About Fort Smith, AR

Fort Smith - A Great Place to Live

Founded in 1817 and located in western Arkansas, Fort Smith has since grown to over 80,000 people, making it the second largest city in the state. With its rich history, Fort Smith has many museums and historical sites, such as the Fort Smith National Historic Site, the Bonneville House, the Fort Smith Trolley Museum, and the Guitar Museum.

Attractions - Things to See in Fort Smith

Among the many activities to do in Fort Smith are classic carriage tours, the Fort Smith Air Museum, A&M Scenic Railway, visit the Belle Grove Historic District, and shopping in downtown, and the Fort Smith Little Theatre.

Apartment Rentals and Average Rents

With a lower than average cost of living, Fort Smith apartments are very affordable. Average prices for apartments in the area are as follows: 1 bedroom apartments average $381, while 2 bedroom apartments average to around $474. The average cost for apartments in the city area is around $405, which is well below the national average.