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300 N 17th St

Fort SmithAR72901

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Summit Terrace
1 Bedroom Apartments

Summit Terrace

1501 N 37th StFort Smith, AR 72904
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Brentwood
1 Bedroom Apartments

Brentwood

1421 Dallas StFort Smith, AR 72901
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Lynwood Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Lynwood Apartments

1501-1511 Boston StFort Smith, AR 72901
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Sunset Village
1 Bedroom Apartments

Sunset Village

1100 S 11th StFort Smith, AR 72901
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Tara Gardens
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Tara Gardens

1615 S 22nd StFort Smith, AR 72901

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The Timbers
2 Bedroom Apartments

The Timbers

1224 N Albert Pike AveFort Smith, AR 72904
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Twin Sixes Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Twin Sixes Apartments

3502 S 66th StFort Smith, AR 72903
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Tulsa Square
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Tulsa Square

5038 S 32nd StFort Smith, AR 72903
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601 Xavier St
1 Bedroom Apartments

601 Xavier St

601 Xavier StFort Smith, AR 72901
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3401 Park Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

3401 Park Ave

3401 Park AveFort Smith, AR 72903
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The Hendrix
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Hendrix

5201 Spradling AveFort Smith, AR 72904
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Southbrooke Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Southbrooke Apartments

8201 Highway 271 SFort Smith, AR 72908
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Pine View Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Pine View Apartments

5202 Towson AveFort Smith, AR 72901
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Windsor Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Windsor Apartments

4421 Windsor DrFort Smith, AR 72904
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Shadowbrook Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Shadowbrook Apartments

2601 Oakview RdFort Smith, AR 72908
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Kingston Court
2 Bedroom Apartments

Kingston Court

4301 Yorkshire DrFort Smith, AR 72904
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Mayfair Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Mayfair Apartments

530 N Albert Pike AveFort Smith, AR 72903
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Brookstone Heights
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Brookstone Heights

2300 Kibler RdVan Buren, AR 72956
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Vista Hills Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Vista Hills Apartments

715 Bella Vista AveVan Buren, AR 72956
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Pavilion Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Pavilion Apartments

20 S 21st StVan Buren, AR 72956
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Fort Smith, AR Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Fort Smith, AR

Pricing Updated: 07/29/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Fort Smith, AR area range in price from $550 to $5,000 with an overall median price of $1,715. The three Fort Smith neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Oak Park at $1,050, Mill Creek at $695, and Massard at $1,395. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Fort Smith Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Oak Park$1,075$1,0501
Mill Creek$1,347$6956
Massard$1,395$1,3952
South Fort Smith$1,400$8002
Downtown Fort Smith$1,500$55030
Fishback Historic District$1,699$55040
Fort Smith Northside$1,699$55037
May Lecta Sweet Historic District$1,699$55037
Sunnymede$1,699$55027
Fort Smith Eastside$1,700$80041

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 South Fort Smith neighborhood priced from $400. Boardwalk Apartments in the Sunnymede neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $410. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Fort Smith apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Brentwood1B1BR,1BA$400
Boardwalk ApartmentsStudio-EFFStudio,1BA$410
Phoenix VillageStudio1BR,1BA$550
The Flats @ 59001 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$600
The Hendrix1.11BR,1BA$625
Southbrooke ApartmentsSB 1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$625
Pike PlaceStandard1BR,1BA$630
The Bluffs @ CentralWelcome to your Convenient and Comfortable 1 be...1BR,1BA$650
Aspen Heights1 Bed, 1 Bath (Silver)1BR,1BA$675
Marina Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$675

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fort Smith, AR

As of July 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Fort Smith area is the $0.89 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath 2 Car Garage Model at Willowbrook Duplexes in the in the Cavanaugh neighborhood starting from $1,199. The second greatest value Fort Smith apartment is the North Pointe I (SF4) Model at CompassRCG Management starting at $1,022 with a $0.77 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Willowbrook Duplexes2 Bed 2 Bath 2 Car Garage2BR,2BA$0.89
CompassRCG ManagementNorth Pointe I (SF4)4BR,2BA$0.77
Hillside TownhomesTownhomes2BR,1.5BA$0.89
Rock Creek Apartments2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$0.84
Crown Ridge ApartmentsThe Grand Marquis2BR,2BA$0.90
Southpoint Apartments2bd/2ba- B Plan Upstairs2BR,2BA$0.86
Welcome Home to Fairway at Fianna Hills – $300 First Month Rent!!2BR,1BA$0.90
Southbrooke ApartmentsSB 1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$0.89
Boardwalk ApartmentsStudio-EFFStudio ,1BA$0.66
Brentwood1B1BR,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."

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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

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 $525 at Boardwalk Apartments.

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 $625.

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