,101 per month.

What is the average rent of a 2 bedroom apartment in Fairfax, VA?

The average rent for a two bedroom apartment in Fairfax, VA is $2,536 per month.

What is the average rent of a 3 bedroom apartment in Fairfax, VA?

The average rent for a three bedroom apartment in Fairfax, VA is $2,901 per month.

Transportation

How transit friendly is Fairfax, VA?

Transit options in Fairfax vary, but overall, it has a transit score of 26.

Education

What are the top Elementary schools in Fairfax, VA?

In Fairfax, you’ll find top-ranking elementary schools like Navy Elementary, Willow Springs Elementary, and Laurel Ridge Elementary.

What are the top middle schools in Fairfax, VA?

Fairfax is home to some top-ranking middle schools, including Robinson Secondary, Frost Middle, and Johnson Middle School.

What are the top high schools in Fairfax, VA?

Moving is tough for high school students! Look for Fairfax apartments near top-ranking high schools like Woodson High, Robinson Secondary, and Fairfax High.

What colleges and universities are in Fairfax, VA?

If you’re a student moving to an apartment in Fairfax, you’ll have access to George Mason Univ., Fairfax, NOVA, Annandale Campus, and Marymount University.

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