
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Fort Smith, AR from $300 (52 Rentals)
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Fort Smith, AR Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Fort Smith?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Fort Smith Studio Apartments | $850 | $850 | $850 |
Cheap Fort Smith 1 Bedroom Apartments | $838 | $413 | $1,515 |
Cheap Fort Smith 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,171 | $559 | $1,885 |
Cheap Fort Smith 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,665 | $699 | $2,255 |
Cheap Fort Smith 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,482 | $1,022 | $2,500 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Fort Smith, AR
Pricing Updated: 02/18/2025Current apartment rentals in the Fort Smith, AR area range in price from $413 to $2,500 with an overall median price of $1,554. The three Fort Smith neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Oak Park at $925, Downtown Fort Smith at $413, and South Fort Smith at $625. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Fort Smith Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Oak Park | $925 | $925 | 6 |
Downtown Fort Smith | $1,022 | $413 | 2830 |
South Fort Smith | $1,220 | $625 | 2617 |
Fort Smith Northside | $1,261 | $413 | 3128 |
Sunnymede | $1,261 | $413 | 3102 |
Cavanaugh | $1,520 | $625 | 7534 |
Fianna HIlls | $1,520 | $625 | 6487 |
Massard | $1,520 | $610 | 6504 |
Mill Creek | $1,520 | $610 | 7035 |
Fishback Historic District | $2,000 | $500 | 4365 |
Cheapest Available Fort Smith Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Fort Smith, AR is a 1 Bed unit found at Brentwood in the May Lecta Sweet Historic District neighborhood priced from $400. Pike Place in the Sunnymede neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $610. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Fort Smith apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Brentwood | 1B | 1BR,1BA | $400 |
Pike Place | Standard | 1BR,1BA | $610 |
Marina Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $610 |
Phoenix Village | 1.1 Rehab | 1BR,1BA | $625 |
601 Xavier St | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $625 |
Baldwin Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $625 |
Boardwalk Apartments | 1 Bd 1 Ba | 1BR,1BA | $630 |
The Flats @ 5900 | 1.1S Reno | 1BR,1BA | $635 |
Pine View Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $645 |
Village Meadows Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fort Smith, AR
As of February 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the Fort Smith area is the $0.77 price per square foot North Pointe I (SF4) Model at CompassRCG Management in the in the Sunnymede neighborhood starting from $1,022. The second greatest value Fort Smith apartment is the *$200 off move in special* Model at Fairway at Fianna Hills starting at $795 with a $0.67 price per square foot in the Cavanaugh neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fort Smith apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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CompassRCG Management | North Pointe I (SF4) | 4BR,2BA | $0.77 |
Fairway at Fianna Hills | *$200 off move in special* | 2BR,2BA | $0.67 |
N 47th Apartments | 2 Bed / 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $0.69 |
Glen Oaks | 2 Bed, 2 Bath (REHAB) | 2BR,2BA | $0.87 |
MF-11-Magnolia Place Apartments | Magnolia Place 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.87 |
Kingston Court | 2.2 | 2BR,2BA | $0.74 |
Z Street Apartments | Move In Special- 1/2 off Move In Special | 2BR,1BA | $0.82 |
Flat Rock Creek Apartments | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $0.87 |
Marina Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.86 |
Brentwood | 1B | 1BR,1BA | $0.74 |
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Fort Smith Overview
Known as the second-largest city in the proud state of Arkansas, Ft. Smith dates back to the early 1800s. Currently home to close to 100K residents, Ft. Smith apartments for rent offer a wide array of opportunity to an abundance of lifestyles and budgets.
Why live in Fort Smith, AR?
"A welcoming slice of midwestern life matched only by its close proximity to much natural beauty, Ft. Smith apartments for rent are a fantastic way to connect with all that Arkansas has to offer. Lauded by 'Forbes' as being one of the 'lowest costs of living in the nation', rentals in Ft. Smith offer much in the way of convenience and affordability. Currently ranked sixth in ""Cities in America for Cost of Doing Business"", Arkansas residents living in Ft. Smith apartments enjoy a world of options at their fingertips for both work and play."
Best Local Schools in Fort Smith, AR
John P. Woods Elementary School
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Getting Around Fort Smith, AR
Walk Score®
48 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
42 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fort Smith Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Fort Smith?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Fort Smith is at Prairie at Chaffee Crossing listed at $850.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Fort Smith Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Fort Smith Apartment is $400 at Brentwood.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Fort Smith Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Fort Smith is starting from $625 at Baldwin Apartments.
What is the most affordable Fort Smith Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Fort Smith Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at CompassRCG Management and starts from $912.
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