
Cheap Homes for Rent in the Downtown Fort Smith Neighborhood of Fort Smith, AR from $500 (5 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Downtown Fort Smith?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Fort Smith 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $955 | $700 | $1,700 |
| Downtown Fort Smith 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,286 | $975 | $1,650 |
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There are currently 5 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 Belle Grove Apartments priced from $725. Z Street Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $740. Here are the most affordable Downtown Fort Smith apartments for rent in Fort Smith, AR:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Belle Grove Apartments | The Belle Grove 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Z Street Apartments | 2.1 | 2BR,1BA | $740 |
| The Grove | The Grove Studio | Studio,1BA | $745 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Fort Smith, AR
As of July 26, 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 West End Lofts- DEPOSIT ONLY! Give us a call fo... Model at West End Lofts starting at $1,300 with a $1.02 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 | West End Lofts- DEPOSIT ONLY! Give us a call fo... | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.02 |
| Forrest Brook Apartments | 2.1.5 | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.95 |
| Z Street Apartments | 2.1 | 2BR,1BA | $0.87 |
| 503 N 18th St, Unit Templeton Manor Carriage | 503 N 18th St | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Magnolia Place | Magnolia Place 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| 718 N 18th St, Unit 4 | 718 N 18th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| The Bricks at Brunwick | The Gimlet - Downstairs | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| The Belle Grove Apartments | The Belle Grove 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| 1714 1/2 S 28th St, Unit 1714 S 28th Street, FS | 1714 1/2 S 28th St | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Fort Smith
What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Fort Smith?
There are currently 76 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Fort Smith, AR with pricing that ranges from $413 to $1,550. There are also 23 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Fort Smith ranging from $500 to $1,700.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Fort Smith?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Fort Smith ranges from $500 to $1,700 with an average monthly rent of $891.
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