Average Rent in 20121, Fairfax County, VA

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Current Versus Historical 20121, Fairfax County, VA Rents

20121 rentals average $1,795 for a 1-bedroom rental to $4,200 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $2,800, or roughly $20 per square feet.

For the apartment units and housing in October 2026, median rents have been roughly unchanged over the last year. Studio rentals prices have decreased by $839 (-33.71%) year-over-year from $2,489 to $1,650. 1-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $28 (1.60%) year-over-year from $1,767 to $1,795. 2-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $117 (4.90%) year-over-year from $2,383 to $2,500. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $8 (0.30%) year-over-year from $2,792 to $2,800. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $950 (29.23%) year-over-year from $3,250 to $4,200. Note that this figure includes all active and rented listings throughout the month.

Month-to-month, seasonality might have a bigger impact than overall trend price changes. Studio rents have gone down by 0.00% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone down by 3.32% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone up by 4.93% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone down by 1.03% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 6.58% this month.

Beds	Price / Sqft	Oct 2026 Rent	1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)	3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
1 BR	$28.05	$1,795	$1,767 (1.60%)	$1,729 (3.81%)
2 BR	$22.71	$2,500	$2,383 (4.90%)	$2,267 (10.29%)
3 BR	$19.90	$2,800	$2,792 (0.30%)	$2,667 (5.00%)
4+ BR	$13.22	$4,200	$3,250 (29.23%)	$3,025 (38.84%)

Historical Rents in 20121, Fairfax County, VA

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Top Cities Near 20121

There are a total of 27 cities nearby 20121. The average rent in 20121 is currently $2,842 per month. A total of 12 cities nearby have an average rent lower than that. Our records show that Baltimore, MD, with an average rent of $1,800, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near 20121, Fairfax County, VA is McLean, VA. Monthly rents here are on average $5,198 per month.

Let's compare 20121, Fairfax County, VA's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. One bedrooms are about 5.85% more affordable. Two bedrooms in 20121, Fairfax County, VA are on par with the other cities nearby. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 17.86% more affordable. Want more information? Check out the top 10 cities out of 27 total cities near 20121, Fairfax County, VA in the following table.

City	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Lake Ridge, VA	N/A	$1,750	$2,000	$2,600
Centreville, VA	N/A	$1,795	$2,500	$2,800
Oakton, VA	N/A	$1,950	$2,500	$2,800
Dale City, VA	$1,100	$1,450	$2,000	$2,821
Fair Oaks, VA	N/A	$1,985	$2,508	$2,842
McNair, VA	N/A	$1,875	$2,400	$2,900
Tysons Corner, VA	N/A	$2,025	$2,863	$2,900
Reston, VA	N/A	$1,965	$2,500	$2,925
Ashburn, VA	N/A	$1,800	$2,650	$3,100
Brambleton, VA	N/A	$1,450	$2,250	$3,500

Top Neighborhoods Near 20121

There are a total of 27 neighborhoods in or near 20121. Some of these neighborhoods include Congress Heights, Van Ness - Forest Hills, and Radnor - Fort Myer Heights. We've included all of these top 27 neighborhoods in or near 20121, Fairfax County, VA in the following table.

The average rent for these 27 neighborhoods in or near 20121, Fairfax County, VA is currently around $2,610 per month. A total of 17 neighborhoods have a lower average rent. Meaning, only ten neighborhoods have a higher average rent than $2,610. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is less than 20121's average rent, which is actually $2,800. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near 20121, Congress Heights has the most affordable average rent at $1,595 per month. Whereas, at $4,500 average rent per month, Georgetown is the most expensive neighborhood in or near 20121. View the following table for more information.

Neighborhood	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Congress Heights, Washington, DC	$1,000	$1,200	$1,599	$1,595
Van Ness - Forest Hills, Washington, DC	$1,470	$1,983	$2,982	$2,001
Radnor - Fort Myer Heights, Arlington, VA	$1,800	$2,100	$3,250	$2,100
Fells Point, Baltimore, MD	N/A	$1,700	$2,200	$2,100
Trinidad - Langston, Washington, DC	$1,788	$1,600	$2,000	$2,125
Anacostia, Washington, DC	$1,950	$1,497	$1,800	$2,175
Brookland, Washington, DC	N/A	$1,700	$2,650	$2,350
Southwest - Waterfront, Washington, DC	$1,725	$2,199	$2,995	$2,375
Foggy Bottom - GWU - West End, Washington, DC	$1,900	$2,400	$5,116	$2,400
Marshall Heights - Lincoln Heights, Washington, DC	N/A	$1,350	$1,875	$2,445
Dupont Circle, Washington, DC	$1,935	$2,650	$4,260	$2,490
Mount Vernon Square, Washington, DC	$2,046	$2,390	$3,819	$2,543
Capitol Hill, Washington, DC	$1,700	$1,999	$3,000	$2,600
Kingman Park, Washington, DC	N/A	$1,735	$2,700	$2,610
SW Ballpark - Navy Yard, Washington, DC	$2,458	$2,684	$3,555	$2,716
Cathedral - Wesley Heights - McLean Gardens, Washington, DC	$1,800	$2,584	$4,238	$2,751
Fairlington - Shirlington, Arlington, VA	N/A	$2,325	$2,873	$2,773
16th Street Heights - Crestwood - Brightwood Park, Washington, DC	N/A	$1,800	$2,850	$2,850
Glover Park, Washington, DC	$1,695	$2,150	$3,250	$2,850
Ballston - Virginia Square, Arlington, VA	$1,895	$2,610	$3,600	$2,898
Columbia Heights, Washington, DC	$1,500	$1,850	$3,125	$2,950
Braddock Road Metro, Alexandria, VA	$2,058	$2,400	$3,143	$2,950
Logan Circle - Shaw, Washington, DC	$1,775	$2,263	$3,550	$2,950
Petworth, Washington, DC	$1,400	$1,750	$2,799	$3,200
LeDroit Park - Bloomingdale, Washington, DC	N/A	$1,793	$2,923	$3,200
U Street - Cardozo, Washington, DC	$2,000	$2,595	$3,620	$3,225
Georgetown, Washington, DC	$1,900	$3,200	$4,700	$4,500

