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Walnut Park Estates I & II

Walnut Park Estates I & II

Fort Smith, Arkansas, 72904

3 BedroomsPlease Call

Crowne Apartments at Razorback Road

Crowne Apartments at Razorback Road

Fayetteville, Arkansas, 72701

1 Bedroom$710

2 Bedrooms$1,030

3 Bedrooms$1,350

Alma Gardens

Alma Gardens

Alma, Arkansas, 72921

2 Bedrooms$499

3 Bedrooms$599

Springdale Ridge I & II

Springdale Ridge I & II

Springdale, Arkansas, 72762

2 Bedrooms$490

3 Bedrooms$530

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Fort Smith apartments are ingeniously laid out near city parks and appealing during all four seasons - the fall is particularly enticing but regardless of when you are looking to move, Fort Smith's apartments are available in every price range all year round. You can easily find cat friendly apartments in Fort Smith using MyNewPlace and searching for apartment amenities like a fitness center.

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Fort Smith Apartment Rental Market

  • Household Income
    Household IncomeCityStateCity Compared to State
    Less than $10,00012.6%13.4% -0.8%
    $10,000 to $14,9998.9%8.6% +0.3%
    $15,000 to $19,9998.4%8.4% +0.0%
    $20,000 to $24,9998.1%8.3% -0.2%
    $25,000 to $29,9998.1%7.7% +0.4%
    $30,000 to $34,9997.6%7.4% +0.2%
    $35,000 to $39,9995.6%6.6% -1.0%
    $40,000 to $44,9995.7%6.0% -0.3%
    $45,000 to $49,9994.3%5.0% -0.7%
    $50,000 to $59,9998.0%8.3% -0.3%
    $60,000 to $74,9998.1%8.0% +0.1%
    $75,000 to $99,9996.4%6.4% +0.0%
    $100,000 to $124,9993.2%2.6% +0.6%
    $125,000 to $149,9991.6%1.1% +0.5%
    $150,000 to $199,9991.2%1.0% +0.2%
    $200,000 or more2.1%1.2% +0.9%
  • Cost of Living
    Share of Household Income Spent on RentCityStateCity Compared to State
    Less than 10.0%8.0%6.9% +1.1%
    10.0% to 14.9%14.9%12.6% +2.3%
    15.0% to 19.9%16.4%13.7% +2.7%
    20.0% to 24.9%12.5%11.4% +1.1%
    25.0% to 29.9%9.0%9.0% +0.0%
    30.0% to 34.9%7.2%6.3% +0.9%
    35.0% to 39.9%4.8%4.7% +0.1%
    40.0% to 49.9%5.5%6.1% -0.6%
    50.0% or more15.1%15.9% -0.8%
    Not computed6.7%13.4% -6.7%
  • Age Demographic of Renters
    Age Demographic of RentersCityStateCity Compared to State
    15 to 24 years15.5%15.6% -0.1%
    25 to 34 years26.5%26.3% +0.2%
    35 to 44 years21.6%21.7% -0.1%
    45 to 54 years15.1%14.1% +1.0%
    55 to 64 years8.3%8.0% +0.3%
    65 to 74 years5.5%6.2% -0.7%
    75 to 84 years5.2%5.6% -0.4%
    85 years and over2.4%2.5% -0.1%
  • Travel Time to Work
    Travel Time to WorkCityStateCity Compared to State
    Less than 30 minutes65.3%42.3% +23.0%
    30 to 44 minutes9.7%23.2% -13.5%
    45 to 59 minutes2.8%11.6% -8.8%
    60 or more minutes22.2%22.9% -0.7%

Source: 2000 Census

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Welcome to beautiful Fort Smith, located on the western border of Arkansas. Fort Smith is a rich part of America’s history, serving as a military post during the days when the country was still trying to settle the “Wild West.” Now, you can settle into a new place when you use the apartment finder on MyNewPlace.com.

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Fort Smith History

Being acquired by the United States as part of the Louisiana Purchase, Fort Smith is a fascinating and often quite important piece of American History. Having been established as a military base as the country began to expand westward, the city became an important victory for the Union in the Civil War, as both sides wanted control of the country’s military outposts. After the war, it became known as a town where law and order were strictly enforced, both through the use of the U.S. Marshal Service and judges bent on upholding the law. In recent pop culture history, the book and movie adaptations of True Grit have all been set here in the city and depict the use of U.S. Marshals in apprehending criminals and bringing them to justice.

