Apartments For Rent By Owner in Fort Smith, AR
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5 BEDS, 4 BATHS$2,350
2105 Loretta Parker Lane Unit Lot 7-AirBNB
2105 Loretta Parker Lane, Barling, AR 72923 -
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2 BEDS, 1 BATH$875
506 Buena Vista Ave Unit 506 Buena Vista
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4 BEDS, 4 BATHS$2,650
2117 Loretta Parker Ln Unit Lot 2
2117 Loretta Parker Ln, Barling, AR 72923 -
3 BEDS, 2 BATHS$1,495
922 S 23rd St
922 S 23rd St, Fort Smith, AR 72901
Fort Smith at a Glance
Fort Smith, AR Apartments for Rent
Fort Smith, Arkansas, situated where the Arkansas and Poteau rivers meet, combines historical landmarks with contemporary living options. As Arkansas's third-largest city with approximately 89,000 residents, Fort Smith began as a western military post in 1817. Today, the city offers apartments at competitive rates, with one-bedroom units averaging $709 monthly. Landmarks like the Belle Grove Historic District and Fort Smith National Historic Site showcase the city's heritage along the Arkansas-Oklahoma border.
Apartments in Fort Smith provide easy access to employment centers and city amenities. Major employers in the area include Baptist Health, ABB Motors & Mechanical, and OK Foods, while residents appreciate the below-average cost of living. The city's location at the junction of Interstate 40 and Interstate 49 simplifies transportation. Local attractions include the Fort Smith Regional Art Museum and Fort Smith Symphony, plus annual events like the Peacemaker Music Fest and Steel Horse Rally. Fort Smith offers historical architecture, practical amenities, and budget-friendly housing options in western Arkansas.
Renting in Fort Smith
Average Rental Rates and Apartment Sizes
- Apartment Type Average Sq Ft Average Rent
- Studio 440 Sq Ft $562 / mo
- 1 Bedroom 655 Sq Ft $669 / mo
- 2 Bedrooms 953 Sq Ft $860 / mo
- 3 Bedrooms 1,370 Sq Ft $1,469 / mo
- 4 Bedrooms 1,678 Sq Ft $4,023 / mo
Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods in Fort Smith
(For 1 bedroom apartments)- Neighborhoods Average Sq Ft Average Rent
- Grand Avenue 711 Sq Ft $458/mo
- Fort Smith Southside 628 Sq Ft $674/mo
- Fort Smith Northside 677 Sq Ft $713/mo
- Brentwood 707 Sq Ft $822/mo
- East End Place 748 Sq Ft $852/mo
- Downtown Fort Smith 654 Sq Ft $921/mo
- Fort Smith Eastside 743 Sq Ft $934/mo
Average Rent in Nearby Cities
(For 1 bedroom apartments)- Cities Average Rent
- Fort Smith $756/mo
- Van Buren $790/mo
- Greenwood $630/mo
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Frequently asked questions about renting in Fort Smith, AR
What are the average rent costs in Fort Smith, AR?
The average rent in Fort Smith, AR is $669.
What are the average rent costs of a studio apartment in Fort Smith, AR?
The average rent for a studio apartment in Fort Smith, AR is $562.
What are the average rent costs of a one bedroom apartment in Fort Smith, AR?
The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in Fort Smith, AR is $669.
What are the average rent costs of a two bedroom apartment in Fort Smith, AR?
The average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment in Fort Smith, AR is $860.
What are the average rent costs of a three bedroom apartment in Fort Smith, AR?
The average rent for a 3 bedroom apartment in Fort Smith, AR is $1,469.
What are the average rent costs of a four bedroom apartment in Fort Smith, AR?
The average rent for a 4 bedroom apartment in Fort Smith, AR is $4,023.
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