1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Fort Smith, AR (111 Rentals)

88 Chaffee Crossing

Reserve at Chaffee Crossing

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723 S 19th St

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3201 S O St

411 Garrison Ave

1101 S 17th St

1714-1716 S U St

1909-1911 S H St
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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Fort Smith Studio Apartments | $850 | $850 | $850 |
Fort Smith 1 Bedroom Apartments | $874 | $413 | $1,425 |
Fort Smith 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,078 | $559 | $1,785 |
Fort Smith 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,531 | $699 | $2,155 |
Fort Smith 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,498 | $1,022 | $2,300 |
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Fort Smith 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood
Availability Confirmed As of: June 14, 2025There are currently 194 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Fort Smith, AR that range in price from $413 to $1,425. Fort Smith Eastside, Fishback Historic District and May Lecta Sweet Historic District are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Fort Smith with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:
Neighborhood | Available Units | Median Price | Min Price |
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Fort Smith Eastside | 55 | $975 | $600 |
Fishback Historic District | 18 | $725 | $525 |
May Lecta Sweet Historic District | 18 | $725 | $525 |
Fort Smith Northside | 17 | $700 | $413 |
Hillcrest | 17 | $725 | $525 |
Fort Smith Southside | 15 | $717 | $525 |
Sunnymede | 15 | $700 | $413 |
Downtown Fort Smith | 13 | $712 | $413 |
Belle Grove | 7 | $700 | $413 |
South Fort Smith | 6 | $705 | $650 |
Largest Available Fort Smith 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Fort Smith, AR is found at 88 Chaffee Crossing in the Fort Smith Eastside neighborhood and is 1,335 square feet priced from $1,300. West End Lofts in the May Lecta Sweet Historic District neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 938 square feet and currently listed start at $995. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Fort Smith:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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88 Chaffee Crossing | 1BD TOWNHOME | 1,335 Sq Ft | $1,300 |
West End Lofts | 1.1 Large | 938 Sq Ft | $995 |
The Balconies at Heritage 7331 | 1 bedroom, 1 bath | 775 Sq Ft | $975 |
The Balconies at Heritage 7401 | 775 Sq Ft | $975 | |
Lakeside Townhomes | 1 bedroom 750sqft | 750 Sq Ft | $710 |
Mayfair Apartments | 1x1 | 750 Sq Ft | $675 |
Lofts on Park | 1 bedroom | 745 Sq Ft | $745 |
Prairie at Chaffee Crossing | 1.1 Savannah | 730 Sq Ft | $995 |
Shire Pointe | One Bed | 625 Sq Ft | $850 |
Cheapest Available Fort Smith 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of June 14, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Fort Smith, AR is the 1B Model starting from $400 at Brentwood in the May Lecta Sweet Historic District neighborhood. The second most affordable Fort Smith 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bd 1 Ba Model at Boardwalk Apartments starting at $425 in the Sunnymede neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Fort Smith is currently $874. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Fort Smith:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Brentwood | 1B | $400 |
Boardwalk Apartments | 1 Bd 1 Ba | $425 |
601 Xavier St | One Bedroom One Bathroom | $595 |
Village Meadows Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $600 |
The Flats @ 5900 | 1.1L Reno | $600 |
Pike Place | Standard | $610 |
The Hendrix | 1.1 | $625 |
Southbrooke Apartments | SB 1 bed 1 bath | $625 |
The Links at Fort Smith | Custom | $665 |
The Bluffs @ Central | Welcome to your Convenient and Comfortable 1 be... | $665 |
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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
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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
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Fort Smith Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Fort Smith with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Fort Smith is at Brentwood listed at $400.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Fort Smith Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Fort Smith is $874.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Fort Smith Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Fort Smith is a 1,335 square feet unit starting from $1,300 at 88 Chaffee Crossing.
What is the average size for Fort Smith 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Fort Smith is currently 0 sq ft.
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