Experience Fort Smith

If you love history and want to learn more about the local culture, you’ll have no shortage of opportunities to do so when you venture out into the community. At the Fort Smith Museum of History you can get a closer look at hundreds of artifacts and exhibits that have been collected and preserved to detail the history of the city. You can even enjoy a tasty treat in the working replica of a 1920’s pharmacy complete with soda fountain and ice cream floats. Or come check out the Fort Smith Trolley Museum where you can hop on the working trolley car and take a tour around the city to see historic landmarks.

Finding Your Fort Smith Apartment

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Fun to Be Had in Fort Smith

Fort Smith is an exciting town with tons of places where everyone can find something they enjoy. For a night out, or even a whole day of entertainment, you will want to visit the downtown which is packed full of wonderful places to shop, dine, and even take in the nightlife. Or take the whole family down to the Park at West End where you will find a classic Ferris wheel, a beautiful Italian Carousel, and an arcade for everyone to enjoy. Or if you want something a little off the beaten path, come check out a bout and support the River Valley Roller Girls, a local roller derby team.

Average Apartment Rent in Fort Smith, Arkansas

# Bedrooms Apr Mar Feb 3 Month % change
Studio N/A N/A N/A 0%
1 Bed N/A $390 $368 0%
2 Bed $525 $553 $523 0.4%
3 Bed N/A N/A N/A 0%

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Apartments in Fort Smith have competitive rents so be sure to use our apartment finder to get the best deal. In February the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Fort Smith apartment cost $368. If you need a roommate, try finding a 2 bedroom apartment rental. An average 2 bedroom Fort Smith apartment was $523 in February. Start your apartment search by checking out some of the Fort Smith rentals listed below.

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  • I live in Little Rock, AR and I would like to find a duplex ( nothing with stairs and no apartment) between Ft. Smith and Greenwood, AR. Please let me know if you have any. Maybe the Jenny Lind area.

    When you’re on either our Little Rock or Greenwood apartments page, on the top of the screen you’re able to filter your search by selecting how many bedrooms you are interested in and selecting what amenities you are looking for. If you also use the map on the right you are able to see where we have apartments listed in a specific area.

  • Why should I move to Fort Smith?

    With a population of over 86,000 people, Fort Smith is the second largest city in the state of Arkansas and one of the two county seats of Sebastian County. With mild winters and hot, humid summers, Fort Smith is a good place for those that don't like the cold. As far as culture is concerned, Fort Smith is home to various museums, including the Fort Smith Regional Art Museum, the Fort Smith Museum of History, the Fort Smith Trolley Museum, the Fort Smith Air Museum, and the National U.S. Marshals Museum, and also has an active music scene. Recently Fort Smith served as the set for the Oscar-nominated film True Grit, a 2010 Western film directed by Joel and Ethan Coen.

  • I'm relocating. What's the weather like in Fort Smith?

    The climate of Fort Smith, Arkansas features four distinct seasons, including hot summers, cold winters, and relatively mild springs and autumns. Summer temperatures tend to be in the 80s and winter temperatures tend to be in the 40s. The average high temperature in July, the warmest month of the year, is 93 degrees Fahrenheit, while the average low temperature in January, the coldest month of the year, is 28 degrees Fahrenheit. On average Fort Smith receives 44 inches of precipitation annually. Rainfall is fairly evenly distributed throughout the year, although May tends to be the wettest month.

  • Is Fort Smith pet friendly?

    Yes, Fort Smith is pet-friendly. There are many parks where you can take your pets as long as they are kept on leash, including Tilles Park, Creekmore Park, Martin Luther King Park, Carol Ann Cross Park, and Latture Park. It is also home to one off-leash dog area, Fort Smith Dog Park, which is managed by the City of Fort Smith and the Fort Smith Airport Commission. Open from sunrise to sunset, this 40-acre dog park has a pond, water stations, benches, and a separate small dog area away from the pond, as well as trails and trees.