
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hillcrest Neighborhood of Fort Smith, AR from $300 (64 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Hillcrest area of Fort Smith.


722-724 S 22nd St

1010 S 19th St, Unit 4

1716 S 28th St

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1714 1/2 S 28th St, Unit 1714 1/2 S 28th Street, FS

2001-2003 S U St

2301 S V St, Unit 6

The Bluffs @ Central

1101 S 17th St

813-815 N 17th St
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2801 Vicksburg St

Pike Place

Mayfair Apartments

Kinkead Corner

Livin' Lakeside!

Mill Creek Apartments

Greystone Apartments

Z Street Apartments

Ramsey Square Apartments

Pavilion Place Apartments, LLC
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909 N 41st St

209 Lecta Ave

2009 S Q St

501 N May Ave

2005 S S St

1604 S 25th St

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Lofts on Park

1812 N G St

16 N 15th St
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Cottonwood Apartments

1608 S P St

908 N 46th St

320 S 12th St

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718 N 18th St, Unit 4

1623 S 12th St

1701 S 12th St

North Village Apartments

Brentwood

Lynwood Apartments
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Sunset Village

1715 Rogers Ave

Tara Gardens

Village South Apartments

Tulsa Square

601 Xavier St

Park Terrace Apartments

Pine View Apartments

The Oak: 1 & 2 Bedroom Apartments

115 N Albert Pike Ave
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Hillcrest, Fort Smith, AR Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hillcrest?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hillcrest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $741 | $550 | $965 |
| Hillcrest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $855 | $600 | $1,550 |
| Hillcrest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,191 | $995 | $1,849 |
| Hillcrest 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,724 | $1,550 | $1,899 |
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There are currently 64 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Hillcrest Neighborhood of Fort Smith, AR.
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Cheapest Available Hillcrest Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Hillcrest area of Fort Smith, AR is a 1 Bed unit found at Phoenix Village priced from $550. The Bluffs @ Central has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $600. Here are the most affordable Hillcrest apartments for rent in Fort Smith, AR:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix Village | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $550 |
| The Bluffs @ Central | 1.1 R | 1BR,1BA | $600 |
| Pike Place | Standard | 1BR,1BA | $630 |
| Mayfair Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
| Kinkead Corner | Renovated Studios | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| Livin' Lakeside! | 1.1 Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $710 |
| Mill Creek Apartments | Mill Creek 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Greystone Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $725 |
| Z Street Apartments | 2.1 | 2BR,1BA | $740 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hillcrest, AR
As of July 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hillcrest area is the $0.95 price per square foot 2.1.5 Model at Forrest Brook Apartments in the in the Sunnymede neighborhood starting from $990. The second greatest value Hillcrest apartment is the 2.2 Model at Welcome to Stone Creek! starting at $925 with a $0.94 price per square foot in the Cavanaugh neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hillcrest apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forrest Brook Apartments | 2.1.5 | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.95 |
| Welcome to Stone Creek! | 2.2 | 2BR,2BA | $0.94 |
| Z Street Apartments | 2.1 | 2BR,1BA | $0.87 |
| Cottonwood Apartments | The Cottonwood - 2 Bedroom Unit Type | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Livin' Lakeside! | 1.1 Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $0.89 |
| Mayfair Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $0.90 |
| Greystone Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Magnolia Place | Magnolia Place 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| Phoenix Village | 2.1S Rehab | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| The Bluffs @ Central | The Bluffs 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.01 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hillcrest Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Hillcrest Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Hillcrest Apartment is $550 at Phoenix Village.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Hillcrest Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Hillcrest is starting from $700 at Pike Place.
What is the most affordable Hillcrest Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Hillcrest Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Kinkead Corner and starts from $995.
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The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
Written by: Robin Stewart
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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide
Written by: Robin Stewart
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