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Cheap Apartments for Rent in Fairfax County, VA

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Cheap Apartments for Rent in Fairfax County, VA. 1,141 Rentals Available
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Apartments Under $1,300

  • a living room and dining room with a white table and chairs
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    5599 Seminary Rd, Falls Church, VA 22041
    STUDIO $1,190+
    1 BED $1,755+
    2 BEDS $2,062+

Apartments Under $1,500

  • a kitchen with white appliances and wooden cabinets
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    6084 Argyle Dr. Suite B, Falls Church, VA 22041
    1 BED $1,339+
    2 BEDS $1,690+
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    A kitchen with white cabinets and a stainless steel refrigerator at Riverside Apartments, Alexandria, Virginia A dining room with a table set for a meal at Riverside Apartments, Alexandria, Virginia
    4.5
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    5860 Cameron Run Ter, Alexandria, VA 22303
    Available
    STUDIO $1,374+
    1 BED $1,618+
    2 BEDS $1,923+
    A kitchen with white cabinets and a stainless steel refrigerator at Riverside Apartments, Alexandria, Virginia A dining room with a table set for a meal at Riverside Apartments, Alexandria, Virginia A bedroom with a bed, nightstand, and a lamp at Riverside Apartments, Alexandria, Virginia Swimming Pool at Riverside Apartments, Alexandria, VA, 22303
    Property reviews
    5/5 Issa on Jan 29, 2025

    "I’m really happy with my home at Riverside Apartments. The customer service is amazing—everyone is friendly and helpful. It took a little time to get approved due to the paperwork, but it was worth it. Overall, very satisfied with my experience!"

    5/5 Anonymous on Dec 16, 2024

    Johnny has been super! Made everything seamless even with atypical circumstances. I truley have no worries.

  • an apartment building with a sidewalk in front of it
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    3012 Patrick Henry Drive, Falls Church, VA 22044
    1 BED $1,396
    2 BEDS $1,599
  • a living room with a blue wall and a couch
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    2722 Arlington Drive, Alexandria, VA 22306
    1 BED $1,405+
    2 BEDS $1,620+
    3 BEDS $2,400+

Apartments Under $1,700

  • A living room with a grey couch and a television.
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    2809 W. Glen Drive, Falls Church, VA 22046
    STUDIO $1,535
    1 BED $1,799+
    2 BEDS $1,999
  • a living room with couches and chairs and a large window
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    3404 Carlin Springs Road Unit T-3, Falls Church, VA 22041
    STUDIO $1,535
    1 BED $1,685
    2 BEDS $1,937
  • a living room with a couch and a coffee table
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    12265 Laurel Glade Court, Reston, VA 20191
    1 BED $1,550+
    2 BEDS $1,795+
    3 BEDS $2,080+
  • 6116 Cumberland Avenue 1-2 Beds Apartment for Rent
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    6116 Cumberland Avenue, Springfield, VA 22150
    1 BED $1,619+
    2 BEDS $1,964+
  • A kitchen with a black fridge and wooden cabinets.
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    6116 Cumberland Avenue, Springfield, VA 22150
    1 BED $1,619+
    2 BEDS $1,964+
    3 BEDS Ask for Pricing
  • a living room with a couch and a tv
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    9401 Lee Highway, Fairfax, VA 22031
    STUDIO $1,755+
    1 BED $1,625+
    2 BEDS $1,959+
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  • A modern living room with a grey couch and blue chairs.
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    7400 Parkwood Court, Falls Church, VA 22042
    STUDIO $1,680+
    1 BED $1,799
    2 BEDS $2,199
  • a living room with a couch and a chair
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    11012 Becontree Lake Drive, Reston, VA 20190
    Income Restricted
    1 BED $1,683+
    2 BEDS $1,862
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    A kitchen with a dining table and chairs. A bedroom with a bed, nightstand, and a dresser with a mirror.
    3 days ago

    13325 Fairfield Ridge Avenue, Herndon, VA 20171
    44 Units available
    1 BED $1,695
    2 BEDS $1,693
    3 BEDS $2,219
    A kitchen with a dining table and chairs. A bedroom with a bed, nightstand, and a dresser with a mirror. A gym with a variety of equipment including a rowing machine. A view of a lake surrounded by buildings and trees.
    Overview

    Affordable Living in Herndon, VA. Discover the fresh new Studio, 1, 2, and 3 bedroom apartments in Ovation at Arrowbrook located in Herndon, VA. Our community is ideally located in the renowned Fairfax County School District. Enjoy the pet-friendly community, outdoor terrace, on-site shopping and dining, and cardio-theater fitness center. The idealistic central location is near the Dulles International Airport, Silverline's Innovation Center Metro Station, an abundance of local hotspots, and the renowned Fairfax County School District. Take advantage of all the community has to offer and apply today to make Ovation at Arrowbrook your new home!