Top Counties Near 20121

There are a total of 25 counties located by 20121, Fairfax County, VA. Some of these counties include Fauquier, VA, Alexandria, VA, and Stafford, VA. The average rent for rentals in these counties is $2,600. That's roughly around $18 per sqft. A total of 18 counties have a lower average rent. The county that is the most affordable is Washington, MD. Its average rent per month is $1,638. Vice versa, with an average rent of $3,195, Loudoun, VA is the most expensive county by 20121, Fairfax County, VA.

In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in 20121, Fairfax County, VA is 16.43% more expensive than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in 20121, Fairfax County, VA is 20.00% more expensive than other counties nearby. We've listed the top 10 counties in the table below.

County	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Fauquier, VA	$2,250	$1,575	$2,035	$2,600
Alexandria, VA	$1,600	$2,025	$2,750	$2,612
Stafford, VA	$1,200	$1,500	$1,873	$2,650
Arlington, VA	$1,783	$2,300	$3,172	$2,700
Prince George's, MD	$1,775	$1,750	$2,175	$2,800
Prince William, VA	$1,200	$1,500	$2,200	$2,814
Charles, MD	$1,200	$1,500	$2,150	$2,998
Montgomery, MD	$1,648	$2,088	$2,500	$2,999
Fairfax, VA	$1,525	$1,950	$2,500	$3,100
Loudoun, VA	$1,800	$1,900	$2,500	$3,195

Top Zipcodes Near 20121

There are a total of 46 zipcodes in or near 20121, Fairfax County, VA. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $2,850. A total of 18 zipcodes have an average rent that is lower than that. The zipcode with the most affordable average rent for apartment listings is 20032, Washington, DC at $1,595 per month. In comparison, the zipcode with the most expensive average rent of $4,948 per month is 22101, McLean, VA.

Studios in these zipcodes have an average rent of $1,530. That's at least $29 per sqft. Do you need more space than that? Average rent for one bedroom rentals for the zipcodes in or near 20121, Fairfax County, VA is $1,950 per month. Or in other words, $33 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $2,675 per month. Which comes out to $28 per sqft. The following table includes the top 10 zipcodes in 20121, Fairfax County, VA. You can view the average rent breakdown for each zipcode by bedroom size.

Zipcode	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
20016, Washington, DC	$1,800	$2,577	$4,238	$2,835
20001, Washington, DC	$1,998	$2,300	$3,348	$3,000
22030, Fairfax County, VA	N/A	$2,000	$2,600	$2,834
20002, Washington, DC	$1,825	$1,950	$2,700	$2,500
20148, Brambleton, VA	N/A	$2,075	$2,500	$3,388
22033, Fair Oaks, VA	N/A	$1,850	$2,400	$3,200
20171, Franklin Farm, VA	N/A	$1,875	$2,500	$2,995
22314, Alexandria, VA	$1,725	$2,350	$3,235	$2,890
22201, Arlington, VA	$1,808	$2,450	$3,278	$2,600
20147, Ashburn, VA	N/A	$1,800	$2,650	$3,025

Frequently Asked Questions - 20121 Average Rents

What is the average rent price in 20121, Fairfax County, VA?

The average monthly rental price for 20121, Fairfax County, VA apartments for rent is approximately $2,800. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.

Do 20121, Fairfax County, VA rent prices drop in winter?

Yes! On average we see a 3.4% drop in rental prices between the peak summer months and the slower winter months. With the added bonus of decreased competition from other renters looking to move, winter is generally considered the best time of the year to find an apartment for rent in 20121, Fairfax County, VA.

How much is a one bedroom apartment in 20121, Fairfax County, VA?

The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $1,795 and an average price per square feet of $28.05. There are a total of 5 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in 20121.

How much is a two bedroom apartment in 20121, Fairfax County, VA?

The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $2,500 and an average price per square feet of $22.71. There are a total of 9 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in 20121.

How have rent prices in 20121, Fairfax County, VA changed this year?

Rent prices for rentals in 20121, Fairfax County, VA can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by -0.34%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.02%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.05%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.00% year-over-year.

What is a reasonable rent price in 20121, Fairfax County, VA?

A reasonable rent price in 20121, Fairfax County, VA is around $2,240/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.