Bedroom count
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Last updated on October 29, 2026
Average rent in
Fayetteville, AR
Average rent in
Last updated on October 29, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
The bottom line
Fayetteville, AR rent rose modestly year over year, with a current median of $1,625/month. Renters are paying $25 more per month on average than last year, though month over month rent has softened by 3.0%.
Compared to national trends
Fayetteville sits 14.5% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, with 746 total rentals offering a moderate-sized market for renters.
Price ranges
Studios in Fayetteville run around $905/month, 1-bedrooms around $972/month, 2-bedrooms around $1,295/month, 3-bedrooms around $1,800/month, and 4+ bedrooms around $2,400/month.
Neighborhood spotlight
Cross Keys rents declined by a YoY percent-point change of 66.9% to $1,950/month across 25 rentals, and Copper Creek dropped by 53.6% in the same measure to $1,300/month. These declines contrast with the modest citywide increase and show localized shifts in Fayetteville.
Median rent
Median rent in Fayetteville
$1,625/mo
2%vs previous year
The average rent in Fayetteville is $1,625 per month as of October 2026. This is 14% below the national average rent, or $275 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Fayetteville
746
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Fayetteville rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Fayetteville, AR
Average rent prices in Fayetteville have decreased by 3% over the last month and have increased by 2% since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Fayetteville, AR
Rent prices in Fayetteville vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Fayetteville is $1,195, whereas a house costs $1,850. 1-bedroom apartments in Fayetteville run $950 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,195.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $905 |  5% | 8% | |
1 bedroom | $972 | No Change | 3% | |
2 bedroom | $1,295 | No Change | No Change | |
3 bedroom | $1,800 | No Change | No Change | |
4 bedroom | $2,400 | No Change | 14% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Hendricks Maxwell Stephens | $1,565 | |
Huntingdon | $1,500 | |
Jefferson Walker | $1,800 | |
Jennings Plus | $1,350 | |
Putnam | $1,350 | |
Sang Valley | $2,200 | |
Town Branch | $1,449 | |
Washington Willow | $1,475 | |
West 62 | $1,562 | |
Wilson Park | $1,399 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,195 | No Change | 10% | |
Condos | $1,500 | 2% | 1% | |
Houses | $1,850 | No Change | 2% | |
Rooms | $669 | No Change | - |
Studio
Average rent
$905
Last 30 days
5%
Last year
8%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$972
Last year
3%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,295
Last 30 days
No Change
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,800
Last 30 days
No Change
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,400
Last year
14%
Town Branch
Average rent
$1,449
Jefferson Walker
Average rent
$1,800
Sang Valley
Average rent
$2,200
Wilson Park
Average rent
$1,399
West 62
Average rent
$1,562
Putnam
Average rent
$1,350
Huntingdon
Average rent
$1,500
Jennings Plus
Average rent
$1,350
Washington Willow
Average rent
$1,475
Hendricks Maxwell Stephens
Average rent
$1,565
Apartments
Average rent
$1,195
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
10%
Condos
Average rent
$1,500
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
1%
Houses
Average rent
$1,850
Last year
2%
Rooms
Average rent
$669
The table above reflects average rent prices in Fayetteville, AR, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Fayetteville, AR compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Fayetteville and Bentonville by all bedroom counts and property types.
Fayetteville
14%lower than the national median
6%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Fayetteville, AR is 9% lower than the median rent in Bentonville, AR.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$1,795
3%$1,195
4%$2,750
7%$1,700
6%$1,550
20%$925
3%$1,672
1%$1,450
$2,075
12%$1,297
18%$1,595
3%$1,300
5%Cost of living in Fayetteville, AR
Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.
Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 2% higher |
| Groceries | 7% lower |
| Health | 12% lower |
| Housing | 9% lower |
| Transportation | 12% lower |
| Utilities | 1% lower |
Discover rentals in Fayetteville, AR
5h ago
519 N Wordsworth Ln, Fayetteville, AR 72704
4 beds
3 baths
$579–$599
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
376 W Watson St, Fayetteville, AR 72701
4 beds
4 baths
$599
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
1312 N Corsica Dr, Fayetteville, AR 72704
1 bed
1 bath
$600
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
40m ago
1219 N Storer Ave, Fayetteville, AR 72703
1–2 beds
1 bath
$750–$825
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Fayetteville
1950 W Mitchell St #1, Fayetteville, AR 72701
4 beds
3.5 baths
$4,800
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Aug 1
5d+ ago
House for rent in Fayetteville
606 N Whitham Ave #1, Fayetteville, AR 72701
4 beds
4.5 baths
$4,800
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Aug 1
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Fayetteville
1275 N Rupple Rd, Fayetteville, AR 72704
3 beds
3.5 baths
$4,800
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
2d ago
835 W Cleveland St, Fayetteville, AR 72701
4 beds
4 baths
$4,400
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
7h ago
2509 Meadow Vw, Fayetteville, AR 72704
2 beds
2 baths
$1,050
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
23h ago
E 5th St, Fayetteville, AR 72701
3 beds
2 baths
$1,895
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1d ago
3001 W Wedington Dr, Fayetteville, AR 72701
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$877–$1,350
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
3d ago
1703 W Holly St, Fayetteville, AR 72703
2 beds
2 baths
$2,200
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
23h ago
E 5th St, Fayetteville, AR 72701
3 beds
2 baths
$1,895
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
2554 E War Eagle St, Fayetteville, AR 72701
3 beds
2 baths
$1,700
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Oct 15
5d+ ago
House for rent in Fayetteville
W Barhem Dr, Fayetteville, AR 72704
4 beds
2 baths
$1,900
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Fayetteville
1996 West Stone StreetUnit, Fayetteville, AR 72701
3 beds
2 baths
$1,675
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Sep 15
3h ago
5817 Slape St, Fayetteville, AR 72704
2 beds
2 baths
$1,050
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
3h ago
Slape St, Fayetteville, AR 72704
2 beds
2 baths
$1,050
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
7h ago
2509 Meadow Vw, Fayetteville, AR 72704
2 beds
2 baths
$1,050
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1d ago
3001 W Wedington Dr, Fayetteville, AR 72701
1–2 beds
1 bath
$877–$1,095
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Fayetteville, AR
Quick answers to common questions about the Fayetteville rental market.
How much is rent in Fayetteville?
The average rent in Fayetteville is $1,625 per month as of October 24, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Fayetteville?
Average rent prices in Fayetteville have decreased by 3% over the last month and have increased by 2% since last year.
How does Fayetteville rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Fayetteville is 14% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $275 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Fayetteville?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Fayetteville are Putnam ($1,350/mo), Jennings Plus ($1,350/mo), and Wilson Park ($1,399/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Fayetteville?
To comfortably afford rent in Fayetteville, you'd need to earn approximately $65,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Fayetteville?
December stands out as the least competitive month with lower overall demand, which might result in lower prices. February sees the lowest rent while July has the highest, with about an 8% difference between peak and off-peak months.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).