    Amenities
    • Dishwasher
    • Pets Allowed
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    A bedroom with a large bed and a nightstand with a lamp. A modern dining room with white tables and chairs.
    3 days ago

    4518 University Drive, Fairfax, VA 22030
    39 Units available
    1 BED $1,696
    2 BEDS $1,941
    A bedroom with a large bed and a nightstand with a lamp. A modern dining room with white tables and chairs. A living room with a grey couch, a coffee table, a side table, a cabinet, a chair, and a potted plant. A pool table is in the middle of a room with a chair and a couch.
    Overview

    Affordable Senior Living near George Mason University. Discover something special: a community designed with you in mind. At Belmont at One University, vibrant seniors (only one household member must be 62+ years of age) can enjoy an active lifestyle with an array of amenities that focus on your social, recreational, and fitness needs. Inspired interiors welcome you home every day and the landscaped courtyard is the perfect place to relax and gather with family and neighbors. Our convenient location puts the best entertainment, parks, shopping, and restaurants right at your fingertips. Belmont at One University is a dynamic new place to live and thrive. Let your adventure begin!

    Amenities
    • Pets Allowed
  • a living room with couches and chairs and a fireplace
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    13430 Coppermine Road, Herndon, VA 20171
    1 BED $1,697
    2 BEDS $1,785
  • a living room with a couch and a chair and a television
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    6300 S. Kings Highway, Alexandria, VA 22306
    1 BED $1,699+
    2 BEDS $1,825+
    3 BEDS $2,777+
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Apartments Under $1,900

  • a kitchen with a stove and a sink and a refrigerator
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    6122 Williston Dr. #102, Falls Church, VA 22044
    1 BED $1,700
    2 BEDS Ask for Pricing
  • a living room with a yellow wall and white furniture
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    6200 Wilson Blvd., Suite 325, Falls Church, VA 22044
    STUDIO $1,701+
    1 BED $1,799+
    2 BEDS $2,346+
  • a living room with a couch and a coffee table and a painting on the wall
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    7409 Eastmoreland Road, Annandale, VA 22003
    STUDIO $1,715+
    1 BED $1,822+
    2 BEDS $2,206+
  • a living room with a large couch and chairs and a tv
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    12101 Pine Forest Circle, Fairfax, VA 22030
    STUDIO $1,724+
    1 BED $1,843+
    2 BEDS $1,899+
  • a living room with blue walls and a table and chairs
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    2311 Dulles Station Blvd, Herndon, VA 20171
    STUDIO $1,738
    1 BED $1,849
    2 BEDS $2,722+
  • a kitchen with white cabinets and stainless steel appliances
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    11659 N Shore Drive, Reston, VA 20190
    1 BED $1,740+
    2 BEDS $2,000+
    3 BEDS $2,460+
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  • a living room and dining room with a couch and a table
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    7131 Richmond Highway, Alexandria, VA 22306
    1 BED $1,747+
    2 BEDS $2,206+
    3 BEDS $2,757+
  • a living room with a couch and a table with chairs
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    12016 Waterside View Drive, Reston, VA 20194
    1 BED $1,780+
    2 BEDS $2,125+
    3 BEDS $2,895+
  • a living room with a white couch and a rug
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    8250 Westpark Drive, Mclean, VA 22102
    STUDIO $1,783+
    1 BED $1,950+
    2 BEDS $2,588+
  • a living room with a couch and a coffee table
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    8301 Anderson Drive, Fairfax, VA 22031
    1 BED $1,809+
    2 BEDS $2,036+
    3 BEDS $2,649+
  • a large living room with couches and a table with chairs
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    2551 Cornelia Road, Herndon, VA 20171
    1 BED $1,829+
    2 BEDS $2,132+
    3 BEDS $2,543+
  • a living room with a couch and a table
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    11637 Charter Oak Ct, Reston, VA 20190
    1 BED $1,870+
    2 BEDS $1,860+
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  • a kitchen with wood cabinets and granite counter tops and a black refrigerator
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    3347 Willow Crescent Drive, Fairfax, VA 22030
    1 BED $1,875+
    2 BEDS $2,110+
    3 BEDS $2,515+
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    Kitchen with stainless steel appliances, granite breakfast bar and pendant lights at Merrifield apartments in Vienna, VA. Bright furnished bedroom at Merrifield at Dunn Loring Station, a model apartment in Vienna, VA.
    4.0
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    8130 Prescott Drive, Vienna, VA 22180
    Available
    1 BED $1,885+
    2 BEDS $2,369+
    3 BEDS $2,479+
    Kitchen with stainless steel appliances, granite breakfast bar and pendant lights at Merrifield apartments in Vienna, VA. Bright furnished bedroom at Merrifield at Dunn Loring Station, a model apartment in Vienna, VA. Dining area with glass table and blue chairs opening to balcony at Merrifield at Dunn Loring Station, Vienna, VA. Open Floor Plan Outdoor pool and lounge chairs at Merrifield at Dunn Loring Station apartments in Vienna, VA.
    Property reviews
    5/5 James C. on Jul 16, 2024

    In the past five years, the amenities, services and professional oversight has been consistently excellent. Staff respects your time and are helpful. It is also very close to the metro and mosaic both of which provide ready access to fun activities. This is a great place to live

