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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 | $844 | $413 | $1,450 |
Fort Smith 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,011 | $559 | $1,895 |
Fort Smith 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,451 | $699 | $2,195 |
Fort Smith 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,498 | $1,022 | $2,300 |
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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
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- 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 a cheap apartment in Fort Smith?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Fort Smith is under $675.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Fort Smith?
The cheapest apartment in Fort Smith is Brentwood which is listed at $400, while the average apartment in Fort Smith costs $1,441.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in 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 87 regular apartments in 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 Fort Smith?
Cheap apartments in Fort Smith have an average cost of $1,177 which is $264 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Fort Smith.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls
Written by: Cheryl Bowman
A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.