
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Ward 1 Neighborhood of Little Rock, AR from $400 (74 Rentals)
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McGowan Flats Apartments

503 E 6th St, Unit Studio

1018 Cumberland St

619 Sherman St

615 Sherman St

1717 S Louisiana St

Block 2 Lofts

Chateaus at St Clair

The Flats at Soma
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904 Scott St, Unit 3

623 Sherman St

915 North Street

904 Scott St, Unit 5

904 Scott St, Unit 1

2200 S Louisiana St, Unit 204

1400 Cumberland St, Unit 303

1400 Cumberland St, Unit 302

1400 Cumberland St, Unit 406

503 E 6th St
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2104 Scott St, Unit 2

607 E 6th St, Unit B

515 E 8th St, Unit C

515 E 8th St, Unit A

515 E 8th St, Unit D

515 E 8th St, Unit E

515 E 8th St, Unit F

509 E 7th St, Unit Cottage 10

418 E 6th St, Unit G
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The Harding

621 Cumberland St, Unit #1

518 E 7th St

Apartments at Harbor Town

1401 Scott St, Unit 306

401 E 10th St, Unit 403

1717 S Louisiana St, Unit X

1717 S Louisiana St, Unit Q

1400 Cumberland St, Unit 407

514 E 8th St, Unit A
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503 E 6th St, Unit 2 BR

509 E 7th St, Unit Cottage 4

1401 Scott St, Unit 403

516 E 8th St, Unit C

614 Center St

509 E 7th St, Unit Cottage 12

605 E 6th St, Unit Apt. C

519 E Capitol Ave, Unit 2C

519 E Capitol Ave, Unit 3C

519 E Capitol Ave, Unit 1C
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Ward 1, Little Rock, AR Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Ward 1?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ward 1 Studio Apartments | $864 | $795 | $1,460 |
| Ward 1 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,085 | $485 | $2,000 |
| Ward 1 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,374 | $581 | $2,599 |
| Ward 1 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,285 | $1,156 | $6,560 |
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Cheapest Available Ward 1 Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Ward 1 area of Little Rock, AR is a 1 Bed unit found at Artspace Windgate Campus priced from $485. McGowan Flats Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $795. Here are the most affordable Ward 1 apartments for rent in Little Rock, AR:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Artspace Windgate Campus | 1A-30% | 1BR,1BA | $485 |
| McGowan Flats Apartments | Studio - Non Furnished | Studio,1BA | $795 |
| 608-612 E 7th St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Block 2 Lofts | B A1 | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| The Flats at Soma | The Daly | Studio,1BA | $905 |
| The Harding | Harding Cottage | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Apartments at Harbor Town | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,145 |
| Cathedral Park Apartments | 2 Beds, 1.5 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,200 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ward 1, AR
As of August 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Ward 1 area is the $1.06 price per square foot 1004 Scott St Model at 1004 Scott St, Unit 3 in the in the River Market neighborhood starting from $1,299. The second greatest value Ward 1 apartment is the 2 Beds, 1.5 Baths Model at Cathedral Park Apartments starting at $1,200 with a $1.09 price per square foot in the State University neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ward 1 apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1004 Scott St, Unit 3 | 1004 Scott St | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Cathedral Park Apartments | 2 Beds, 1.5 Baths | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.09 |
| Apartments at Harbor Town | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| 608-612 E 7th St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Artspace Windgate Campus | 1AHC-60% | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| The Harding | Harding Cottage | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| 221 W 2nd St | 221 W 2nd St | Studio ,1BA | $2.39 |
| Block 2 Lofts | W A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.82 |
| The Flats at Soma | The Daly | Studio ,1BA | $1.84 |
| McGowan Flats Apartments | Studio - Furnished | Studio ,1BA | $1.99 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ward 1 Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Ward 1?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Ward 1 is at McGowan Flats Apartments listed at $795.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Ward 1 Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Ward 1 Apartment is $485 at Artspace Windgate Campus.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Ward 1 Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Ward 1 is starting from $1,200 at Cathedral Park Apartments.
What is the most affordable Ward 1 Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Ward 1 Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Artspace Windgate Campus and starts from $1,399.
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