
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Fort Smith Neighborhood of Fort Smith, AR from $300 (13 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Fort Smith area of Fort Smith.


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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 | $784 | $413 | $1,050 |
| Downtown Fort Smith 2 Bedroom Apartments | $992 | $559 | $1,300 |
| Downtown Fort Smith 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,017 | $699 | $1,250 |
| Downtown Fort Smith 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,022 | $1,022 | $1,022 |
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There are currently 13 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 Forrest Brook Apartments priced from $725. The Belle Grove Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $725. Here are the most affordable Downtown Fort Smith apartments for rent in Fort Smith, AR:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forrest Brook Apartments | 1.1 | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| The Belle Grove Apartments | The Belle Grove 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| 800 S 25th St | Magnolia Place 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $745 |
| The Grove | The Grove 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $845 |
| Lofts on Park | 1 bedroom-LOWER | 1BR,1BA | $855 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Fort Smith, AR
As of March 25, 2026 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 718 N 18th St Model at 718 N 18th St, Unit 3 starting at $1,150 with a $1.09 price per square foot in the Sunnymede 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 |
| 718 N 18th St, Unit 3 | 718 N 18th St | 3BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| West End Lofts | 1.1 L | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| 503 N 18th St, Unit Templeton Manor Carriage | 503 N 18th St | 1BR,1BA | $0.98 |
| Lofts on Park | 1 bedroom Up | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| 800 S 25th St | Magnolia Place 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| The Grove | The Grove 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| 716 N 18th St | 716 N 18th St | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| The Belle Grove Apartments | The Belle Grove 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Forrest Brook Apartments | 1.1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
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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 Forrest Brook Apartments which is listed at $725, while the average apartment in Downtown Fort Smith costs $1,095.
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 $724 which is $371 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Fort Smith.
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