
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Fort Smith Neighborhood of Fort Smith, AR from $300 (21 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Fort Smith area of Fort Smith.


1907 S H St

1909-1911 S H St

823-825 S 19th St

604 N 35th St

706 N 18th St

622 N 19th St

608 N 19th St

612 N 19th St

"The Grove" One & Two Bedroom Apartments

1617 N C St
Downtown Fort Smith, Fort Smith, AR Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Fort Smith?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Fort Smith 1 Bedroom Apartments | $783 | $413 | $950 |
| Downtown Fort Smith 2 Bedroom Apartments | $879 | $550 | $1,255 |
| Downtown Fort Smith 3 Bedroom Apartments | $950 | $699 | $1,300 |
| Downtown Fort Smith 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,022 | $1,022 | $1,022 |
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There are currently 21 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Fort Smith Neighborhood of Fort Smith, AR.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Fort Smith Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Fort Smith area of Fort Smith, AR is a 1 Bed unit found at "The Grove" One & Two Bedroom Apartments priced from $675. "The Belle Grove" One Bedroom Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $700. Here are the most affordable Downtown Fort Smith apartments for rent in Fort Smith, AR:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| "The Grove" One & Two Bedroom Apartments | The Grove Studio | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
| "The Belle Grove" One Bedroom Apartments | The Belle Grove 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Forrest Brook Apartments | 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| The Bricks at Brunwick | The Gimlet - Upstairs | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Lofts on Park | 1 bedroom-LOWER | 1BR,1BA | $855 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Fort Smith, AR
As of November 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown 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 Downtown Fort Smith apartment is the 2.2.5 Model at West End Lofts starting at $1,255 with a $0.99 price per square foot in the May Lecta Sweet Historic District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Fort Smith apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| CompassRCG Management | North Pointe I (SF4) | 4BR,2BA | $0.77 |
| West End Lofts | 2.2.5 | 2BR,2.5BA | $0.99 |
| 718 N 18th St, Unit Unit4 | 718 N 18th St | 2BR,1BA | $0.97 |
| Lofts on Park | 1 bedroom-LOWER | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| The Bricks at Brunwick | The Gimlet - Upstairs | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| "The Belle Grove" One Bedroom Apartments | The Belle Grove 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Forrest Brook Apartments | 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| "The Grove" One & Two Bedroom Apartments | The Grove Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.59 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Fort Smith, Fort Smith, AR
Ranked #14
Among cities in Arkansas for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Downtown Fort Smith, Fort Smith, AR
William O. Darby Jr. High School
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Getting Around the Downtown Fort Smith Neighborhood in Fort Smith, AR
Walk Score®
71 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
56 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
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- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Fort Smith Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Fort Smith?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Fort Smith is "The Grove" One & Two Bedroom Apartments which is listed at $675, while the average apartment in Downtown Fort Smith costs $1,022.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown 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 4 regular apartments in Downtown 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 Downtown Fort Smith?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Fort Smith have an average cost of $766 which is $256 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Fort Smith.
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