The Point at Fairfax
4040 Gateway Dr,
Fairfax, VA 22030
$1,903 - $4,656 Plus Fees
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 April 2026, the average apartment rent in Fairfax, VA is $1,898 for a studio, $2,121 for one bedroom, $2,527 for two bedrooms, and $2,953 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Fairfax has decreased by -1.2% in the past year.
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Studio
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554 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,898/month
Average Rent
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1 BR
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761 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$2,121/month
Average Rent
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2 BR
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1,034 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$2,527/month
Average Rent
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3 BR
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1,304 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$2,953/month
Average Rent
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly George Mason University Fairfax Campus - Fairfax, VA (University) is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
50
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
20
/ 100
Very Drivable
Drivability
80
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
60
/ 100
Daily Essentials
George Mason University Fairfax Campus - Fairfax, VA (University) offers all daily essentials, but they’re limited to a few main areas.
Supermarket Within a 15 Minute Walk
Groceries
70
/ 100
Fair Restaurant Variety Nearby
Restaurants
40
/ 100
Fair Café Variety Nearby
Cafes
50
/ 100
Limited Variety of Shops Nearby
Shopping
30
/ 100
Recreation
George Mason University Fairfax Campus - Fairfax, VA (University) provides green space and wellness resources in certain areas.
Large Amount of Park Space Nearby
Parks
60
/ 100
Limited Wellness Amenity Variety Nearby
Wellness
30
/ 100
Local Vibe
Get a sense of what it’s like to live in George Mason University Fairfax Campus - Fairfax, VA (University) from everyday activity to noise and nightlife.
Mostly Calm Atmosphere
Vibrancy
30
/ 100
Few to No Nightlife Options Nearby
Nightlife
10
/ 100
Not Noisy
Quiet Score
100
/ 100
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- 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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