
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Ward 1 Neighborhood of Little Rock, AR from $400 (69 Rentals)
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1417 Center St

1018 Cumberland St

McGowan Flats Apartments

Chateaus at St Clair

Eastside Lofts Apartments Phase II

1717 S Louisiana St, Unit N

Block 2 Lofts

The Flats at Soma

623 Sherman St
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619 Sherman St

904 Scott St, Unit 3

915 North Street

2200 S Louisiana St, Unit 204

904 Scott St, Unit 1

904 Scott St, Unit 5

1400 Cumberland St, Unit 302

1400 Cumberland St, Unit 303

1400 Cumberland St, Unit 409

1400 Cumberland St, Unit 406
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503 E 6th St, Unit 1 BR TH

616 E 7th St

607 E 6th St, Unit B

1803 S Louisiana St, Unit D

515 E 8th St, Unit E

515 E 8th St, Unit F

418 E 6th St, Unit G

621 Cumberland St, Unit #1

2323 S Spring St

1909 S State St
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518 E 7th St, Unit 24

Apartments at Harbor Town

2318 S Louisiana St

515 E 8th St, Unit D

514 E 8th St, Unit C

1717 S Louisiana St, Unit Q

518 E 7th St, Unit 26

514 E 8th St, Unit A

518 E 7th St, Unit 16

509 E 7th St, Unit Cottage 10
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1401 Scott St, Unit 403

1400 Cumberland St, Unit 407

516 E 8th St, Unit C

509 E 7th St, Unit Cottage 4

515 E 8th St, Unit A

516 E 8th St, Unit D

2704 Broadway St

Mahlon Martin Apartments

818 Cumberland St

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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 | $801 | $675 | $905 |
| Ward 1 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,105 | $479 | $2,250 |
| Ward 1 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,357 | $574 | $2,900 |
| Ward 1 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,419 | $1,143 | $1,800 |
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There are currently 69 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Ward 1 Neighborhood of Little Rock, AR.
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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 $479. 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 | $479 |
| McGowan Flats Apartments | Studio - Non Furnished | Studio,1BA | $795 |
| Eastside Lofts Apartments Phase II | 1x1 - 498 | 1BR,1BA | $886 |
| Block 2 Lofts | B A1 | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| The Flats at Soma | The Daly | Studio,1BA | $905 |
| Apartments at Harbor Town | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,145 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ward 1, AR
As of June 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Ward 1 area is the $1.29 price per square foot One Bedroom Model at Apartments at Harbor Town in the in the Ward 1 neighborhood starting from $1,145. The second greatest value Ward 1 apartment is the 1AHC-60% Model at Artspace Windgate Campus starting at $1,001 with a $1.39 price per square foot in the River Market 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apartments at Harbor Town | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Artspace Windgate Campus | 1AHC-60% | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Block 2 Lofts | W A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| Eastside Lofts Apartments Phase II | 1x1 - 498 | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| The Flats at Soma | The Daly | Studio ,1BA | $1.84 |
| McGowan Flats Apartments | Studio - Furnished | Studio ,1BA | $1.99 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWard 1, Little Rock, AR
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Among cities in Arkansas for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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4.0Pet Friendly
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 $479 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 $991 at Artspace Windgate Campus.
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 $1,143.
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