
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Fort Smith Southside Neighborhood of Fort Smith, AR from $400 (16 Rentals)
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823-825 S 19th St

816 S 19th St

2301 S V St
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2301 S V St

The Flats @ 5900

220 May Ave

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Fort Smith Southside, Fort Smith, AR Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Fort Smith Southside?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Smith Southside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $719 | $475 | $875 |
| Fort Smith Southside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $805 | $580 | $985 |
| Fort Smith Southside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,051 | $875 | $1,649 |
| Fort Smith Southside 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,832 | $1,499 | $2,199 |
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There are currently 16 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Fort Smith Southside Neighborhood of Fort Smith, AR.
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Cheapest Available Fort Smith Southside Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Fort Smith Southside area of Fort Smith, AR is a 1 Bed unit found at The Flats @ 5900 priced from $600. The Bluffs @ Central has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $650. Here are the most affordable Fort Smith Southside apartments for rent in Fort Smith, AR:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Flats @ 5900 | 1.1S Reno | 1BR,1BA | $600 |
| The Bluffs @ Central | 1.1 Classic | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| Mayfair Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
| Aspen Heights | Live your Best Life! Silver Aspen 1 Bed/ 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
| The Oak: 1 & 2 Bedroom Apartments | The Oak 1 Bedroom Unit Type | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fort Smith Southside, AR
As of February 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Fort Smith Southside area is the $1.09 price per square foot 3 Bed 2.5 Bath Model at High Pointe at Kelley Ridge in the in the South Fort Smith neighborhood starting from $1,649. The second greatest value Fort Smith Southside apartment is the 2.1 Model at Z Street Apartments starting at $740 with a $0.87 price per square foot in the May Lecta Sweet Historic District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fort Smith Southside apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| High Pointe at Kelley Ridge | 3 Bed 2.5 Bath | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.09 |
| Z Street Apartments | 2.1 | 2BR,1BA | $0.87 |
| The View: 1 & 2 Bedroom Apartments with All Inclusive Utilities Option | The View 1501 Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.96 |
| The Cottonwood: 1 & 2 Bedroom Apartments | The Cottonwood - 2 Bedroom Unit Type | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Mayfair Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $0.90 |
| Lakeside Townhomes | 1 bedroom 750sqft | 1BR,1BA | $0.95 |
| The Bluffs @ Central | 2.1 Rehab | 2BR,1BA | $1.01 |
| Greystone Apartments | Garden Units | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| The Flats @ 5900 | 1.1S Reno | 1BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| Aspen Heights | Live your Best Life! Silver Aspen 1 Bed/ 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
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ApartmentHomeLiving.com compiles millions of data points to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Fort Smith Southside, Fort Smith, and the greater Fort Smith area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for easy access to the parks, luxury housing options, places that make kids happy, raising pets, transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fort Smith Southside Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Fort Smith Southside?
The cheapest apartment in Fort Smith Southside is The Flats @ 5900 which is listed at $600, while the average apartment in Fort Smith Southside costs $1,699.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Fort Smith Southside?
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 13 regular apartments in Fort Smith Southside 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 Southside?
Cheap apartments in Fort Smith Southside have an average cost of $686 which is $1,013 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Fort Smith Southside.
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