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Last updated on September 17, 2026
Average rent in
Little Rock, AR
Average rent in
Last updated on September 17, 2026
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Key takeaways for renters
Where Little Rock rent stands today
Little Rock, AR rent rose 4.4% year over year, with a current median of $1,175/month. Renters today are paying $60 more per month on average than last year, though rent has eased 1.6% month to month after peaking three months ago.
Compared to national trends
Little Rock sits 38.2% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, with 564 total rentals offering a smaller but diverse market for renters.
Price ranges
Studios in Little Rock run around $828/month, 1-bedrooms at $975/month, and 2-bedrooms at $1,000/month, with 3-bedrooms at $1,375/month and 4+ bedrooms at $1,825/month. Houses rent for a median of $1,395/month, while apartments are more affordable at $995/month.
Neighborhood spotlight
Rock Creek rents rose 20.2% year over year to $1,950/month across 16 rentals. This contrasts with the citywide 4.4% rise and shows Rock Creek as a neighborhood with faster rent growth.
Median rent
Median rent in Little Rock
$1,175/mo
4%vs previous year
The average rent in Little Rock is $1,175 per month as of September 2026. This is 38% below the national average rent, or $725 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Little Rock
564
for rent on Zumper.com as of September 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Little Rock rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Little Rock, AR
Average rent prices in Little Rock have decreased by 2% over the last month and have increased by 4% 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
Little Rock, AR
Rent prices in Little Rock vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Little Rock is $995, whereas a house costs $1,395. 1-bedroom apartments in Little Rock run $965 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,000.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $827 |  1% | 11% | |
1 bedroom | $975 | 3% | 11% | |
2 bedroom | $1,000 | 2% | 2% | |
3 bedroom | $1,375 | No Change | 1% | |
4 bedroom | $1,825 | 2% | 10% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
65th Street West | $1,095 | |
Boyle Park | $1,097 | |
Capital View | $1,095 | |
Downtown Little Rock | $1,150 | |
Midtown | $1,400 | |
Oak Forest | $1,045 | |
Reservoir | $962 | |
Rock Creek | $1,950 | |
Wakefield | $925 | |
Walnut Valley | $965 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $995 | 3% | No Change | |
Condos | $1,250 | 1% | No Change | |
Houses | $1,395 | No Change | No Change | |
Rooms | $1,250 | No Change | - |
Studio
Average rent
$827
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
11%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$975
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
11%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,000
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
2%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,375
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
1%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$1,825
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
10%
Downtown Little Rock
Average rent
$1,150
Capital View
Average rent
$1,095
Walnut Valley
Average rent
$965
Reservoir
Average rent
$962
Rock Creek
Average rent
$1,950
Midtown
Average rent
$1,400
65th Street West
Average rent
$1,095
Wakefield
Average rent
$925
Boyle Park
Average rent
$1,097
Oak Forest
Average rent
$1,045
Apartments
Average rent
$995
Last 30 days
3%
Condos
Average rent
$1,250
Last 30 days
1%
Houses
Average rent
$1,395
Last 30 days
No Change
Rooms
Average rent
$1,250
The table above reflects average rent prices in Little Rock, 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 Little Rock, AR compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Little Rock and Alexander by all bedroom counts and property types.
Little Rock
38%lower than the national median
13%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Little Rock, AR is 29% lower than the median rent in Alexander, AR.
Average rent in nearby cities
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$1,347
8%Cost of living in Little Rock, 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 | 7% higher |
| Groceries | 3% lower |
| Health | 10% lower |
| Housing | 18% lower |
| Transportation | 10% lower |
| Utilities | 7% lower |
Discover rentals in Little Rock, AR
1d ago
4811 Terra Vista Cir, Little Rock, AR 72209
1–2 beds
1 bath
$535–$640
Apartment for rent
3h ago
1100 Fair Park Blvd, Little Rock, AR 72204
1–2 beds
1 bath
$550–$700
Apartment for rent
2d ago
1221 Reservoir Rd, Little Rock, AR 72227
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$625–$1,000
Apartment for rent
1h ago
6600 Lancaster Rd, Little Rock, AR 72209
2–3 beds
1 bath
$650–$830
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
18001 Rosemary Villas Pkwy, Little Rock, AR 72223
2 beds
2 baths
$4,300–$4,800
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Reservoir house for rent in Little Rock
9 Oak Glen Ln, Little Rock, AR 72227
4 beds
3 baths
$4,000
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Little Rock
73 Tournay Cir, Little Rock, AR 72223
5 beds
4 baths
$3,800
House for rent
5d+ ago
Downtown Little Rock condo for rent in Little Rock
5 Statehouse Plz #7A, Little Rock, AR 72201
2 beds
2.5 baths
$3,750
Condo for rent
1h ago
Verified
2200 Riverfront Dr, Little Rock, AR 72202
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,285–$2,040
Price drop
Apartment for rent
6h ago
Verified
2020 Hinson Loop Rd, Little Rock, AR 72212
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$864–$1,269
Apartment for rent
1h ago
1 Ayla Dr, Little Rock, AR 72223
3–4 beds
2–3 baths
$2,750–$3,200
Price drop
Apartment for rent
11h ago
308 Rock St, Little Rock, AR 72202
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$980–$2,250
Apartment for rent
6h ago
Verified
2020 Hinson Loop Rd, Little Rock, AR 72212
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$864–$1,269
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
3321 Broadway St, Little Rock, AR 72206
4 beds
2 baths
$1,595
House for rent
Available Sep 9
5d+ ago
Verified
1600 W 32nd St, Little Rock, AR 72206
4 beds
2 baths
$1,595
House for rent
Available Sep 1
5d+ ago
Verified
1212 W 21st St, Little Rock, AR 72206
4 beds
2 baths
$1,595
House for rent
Available Aug 31
1h ago
Verified
2200 Riverfront Dr, Little Rock, AR 72202
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,285–$2,040
Price drop
Apartment for rent
6h ago
Verified
2020 Hinson Loop Rd, Little Rock, AR 72212
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$864–$1,269
Apartment for rent
1h ago
1 Ayla Dr, Little Rock, AR 72223
4 beds
2 baths
$2,750–$3,050
Price drop
Apartment for rent
11h ago
308 Rock St, Little Rock, AR 72202
1 bed
1 bath
$980–$1,170
Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Little Rock, AR
Quick answers to common questions about the Little Rock rental market.
How much is rent in Little Rock?
The average rent in Little Rock is $1,175 per month as of September 12, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Little Rock?
Average rent prices in Little Rock have decreased by 2% over the last month and have increased by 4% since last year.
How does Little Rock rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Little Rock is 38% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $725 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Little Rock?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Little Rock are Wakefield ($925/mo), Reservoir ($962/mo), and Walnut Valley ($965/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Little Rock?
To comfortably afford rent in Little Rock, you'd need to earn approximately $47,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Little Rock?
May offers the best rental deals in Little Rock, with rents running about 5.4% lower than the August peak season. March tends to be the most competitive month with higher demand.
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).