Cheap Apartments for Rent in Fort Smith, AR from $300 (47 Rentals)
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CompassRCG Management

823-825 S 19th St

1909-1911 S H St

1907 S H St

1309-1311 S 26th St

The Flats @ 5900
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N 47th Apartments

Pike Place

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2801 Vicksburg St

1405 N 40th St

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307-309 Franklin St
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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 | $843 | $413 | $1,450 |
Cheap Fort Smith 2 Bedroom Apartments | $974 | $559 | $1,895 |
Cheap Fort Smith 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,464 | $699 | $2,195 |
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: 09/14/2025Current apartment rentals in the Fort Smith, AR area range in price from $550 to $4,750 with an overall median price of $1,984. The three Fort Smith neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Oak Park at $950, Mill Creek at $695, and South Fort Smith at $850. 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 | $1,100 | $950 | 3 |
Mill Creek | $1,347 | $695 | 8 |
South Fort Smith | $1,400 | $850 | 2 |
Massard | $1,410 | $1,325 | 2 |
Hillcrest | $1,650 | $550 | 34 |
Fishback Historic District | $1,699 | $550 | 41 |
Fort Smith Southside | $1,699 | $550 | 32 |
May Lecta Sweet Historic District | $1,699 | $550 | 39 |
Fort Smith Eastside | $1,950 | $925 | 49 |
Fort Smith Northside | $2,100 | $550 | 40 |
Cheapest Available Fort Smith Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Fort Smith, AR is a 2 Beds unit found at Village Meadows in the Massard neighborhood priced from $400. Brentwood in the South Fort Smith neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $400. 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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Village Meadows | 2.1 R | 2BR,1BA | $400 |
Brentwood | 1B | 1BR,1BA | $400 |
Boardwalk Apartments | Studio-EFF | Studio,1BA | $410 |
The Flats @ 5900 | 1.1L Reno | 1BR,1BA | $600 |
The Hendrix | 1.1 | 1BR,1BA | $625 |
Phoenix Village | 1.1 | 1BR,1BA | $625 |
Pike Place | Standard | 1BR,1BA | $630 |
The Bluffs @ Central | Welcome to your Convenient and Comfortable 1 be... | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
Aspen Heights | Live your Best Life! Silver Aspen 1 Bed/ 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
Mayfair Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fort Smith, AR
As of September 14, 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 1100 Model at Lakeside Townhomes starting at $950 with a $0.86 price per square foot in the Sunnymede 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 |
Lakeside Townhomes | 1100 | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.86 |
Forrest Brook Apartments | 2 Bedroom Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.86 |
Hillside Townhomes | Townhomes | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.89 |
Rock Creek Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $0.84 |
Southbrooke Apartments | SB 2 beds 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.78 |
Z Street Apartments | 2.1 | 2BR,1BA | $0.87 |
Village Meadows | 2.1 R | 2BR,1BA | $0.47 |
Boardwalk Apartments | Studio-EFF | Studio ,1BA | $0.66 |
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 Boardwalk Apartments listed at $410.
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 $400 at Village Meadows.
What is the most affordable Fort Smith Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Fort Smith Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Boardwalk Apartments and starts from $615.
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