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Downtown Fort Smith, Fort Smith, AR Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Fort Smith?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Fort Smith 1 Bedroom Apartments | $729 | $413 | $1,055 |
| Downtown Fort Smith 2 Bedroom Apartments | $843 | $559 | $1,255 |
| Downtown Fort Smith 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,018 | $699 | $1,240 |
| Downtown Fort Smith 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,022 | $1,022 | $1,022 |
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There are currently 6 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Fort Smith Neighborhood of Fort Smith, AR.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Fort Smith Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Fort Smith area of Fort Smith, AR is a 1 Bed unit found at Pike Place priced from $610. N 47th Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $625. Here are the most affordable Downtown Fort Smith apartments for rent in Fort Smith, AR:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pike Place | Standard | 1BR,1BA | $610 |
| N 47th Apartments | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $625 |
| "The Belle Grove" One Bedroom Apartments (... | The Belle Grove 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Fort Smith, AR
As of May 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown 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 Downtown Fort Smith apartment is the 718 N 18th St Model at 718 N 18th St, Unit 3 starting at $1,200 with a $1.11 price per square foot in the Sunnymede neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Fort Smith apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| CompassRCG Management | North Pointe I (SF4) | 4BR,2BA | $0.77 |
| 718 N 18th St, Unit 3 | 718 N 18th St | 3BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| West End Lofts | 1.1 Small | 1BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| Lofts on Park | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Greystone Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| "The Grove" One & Two Bedroom Apartments | The Grove 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| Pavilion Place Apartments, LLC | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| "The Belle Grove" One Bedroom Apartments (... | The Belle Grove 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Forrest Brook Apartments | 1.1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Pike Place | Standard | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Fort Smith, Fort Smith, AR
Ranked #14
Among neighborhoods in Fort Smith, AR for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Downtown Fort Smith, Fort Smith, AR
William O. Darby Jr. High School
Fort Smith School District
Public School - Grades 6-8 (700)
3 out of 10
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Getting Around the Downtown Fort Smith Neighborhood in Fort Smith, AR
Walk Score®
71 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
56 / 100
Bikeable
Some 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 Downtown Fort Smith Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Fort Smith?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Fort Smith is Pike Place which is listed at $610, while the average apartment in Downtown Fort Smith costs $1,022.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown 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 4 regular apartments in Downtown 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 Downtown Fort Smith?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Fort Smith have an average cost of $670 which is $352 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Fort Smith.
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