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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • On-site laundry
  • Covered parking
  • Pet friendly community

Location

8281 Willow Oaks Corporate Dr, Fairfax, VA 22031, USA|Annandale
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(844) 311-3786 ext. 1810

Property Overview

Washington, D.C. features a strong Zumper Expert Rating of 8.9, highlighting its attractive balance of price and amenities, with both rated 10 out of 10. Notable features include on-site laundry, covered parking, and a pet-friendly community, making it an appealing option for diverse lifestyles. Additionally, its advantageous location, rated 9 out of 10, ensures convenience to local resources, while its trustworthiness and quality ratings of 7 signal transparency in property management.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.9
Very Good
With a solid 8.9 out of 10 overall, Washington, D.C. is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Washington, D.C. has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • Images Available
  • Laundry available on site

Great for

  • Pet owners
  • Work-from-home

Floor plans

Plan AStudio1 bath270 sqft$1,649 /mo

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Amenities for Washington, D.C.

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningDining and Cooking Utensils
KitchenModern Lighting
Premium BeddingUpdated Bathrooms
Workspace

Appliances

Iron

Tech

Flat Screen TV'sPremium Cable Package Included

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Onsite Laundry

Grounds

Assigned ParkingPet-Friendly Community

Services

Breakfast/Coffee ConciergeConcierge Service
Free Local CallsPackage Service
VoiceMailWireless Internet Access
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit1

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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Building details

Property details

Units2
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About Washington, D.C.

HomeApartments in Annandale Washington, D.C.

Washington, DC - Falls Church - Merrifield is a Fairfax Apartment located at 8281 Willow Oaks Corp Dr. The property features a Studio rental unit available starting at $1649. Amenities include Dogs Ok, Cats Ok, Pet Friendly Community, and On-Site Laundry. Covered Parking parking available. Contact us for a showing.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.9
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.9 out of 10 overall, Washington, D.C. is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Washington, D.C. has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Washington, D.C.
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Washington, D.C. offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·10A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
Washington, D.C. stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Washington, D.C. is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·7A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust Washington, D.C. to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
Washington, D.C. provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

Washington, D.C. is great for:

Pet owners

  • 3 pet grooming services nearby
  • 5 pet hospitals in the area
  • 5 pet supply stores near the property

Work-from-home

  • Extra room or space for at-home office
  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • 6 office supply stores within 1 mile
  • Quiet environment with little noise pollution

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How Washington, D.C. compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
Studio units are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Package service
More secure storage for delivery
Pet friendly
This property allows pets

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 0.4 mile away
Grow a garden indoors
A balcony, backyard, or shared outdoor space isn't available
No in-unit dishwasher
Dishwashers aren't available

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Rent trends in Annandale

Median rents as of Feb 7 2026.
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A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Annandale
MonthMedian Rent
February 2024$1,704
March 2024$1,769
April 2024$1,766
May 2024$1,711
June 2024$1,755
July 2024$1,837
August 2024$1,884
September 2024$1,921
October 2024$1,944
November 2024$1,812
December 2024$1,760
January 2025$1,815
February 2025$1,836
March 2025$1,846
April 2025$1,812
May 2025$1,789
June 2025$1,766
July 2025$1,795
August 2025$1,814
September 2025$1,753
October 2025$1,671
November 2025$1,709
December 2025$1,670
January 2026$1,788
February 2026$1,852
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Annandale
MonthMedian Rent
February 2024$1,704
March 2024$1,769
April 2024$1,766
May 2024$1,711
June 2024$1,755
July 2024$1,837
August 2024$1,884
September 2024$1,921
October 2024$1,944
November 2024$1,812
December 2024$1,760
January 2025$1,815
February 2025$1,836
March 2025$1,846
April 2025$1,812
May 2025$1,789
June 2025$1,766
July 2025$1,795
August 2025$1,814
September 2025$1,753
October 2025$1,671
November 2025$1,709
December 2025$1,670
January 2026$1,788
February 2026$1,852

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Can I afford to live at 8281 Willow Oaks Corporate Dr?

Bedrooms

Studio

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$65,960/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $65,960 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $1,649.
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Schools near Washington, D.C.

Fairhill Elementary School

3001 chichester ln

fairfax, VA, 22031

PK, K-6Public
A-

Camelot Elementary School

8100 guinevere dr

annandale, VA, 22003

PK, K-6Public
B+

Dunn Loring E.C. Resource Center

2334 gallows rd

dunn loring, VA, 22027

PKPublic

Kilmer Center School

8102 wolftrap rd

vienna, VA, 22182

PK, K-12Public

Jessie Thackrey Preschool

201 n cherry st

falls church, VA, 22046

PKPublic
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Getting around Fairfax near 8281 Willow Oaks Corporate Dr

Walking

8/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Transit

5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 8281 Willow Oaks Corporate Dr, Fairfax

Groceries

7/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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