Apartments to rent in 22031, Fairfax

ZIP 22031 covers north/central Fairfax neighborhoods including Mantua and Woodburn. The area mixes single-family neighborhoods with apartment corridors near Main Street and Fairfax Boulevard, and offers easy access to George Mason University, Inova Fairfax Hospital and the I‑66 corridor. Expect solid walkability around Main Street, a mix of rental product types, and rents above statewide averages.

Nearby ZIPs Comparison

ZIPsCostSchoolsSafetyWalkability
22031 — Mantua / Woodburn Average Good Very Safe Good
22030 — Old Town / Courthouse Square Average Good Safe Excellent
22032 — Merrifield / Kings Park West Average Good Safe Good
22033 — Fair Lakes / Greenbriar Average Good Safe Fair
22035 — Fairfax (central business district) Average Good Safe Good
Excellent/Good
Average
Poor/Less Safe

Source: Zumper / RentersLocal / Census & local listings

ZIP 22031 Rental Prices

Studio
$1,600 – $1,900
1 bedroom
$1,900 – $2,400
2 bedroom
$2,300 – $3,200
3 bedroom
$3,000 – $4,500

Source: Zumper / RentersLocal / Census & local listings

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22031 Schools & Education

Top Public Schools

W.T. Woodson High School

⭐ ⭐ 9/10 GreatSchools / SchoolDigger
9525 Main St, Fairfax, VA
🧭 In-ZIP (22031) — county magnet/high-performing

Top Private Schools

Source: GreatSchools / FCPS / SchoolDigger

22031 Safety & Crime Overview

Very Safe

22031 (Mantua/Woodburn) is in the Fairfax area — historically lower-crime than U.S. averages and comparable to Fairfax County overall. Most incidents are property crimes rather than violent crime; neighborhood policing, proximity to Inova Fairfax Hospital, and active community associations contribute to general safety. As with any suburban node near major corridors, exercise standard precautions (lock cars, well-lit routes at night).

Source: Local police reports / Neighborhood crime services (summary)

22031 Walkability, Transit & Bike Scores

Walk Score ~71
Very Walkable — most errands can be done on foot near Main Street / Fairfax Blvd corridors.
Transit Score ~38
Some Transit — Fairfax Connector buses and a few express routes; nearest Metrorail access is Vienna–Fairfax‑GMU (Orange Line) or West Falls Church depending on origin.
Bike Score ~62
Bikeable — mixed bike infrastructure; good short-trip bike options.
<40 min
To downtown Washington, D.C.: roughly 29–40 minutes by Orange Line from Vienna/Fairfax‑GMU (typical rail running time ~29–31 minutes to Metro Center) or ~25–40 minutes driving in non-rush conditions; expect longer during peak hours.

Source: Walk Score / WMATA

22031, Fairfax Summary

Overview

ZIP 22031 blends tree-lined single-family neighborhoods (Mantua) with denser apartment corridors and institutional anchors (Inova Fairfax Hospital). It attracts families, university students and healthcare workers due to proximity to George Mason University and large medical employers. Housing stock is mixed — from mid-century detached homes to condominium and rental complexes near Main Street and Fairfax Boulevard.

Key Features

  • Convenient commuter node: Close to I‑66, US‑50 and bus links to Vienna/Fairfax‑GMU Orange Line; drive or transit access to DC is reasonable.
  • Strong local services: Inova Fairfax Hospital and multiple grocery/retail options inside the ZIP provide day-to-day convenience.
  • Good schools: Access to solid FCPS schools including Mantua Elementary and W.T. Woodson High (county high‑performer).
  • Mixed housing: Single‑family neighborhoods sit within walking distance of apartment complexes and retail corridors — offering options for renters and owners.

Housing Snapshot

  • Majority rental presence: roughly half rental-occupied units (multi-family notable).
  • Rents run above Virginia averages; expect competitive market in summer.
  • Product mix: condos, garden apartments, townhomes and single-family rentals.

History

  • Suburban growth: Area developed mid‑20th century as part of Fairfax's suburban expansion; neighborhoods like Mantua retain mid-century homes.
  • Medical and university anchors: Inova Fairfax Hospital and George Mason University shaped local growth and rental demand.

Demographics and Lifestyle

  • Household mix: Young professionals, families, students and hospital staff form the core demographic.
  • Active community: Local civic associations and FCPS engagement drive school and neighborhood activities.
  • Convenience-oriented: High access to shopping, healthcare, and commuter routes — lifestyle favors convenience over rural quiet.