The Point at Fairfax
4040 Gateway Dr,
Fairfax, VA 22030
$2,044 - $3,798
Studio - 3 Beds
George Mason University
Fairfax, VA
George Mason University Fairfax Campus - Fairfax, VA
Area Guide
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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 September 2025, the average apartment rent in Fairfax, VA is $1,955 for a studio, $2,102 for one bedroom, $2,538 for two bedrooms, and $2,893 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Fairfax has increased by 1.1% in the past year.
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Studio
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554 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,955/month
Average Rent
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1 BR
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765 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$2,102/month
Average Rent
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2 BR
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1,038 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$2,538/month
Average Rent
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3 BR
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1,306 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$2,893/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
Public
Grades PK-6
958 Students
Public
Grades PK-6
913 Students
Public
Grades PK-6
670 Students
Public
Grades PK-6
932 Students
Public
Grades PK-6
904 Students
Public
Grades 7-12
3,607 Students
Public
Grades 7-8
1,209 Students
Public
Grades 7-8
1,072 Students
Public
Grades PK-12
Public
Grades 9-12
2,478 Students
Public
Grades 7-12
3,607 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,371 Students
Public
Grades PK-12
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Gateway Regional Park
- Nottoway Park
- Eakin Community Park
- Lake Accotink Park
- Burke Lake Park
Transit / Subway
Commuter Rail
Military Bases
Airports
- Washington Dulles International
- Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl
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