George Mason University

Fairfax, VA

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George Mason University, named after one of the founding fathers of the United States, is the largest public research university in Virginia. Established in 1972, George Mason University’s Fairfax Campus sits about 20 miles southwest of Washington, DC. GMU’s Fairfax Campus is also the principal center for undergraduate life, consisting of 677 wooded acres. The Fairfax Campus’ prime location allows for a traditional college experience in a beautiful setting as well as the internship and recreational opportunities afforded by a world-class city.

There are plenty of apartments available near GMU’s Fairfax Campus. Those frequenting the Volgenau School of Engineering may want to focus their search on the south side of campus, near Braddock Road, while those spending the bulk of their time at the School of Business might prefer to concentrate on properties closer to the north side of campus, near University Drive. GMU is accessible from I-66 and I-495 and provides free shuttle buses to the nearest Metro station in Vienna.

Rent Trends

As of January 2025, the average apartment rent in Fairfax, VA is $1,923 for a studio, $2,119 for one bedroom, $2,555 for two bedrooms, and $2,900 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Fairfax has increased by 2.5% in the past year.

  • Studio

  • 550 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,923/month

    Average Rent

  • 1 BR

  • 767 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $2,119/month

    Average Rent

  • 2 BR

  • 1,041 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $2,555/month

    Average Rent

  • 3 BR

  • 1,308 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $2,900/month

    Average Rent

Transportation

63

Somewhat Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.

26

Some Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

59

Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Schools

Navy Elementary

Public

Grades PK-6

913 Students

8
out of 10

Willow Springs Elementary

Public

Grades PK-6

904 Students

7
out of 10

Laurel Ridge Elementary

Public

Grades PK-6

787 Students

7
out of 10

Oak View Elementary

Public

Grades PK-6

764 Students

7
out of 10

Wakefield Forest Elementary

Public

Grades PK-6

670 Students

7
out of 10

Robinson Secondary

Public

Grades 7-12

3,607 Students

8
out of 10

Frost Middle

Public

Grades 7-8

1,209 Students

6
out of 10

Johnson Middle School

Public

Grades 7-8

1,072 Students

5
out of 10

Northern Va. Tr. Center E.P

Public

Grades PK-12

Rating Unavailable

Woodson High

Public

Grades 9-12

2,478 Students

9
out of 10

Robinson Secondary

Public

Grades 7-12

3,607 Students

8
out of 10

Fairfax High

Public

Grades 9-12

2,371 Students

6
out of 10

Northern Va. Tr. Center E.P

Public

Grades PK-12

Rating Unavailable

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Gateway Regional Park
  • Nottoway Park
  • Eakin Community Park
  • Lake Accotink Park
  • Burke Lake Park

Military Bases

Airports

  • Washington Dulles International
  • Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl

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