
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Fayetteville, AR from $400 (257 Rentals)
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1255 N Rupple Rd

1011 S Benchmark Ln

Sweetser Properties

Pierce Properties

Chestnut Apartments

620 N Leverett Ave

987 S Benchmark Ln, Unit 1

754 N Wordsworth Ln, Unit 1 Bedroom1Bath

The Park
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628 Oakland Ave, Unit 6

628 Oakland Ave, Unit 3

628 Oakland Ave

Mountain View Apartments

625 W Dickson St

Clear Creek Village

Jordan Living Apartments

Southern View I/II

Ruby on the Creek Apartments

Vantage Center
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Molly Court

Moonlight Cottages, Duplex and Townhomes

1959 S Razorback Rd

632 Whitham Ave

Stearns Street

C&W Grandview Apartments

920 N Leverett Ave, Unit 827

920 N Leverett Ave, Unit 805

920 N Leverett Ave, Unit 808

920 N Leverett Ave, Unit 710
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1390 W Wedington Dr

The Reserve on Cato Springs

The Cliffs I

Porter Place Townhomes

Wedington Place Senior Apartments

55+ Mariner Pointe

645 W Dickson St

Washington Plaza Apartments

The Links at Fayetteville

Sycamore Apartments
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1766 N Gregg Ave

1766 N Gregg Ave, Unit 7

1774 N Gregg Ave, Unit 1

2301 N Center St

1774 N Gregg Ave

The Greens at Fayetteville

Sofay Lofts

Garden Park Apartments

513 N Betty Jo Dr

6450-6462 Nicole Ln
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Fayetteville, AR Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Fayetteville?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Fayetteville Studio Apartments | $1,258 | $725 | $6,400 |
| Cheap Fayetteville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,368 | $625 | $3,739 |
| Cheap Fayetteville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,502 | $708 | $4,852 |
| Cheap Fayetteville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,111 | $699 | $6,916 |
| Cheap Fayetteville 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,265 | $459 | $10,000+ |
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Fayetteville, AR Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Fayetteville, AR
Pricing Updated: 07/12/2026Current apartment rentals in the Fayetteville, AR area range in price from $459 to $17,874 with an overall median price of $10,306. The three Fayetteville neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Copper Creek at $773, Hollybrooke Estates at $900, and Fayetteville Country Club at $529. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Fayetteville Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Copper Creek | $1,650 | $773 | 218 |
| Hollybrooke Estates | $1,700 | $900 | 5 |
| Fayetteville Country Club | $2,000 | $529 | 91 |
| Jefferson Walker | $2,000 | $900 | 36 |
| Missouri Oaks | $2,300 | $785 | 224 |
| Vantage Square | $2,300 | $785 | 214 |
| Paradise Gardens | $4,550 | $750 | 249 |
| Huntingdon | $5,494 | $700 | 264 |
| Rolling Meadows | $5,521 | $700 | 247 |
| Salem Village | $5,848 | $459 | 185 |
Cheapest Available Fayetteville Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Fayetteville, AR is a 1 Bed unit found at Sweetser Properties in the Mount Sequoyah South neighborhood priced from $700. Pierce Properties in the Heritage East neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $725. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Fayetteville apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sweetser Properties | Redbud, Gold Leaf, University, Noble Oaks 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Pierce Properties | Campus Studio Small, Large Option 1, 2, or 3 | Studio,1BA | $725 |
| Aspen Heights Fayetteville | 4 Bedroom - Boulder B | 4BR,4BA | $725 |
| Chestnut Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Jordan Living Apartments | Leverett Garden | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Ruby on the Creek Apartments | ST | Studio,1BA | $840 |
| Oakwood Place | Oakwood - 2/1 | 2BR,1BA | $850 |
| Southern View I/II | Classic Deluxe II | 1BR,1BA | $865 |
| Stearns Street | Classic Deluxe II/III | 1BR,1BA | $870 |
| 315 Texas Way | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $875 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fayetteville, AR
As of July 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Fayetteville area is the $0.29 price per square foot Furnished Per Bed Lease Rate Model at The Row @ Arkansas in the in the Fayetteville Center neighborhood starting from $575. The second greatest value Fayetteville apartment is the D1 - 4x4 Model at College Town Fayetteville starting at $915 with a $0.59 price per square foot in the Fayetteville Center neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fayetteville apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Row @ Arkansas | Furnished Per Bed Lease Rate | 4BR,3BA | $0.29 |
| College Town Fayetteville | D1 - 4x4 | 4BR,4BA | $0.59 |
| Champions Club | Student Housing | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,3BA | $0.51 |
| Hidden Lake Townhomes | 2 Bed 2.5 Bath | 2BR,2.5BA | $0.86 |
| The Landing Fayetteville | B1 UP - 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $0.66 |
| Mitchell Yards | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2.5BA | $0.86 |
| 500A Daniel Pl Springdale, AR 72764 | 3bd 2ba Parking | 3BR,2BA | $1.00 |
| The Vue on Stadium Drive Fayetteville | 2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH | 2BR,2BA | $0.87 |
| Alight Fayetteville | 2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH | 2BR,2BA | $0.86 |
| The Park | Custom | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.98 |
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Fayetteville Overview
People living in apartments in Fayetteville, AR have a lot to look forward to, from scenic mountain vistas to a thriving university community with all the culture and excitement that comes along with it. Fayetteville is a great place to settle down whether you're looking for peace and quiet, a new adventure every day, or something in between.
Why live in Fayetteville, AR?
Fayetteville offers the best of both worlds if you want the bustle and culture of a university town with the opportunity to get away from it all in just a short trip to the mountains. Thanks to the influx of college students much of the year, the city boasts an eclectic and budget-friendly array of restaurants and coffee shops.
Fayetteville, ARPopulation: 86,751
Ranked #386
in US Census Population by City
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fayetteville Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Fayetteville?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Fayetteville is under $875.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Fayetteville?
The cheapest apartment in Fayetteville is Sweetser Properties which is listed at $700, while the average apartment in Fayetteville costs $10,306.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Fayetteville?
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 4,180 regular apartments in Fayetteville 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 Fayetteville?
Cheap apartments in Fayetteville have an average cost of $723 which is $9,583 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Fayetteville.
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