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Last updated on May 24, 2026
Average rent in
Fort Smith, AR
Average rent in
Last updated on May 24, 2026
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Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Fort Smith rent stands today
Fort Smith, AR rent rose 2.0% year over year, with a current median of $912/month. Renters are paying $80 more per month on average than last year, though rent is 3.2% below the peak of $925/month reached in August 2025.
Vs. national rents
Fort Smith is 53.2% more affordable than the $1,950/month national median, making it an accessible market for renters seeking value in Arkansas.
Rent ranges by bedroom
Studios in Fort Smith run around $858/month, 1-bedrooms at $662/month, 2-bedrooms at $850/month, 3-bedrooms at $1,510/month, and 4+ bedrooms at $1,950/month. The 4+ bedroom segment rose 16.4% year over year, outpacing the citywide increase.
Median rent
Median rent in Fort Smith
$912/mo
2%vs previous year
The average rent in Fort Smith is $912 per month as of May 2026. This is 53% below the national average rent, or $1,037 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Fort Smith
206
for rent on Zumper.com as of May 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Fort Smith rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Fort Smith, AR
Average rent prices in Fort Smith have decreased by 1% 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
Fort Smith, AR
Rent prices in Fort Smith vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Fort Smith is $795, whereas a house costs $1,495. 1-bedroom apartments in Fort Smith run $675 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $825.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $858 | 4% | 55% | |
1 bedroom | $662 |  1% | 5% | |
2 bedroom | $850 | 2% | 1% | |
3 bedroom | $1,510 | 3% | 5% | |
4 bedroom | $1,950 | 1% | 16% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Cavanaugh | $900 | |
Downtown Fort Smith | $825 | |
Fianna Hills | $1,349 | |
Hillcrest | $850 | |
Massard | $850 | |
May Lecta Sweet Historic District | $745 | |
Mill Creek | $900 | |
Oak Park | $910 | |
South Fort Smith | $872 | |
Sunnymede | $875 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $795 | 1% | No Change | |
Condos | $1,850 | 1% | No Change | |
Houses | $1,495 | 3% | No Change |
Studio
Average rent
$858
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
55%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$662
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
5%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$850
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
1%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,510
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
5%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$1,950
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
16%
South Fort Smith
Average rent
$872
Cavanaugh
Average rent
$900
Fianna Hills
Average rent
$1,349
Massard
Average rent
$850
Downtown Fort Smith
Average rent
$825
Mill Creek
Average rent
$900
Oak Park
Average rent
$910
Sunnymede
Average rent
$875
May Lecta Sweet Historic District
Average rent
$745
Hillcrest
Average rent
$850
Apartments
Average rent
$795
Last 30 days
1%
Condos
Average rent
$1,850
Last 30 days
1%
Houses
Average rent
$1,495
Last 30 days
3%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Fort Smith, 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 Fort Smith, AR compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Fort Smith and Alma by all bedroom counts and property types.
Fort Smith
53%lower than the national median
56%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Fort Smith, AR is 7% higher than the median rent in Alma, AR.
Average rent in nearby cities
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181%$1,350
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2%Discover rentals in Fort Smith, AR
3d ago
9801 Meandering Way, Fort Smith, AR 72903
2 beds
1 bath
$400–$825
Apartment for rent
2d ago
4301 Kinkead Ave, Fort Smith, AR 72903
2 beds
1 bath
$500
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Fort Smith
2 beds
1 bath
$550
Apartment for rent
Available Mar 12
20h ago
1224 N Albert Pike Ave, Fort Smith, AR 72904
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$595–$745
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
South Fort Smith apartment for rent in Fort Smith
5017 S 28th St, Fort Smith, AR 72901
4 beds
2 baths
$4,350
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Fianna Hills apartment for rent in Fort Smith
2881 Oakview Rd, Fort Smith, AR 72908
1 bed
2 baths
$3,500
Apartment for rent
1d ago
11601 Kenwood Dr, Fort Smith, AR 72916
3 beds
2 baths
$2,295–$2,495
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Fort Smith
10511 Meandering Way #1, Fort Smith, AR 72903
3 beds
2 baths
$2,250
House for rent
Available Mar 16
15h ago
905 Raleigh St, Fort Smith, AR 72901
2 beds
1 bath
$725
Apartment for rent
1d ago
6505 Fresno St, Fort Smith, AR 72903
1–2 beds
1 bath
$745–$895
Apartment for rent
1d ago
11601 Kenwood Dr, Fort Smith, AR 72916
3 beds
2 baths
$2,295–$2,495
Apartment for rent
1d ago
3600 S 74th St, Fort Smith, AR 72903
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$650–$850
Apartment for rent
1d ago
4801 S 31st St, Fort Smith, AR 72901
2 beds
1 bath
$895
Apartment for rent
2d ago
322 N 6th St, Fort Smith, AR 72901
1 bed
1 bath
$725
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
7114 Texas Rd, Fort Smith, AR 72908
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$740–$975
Apartment for rent
2d ago
3009 Quincy St, Fort Smith, AR 72901
1 bed
1 bath
$575
Apartment for rent
1d ago
1900 S Z St, Fort Smith, AR 72901
2 beds
1 bath
$740
Apartment for rent
2d ago
5900 Kinkead Ave, Fort Smith, AR 72903
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$600–$760
Apartment for rent
3d ago
101 N 11th St, Fort Smith, AR 72901
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$990–$1,240
Apartment for rent
3d ago
3600 S 74th St, Fort Smith, AR 72903
2 beds
1 bath
$750
Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Fort Smith, AR
Quick answers to common questions about the Fort Smith rental market.
How much is rent in Fort Smith?
The average rent in Fort Smith is $912 per month as of May 23, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Fort Smith?
Average rent prices in Fort Smith have decreased by 1% over the last month and have increased by 2% since last year.
How does Fort Smith rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Fort Smith is 53% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $1,037 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Fort Smith?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Fort Smith are May Lecta Sweet Historic District ($745/mo), Downtown Fort Smith ($825/mo), and Massard ($850/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Fort Smith?
To comfortably afford rent in Fort Smith, you'd need to earn approximately $37,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Fort Smith?
Fort Smith, Arkansas rental prices in 2025 show one-bedroom apartments averaging around $650 per month, while two-bedroom units rent for around $850 monthly. These figures reflect the city's affordable housing market compared to many other metropolitan areas.
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).