
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Fort Smith Southside Neighborhood of Fort Smith, AR from $400 (52 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Fort Smith Southside area of Fort Smith.


2301 S V St

2301 S V St

The Flats @ 5900

Pike Place

1018 S 16th St

The Bluffs @ Central

Mayfair Apartments

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Aspen Heights

Lakeside Townhomes
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Greystone Apartments

Phoenix Village

Forrest Brook Apartments

Kinkead Corner

Ramsey Square Apartments

2000 S U St, Unit A

501 N May Ave

1112 Tancred St

Pavilion Place Apartments
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601 S 16th St

209 Lecta Ave

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Lofts on Park

Cottonwood Apartments

16 N 15th St

1608 S P St

318 S 12th St

Brentwood

Lynwood Apartments

Sunset Village
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Tara Gardens

622 S 5th St

Park Terrace Apartments

1715 Rogers Ave

402 Lincoln Ln

612 N 19th St

608 N 19th St

The Oak

The Grove

622 N 19th St
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St. Andrews Apartments

Oakwood Gardens

Z Street Apartments

800 S 25th St

The Azalea

The Dogwood

3210 Phoenix Ave

1616 D St N

2401 S 50th St

Willow Lake Townhomes
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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 | $728 | $550 | $875 |
| Fort Smith Southside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $784 | $575 | $960 |
| Fort Smith Southside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,166 | $995 | $1,599 |
| Fort Smith Southside 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,815 | $1,499 | $2,199 |
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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 | 1.1L | 1BR,1BA | $600 |
| The Bluffs @ Central | 1.1 Rehab | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| Mayfair Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
| Aspen Heights | Live your Best Life! Silver Aspen 1 Bed/ 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $690 |
| Lakeside Townhomes | 1.1 Rehab | 1BR,1BA | $710 |
| Forrest Brook Apartments | 1.1 | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Greystone Apartments | Spacious 2 Bedroom Apartment at Greystone – Coz... | 2BR,1BA | $725 |
| Phoenix Village | 2.1S Rehab | 2BR,1BA | $725 |
| Kinkead Corner | Renovated 1bd/1ba | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| 800 S 25th St | Magnolia Place 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $745 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fort Smith Southside, AR
As of April 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Fort Smith Southside area is the $1.05 price per square foot 3 Bed 2.5 Bath Model at High Pointe at Kelley Ridge in the in the Cavanaugh neighborhood starting from $1,599. The second greatest value Fort Smith Southside apartment is the Renovated 3bd/1ba Model at Kinkead Corner starting at $995 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the Sunnymede 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 | $1.05 |
| Kinkead Corner | Renovated 3bd/1ba | 3BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Cottonwood Apartments | The Cottonwood - 2 Bedroom Unit Type | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Mayfair Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $0.90 |
| Lakeside Townhomes | 1.1 Rehab | 1BR,1BA | $0.95 |
| 800 S 25th St | Magnolia Place 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| Phoenix Village | 2.1S Rehab | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| The Flats @ 5900 | 1.1L | 1BR,1BA | $0.92 |
| The Bluffs @ Central | 1.1 Classic | 1BR,1BA | $1.01 |
| Aspen Heights | 1 Bed, 1 Bath (Golden) | 1BR,1BA | $1.08 |
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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 $1,599.
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 8 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 $698 which is $901 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Fort Smith Southside.
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