    5/5 XueSong Y. on Dec 27, 2023

    Our family has lived here for 8 years,we are very satisfied

Apartments Under $2,100

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    Spacious Kitchen With Pantry Cabinet at Kingston at McLean Crossing, Virginia Spacious Bedroom With Comfortable Bed at Kingston at McLean Crossing, McLean
    4.5
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    7480 Birdwood Avenue, Mclean, VA 22102
    17 Units available
    1 BED $1,918+
    2 BEDS $2,295+
    3 BEDS $4,845+
    Spacious Kitchen With Pantry Cabinet at Kingston at McLean Crossing, Virginia Spacious Bedroom With Comfortable Bed at Kingston at McLean Crossing, McLean Swimming Pool With Relaxing Sundecks at Kingston at McLean Crossing, McLean, VA, 22102 Fitness Center With Modern Equipment at Kingston at McLean Crossing, McLean, VA, 22102
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    5/5 Danté C. on Feb 13, 2025

    Having lived in Tysons for a while, I can say Kingston has others beat. Spacious units The staff is great—front office, maintenance, everyone. The place is well-kept, the amenities are solid, and it’s just an easy, peaceful place to live.

    5/5 Margaret S. on Aug 2, 2024

    Enjoy living here at Kingston...great location and love the amenities and my unit, thank you.

  • a large living room with a couch and a tub in the middle
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    7915 Jones Branch Drive, Mclean, VA 22102
    STUDIO $1,918+
    1 BED $2,111+
    2 BEDS $2,775+
  • a large living room with furniture and large windows
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    2249 Woodland Grove Pl, Herndon, VA 20171
    STUDIO $1,921+
    1 BED $2,000+
    2 BEDS $2,770+
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    Living and Dining Room in the Maple floor plan at Woodland Park Apartments in Herndon, VA an open kitchen and dining room with a table and chairs at Woodland Park Apartments in Herndon, VA
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    13025 Elm Tree Drive, Herndon, VA 20171
    Available
    1 BED $1,930+
    2 BEDS $2,325+
    3 BEDS $2,962+
    Living and Dining Room in the Maple floor plan at Woodland Park Apartments in Herndon, VA an open kitchen and dining room with a table and chairs at Woodland Park Apartments in Herndon, VA an open kitchen and dining room with a table and chairs at Woodland Park Apartments in Herndon, VA Bedroom of the Maple floor plan at Woodland Park Apartments in Herndon VA
    Amenities
    • Air Conditioner
    • Washer/Dryer
    • Pool
    • Patio/Balcony
  • a living room with a fireplace and a view of the city
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    1908 Reston Metro Plaza, Reston, VA 20190
    STUDIO $1,955+
    1 BED $2,175+
    2 BEDS $2,988+
  • A modern living room with a large couch and two TVs mounted on the wall.
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    1521 Boyd Pointe Way, Vienna, VA 22182
    STUDIO $1,980+
    1 BED $2,150+
    2 BEDS $2,905+
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    6663 A Old Dominion Drive, Mclean, VA 22101
    STUDIO $1,995

Apartments Under $2,300

  • A living room with a grey couch and a chandelier.
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    5804 Post Corners Trl, Centreville, VA 20120
    1 BED $2,155+
    2 BEDS $2,165+
    3 BEDS Ask for Pricing
  • A modern living room with a fireplace and a large painting on the wall.
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    14400 Glen Manor Drive, Chantilly, VA 20151
    1 BED $2,205
    2 BEDS $3,065+
  • a living room with a white couch and a table
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    1653 Anderson Road, Mclean, VA 22102
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
    2 BEDS $2,608+
    3 BEDS $3,075+
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33 /100
Car-Dependent
31 /100
Somewhat Bikeable
Walk Score®: 33, Bike Score®: 31

Frequently asked questions

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Fairfax County, VA?

The price range of a cheap apartment is between $1,328 and $15,170.

How many cheap rentals are available in Fairfax County, VA on RentCafe?

There are 1375 cheap rentals available on RentCafe. Prices and availability in Fairfax County, VA were last updated on 25 Nov 2025.

What is the average size of a cheap apartment in Fairfax County, VA?

The average Fairfax County, VA cheap apartment size is 893 sq. ft.

What are the advantages of renting a cheap apartment in Fairfax County, VA?

Cheap apartments in Fairfax County, VA are usually less expensive, smaller, and easier to maintain. They also come with lower utility costs.

What are the downsides of renting a cheap apartment in Fairfax County, VA?

A cheap apartment in Fairfax County, VA offers little storage space and fewer amenities compared to other apartments.

Looking for a cheap apartment for rent in Fairfax County, VA? With RentCafe, finding an affordable apartment in Fairfax County, VA has never been easier. We feature 1,143 low-priced rentals directly from property managers, with rents lower than the Fairfax County, VA average. What is a cheap rent in Fairfax County, VA? The average apartment rent in Fairfax County is $2,357 per month so any rental south of $1,886 would be considered cheap here. On RentCafe, Fairfax County, VA rents go as low as $1,190/mo.

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