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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Fort Smith Studio Apartments | $850 | $850 | $850 |
| Cheap Fort Smith 1 Bedroom Apartments | $877 | $413 | $1,425 |
| Cheap Fort Smith 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,076 | $559 | $1,785 |
| Cheap Fort Smith 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,584 | $699 | $2,155 |
| Cheap Fort Smith 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,498 | $1,022 | $2,300 |
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Fort Smith, AR Local Guide
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Fort Smith, AR
Pricing Updated: 05/18/2025Current apartment rentals in the Fort Smith, AR area range in price from $413 to $2,300 with an overall median price of $1,550. The three Fort Smith neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are South Fort Smith at $665, Belle Grove at $413, and Downtown Fort Smith at $413. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Fort Smith | $862 | $665 | 14 |
| Belle Grove | $1,022 | $413 | 31 |
| Downtown Fort Smith | $1,022 | $413 | 55 |
| Fort Smith Northside | $1,261 | $413 | 71 |
| Sunnymede | $1,261 | $413 | 62 |
| Cavanaugh | $1,695 | $595 | 32 |
| Fianna HIlls | $1,695 | $595 | 29 |
| Massard | $1,695 | $600 | 59 |
| Mill Creek | $1,695 | $595 | 31 |
| Fishback Historic District | $1,900 | $485 | 72 |
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. Boardwalk Apartments in the Sunnymede neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $567. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Fort Smith apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brentwood | 1B | 1BR,1BA | $400 |
| Boardwalk Apartments | Studio-EFF | Studio,1BA | $567 |
| 601 Xavier St | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $595 |
| The Flats @ 5900 | 1 bed 1 bath Move-In Ready | 1BR,1BA | $600 |
| Village Meadows Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $600 |
| Pike Place | Standard | 1BR,1BA | $610 |
| N 47th Apartments | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $625 |
| Southbrooke Apartments | SB 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $625 |
| Pine View Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $645 |
| The Links at Fort Smith | Custom | 1BR,1BA | $665 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fort Smith, AR
As of May 18, 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 RW Townhomes apartments Model at Rustic Woods Townhomes starting at $825 with a $0.75 price per square foot in the May Lecta Sweet Historic District 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 |
| Rustic Woods Townhomes | RW Townhomes apartments | 2BR,1BA | $0.75 |
| Tulsa Street Duplexes | Spacious & Stylish 2 Bed, 2 Bath Duplexes | 2BR,2BA | $0.87 |
| 504 Buena Vista Ave, Unit 504 Buena Vista | 504 Buena Vista Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.80 |
| Glen Oaks | 2 Bed, 2 Bath (REHAB) | 2BR,2BA | $0.87 |
| Hillside Townhomes | Townhomes | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.89 |
| Rock Creek Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $0.84 |
| Better than the next- Colony West | 2.2 | 2BR,2BA | $0.83 |
| Southpoint Apartments | 2bd/2ba- B Plan Downstairs | 2BR,2BA | $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
Fort Smith School District
Public School - Grades PK-5 (487)
9 out of 10
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Walk Score®
48 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
42 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fort Smith Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Fort Smith?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Fort Smith is under $665.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Fort Smith?
The cheapest apartment in Fort Smith is Brentwood which is listed at $400, while the average apartment in Fort Smith costs $1,550.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Fort Smith?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 100 regular apartments in Fort Smith that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Fort Smith?
Cheap apartments in Fort Smith have an average cost of $822 which is $728 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Fort Smith.
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