Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Fort Smith, AR 72913
1 affordable building in 72913 · 41 more within 8 mi
Fort Smith, AR 72913 has 1 income-restricted building: 1 tax credit and 1 usda rural. 41 more are listed within 8 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 72913
Gardenwalk of Barling
710 a Street, Barling, AR 72913
41 units · 1–3 BR
- 4 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
No buildings in 72913 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 41 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
North 18th Street
718 N 18th St, Fort Smith, AR 72901
0.6 mi away
6 units · 1–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
A Six Units
618 N 18th St, Fort Smith, AR 72901
0.6 mi away
6 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Pike Place Apts
700 N Albert Pike Ave, Fort Smith, AR 72903
0.8 mi away
144 units · 1–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Yorkshire Townhomes
4301 Yorkshire Dr, Fort Smith, AR 72904
1.4 mi away
50 units · 2–4+ BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Clayton Heights
5023 Williams Ln, Fort Smith, AR 72904
1.7 mi away
57 units · 35 income-restricted · 3–4+ BR
North Pointe
3300 N 6th St, Fort Smith, AR 72904
1.8 mi away
115 units · 83 income-restricted · Studio–4+ BR
Stonebrook Park Homes of Fort Smith
3433 North St, Fort Smith, AR 72901
1.9 mi away
37 units · 36 income-restricted · 3–4+ BR
Armstrong Residences
5221 Johnson St, Fort Smith, AR 72904
2.1 mi away
160 units · 156 income-restricted · 1–4+ BR
Barlee Properties II (Koller Addition)
2608 Koller St, Fort Smith, AR 72904
2.1 mi away
23 units · 22 income-restricted · 3–4+ BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Walnut Park Estates
4101 Walnut Park Dr, Fort Smith, AR 72901
2.3 mi away
58 units · 25 income-restricted · 3 BR
Rock Creek Apartments of Fort Smith
3020 N 50THST, Fort Smith, AR 72904
2.7 mi away
56 units · 45 income-restricted · Studio–3 BR
Gardenwalk of Pocola & Poc-Ark
100 Elizabeth Circle, Arkoma, OK 74901
3.8 mi away
81 units · 1–3 BR
- 10 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Van Buren
201 S 18th St, Van Buren, AR 72956
4.6 mi away
199 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Van Buren
- Residents waited about 6 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Chapel Ridge of Fort Smith
7500 Jenny Lind Rd, Fort Smith, AR 72908
5 mi away
84 units · 66 income-restricted · 1–4+ BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Monark Village
7114 Texas Rd, Fort Smith, AR 72908
5 mi away
10 units · 3–4+ BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 72913
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $990/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $39,600/yr
Income limits (2026)
Fort Smith, AR-OK area · median family income $76,800. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $16,150 | $26,900 | $43,050 |
| 2 | $21,640 | $30,750 | $49,200 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $34,600 | $55,350 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $38,400 | $61,450 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $41,500 | $66,400 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $44,550 | $71,300 |
| 7 | $47,650 | $47,650 | $76,200 |
| 8 | $50,700 | $50,700 | $81,150 |
Section 8 vouchers: up to the 50% limit, and most go to households under 30%. Public housing: up to 80%. Tax-credit apartments: usually up to 60% of median income, between the 50% and 80% columns.
Fair market rents (2027)
HUD's estimate of rent plus utilities for a modest home. Housing authorities set Section 8 voucher limits from it.
| Size | 72913 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $750 | $741 |
| 1 bedroom | $760 | $748 |
| 2 bedrooms | $990 | $979 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,340 | $1,324 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,640 | $1,625 |
Wider area = Fort Smith, AR-OK. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 10 nearby ZIPs range from $920 (74901) to $1,330 (72916).
Sources: HUD income limits FY2026; HUD Fair Market Rents FY2027 (Small Area FMR for ZIP figures). Each program and building can set its own limits — confirm with the property.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share
Project-based Section 8 is on the buildings above. A Housing Choice Voucher is different: you apply with the housing authority, then find a landlord who takes it. Your share of rent is based on income — not always 30%. The calculator uses 72913's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 72913Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Fort Smith, AR 72913?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Fort Smith, AR 72913, including project-based Section 8 apartments (the subsidy stays with the unit), public housing, tax-credit, and USDA rural rentals. Housing Choice Vouchers are different: you apply with the local housing authority and can use them at a private landlord. Estimate your voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
Do affordable housing buildings in Fort Smith, AR 72913 have openings?
These lists for Fort Smith, AR 72913 don't show openings. Call the property (or the housing authority, for public housing) to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
How do I apply for affordable housing in Fort Smith, AR 72913?
Use the phone number on each building card in Fort Smith, AR 72913. Public housing is run by the local housing authority — apply with them, not at the building. USDA rural rentals can also be found through USDA's property search.
What counts as affordable housing in Fort Smith, AR 72913?
In Fort Smith, AR 72913, this directory lists income-restricted rentals from HUD tax-credit (LIHTC) records, public housing, HUD-assisted buildings (including project-based Section 8, 202, and 811), and USDA Rural Development.
How many affordable housing buildings are in ZIP 72913?
This directory lists 1 income-restricted building in Fort Smith, AR 72913. The list does not show vacancies — call each property or the housing authority to ask about openings and waiting lists.
Is there affordable housing near 72913?
Yes — this page also lists 41 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Fort Smith, AR 72913 (within about 8 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Fort Smith, AR 72913?
Most income-restricted buildings in Fort Smith, AR 72913 serve households at or below 50% or 80% of area median income. HUD's 2026 very low-income (50%) limit for a 1-person household is $26,900, and $38,400 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($43,050 for 1 person). Each building sets its own cap — call to confirm before you apply. Citizenship, household size, and local preferences can also apply.
What is the income limit for low-income housing in Fort Smith, AR 72913?
For many programs in Fort Smith, AR 72913, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $26,900 a year for 1 person and $38,400 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $43,050 for 1 person. Tax-credit buildings often use 60% of median income. Confirm with the property — they can be stricter.
How long is the waiting list for Section 8 in Fort Smith, AR 72913?
There is no single waiting list for Fort Smith, AR 72913. Public housing, project-based Section 8, and tax-credit buildings each keep their own list. Housing Choice Voucher lists at the housing authority open only sometimes and can stay closed for years. This directory does not show which lists are open — call the number on each card. Some public housing cards show HUD's reported wait in months.
What is the difference between Section 8 and public housing in Fort Smith, AR 72913?
Public housing is owned by a housing authority — you apply with that agency, not at the building. Project-based Section 8 is a HUD contract on a private building; the subsidy stays with the apartment. A Housing Choice Voucher is different: you apply with the housing authority and can use it at a landlord who takes it. This page lists tax-credit apartments in Fort Smith, AR 72913. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Fort Smith, AR 72913?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Fort Smith, AR 72913, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Fort Smith, AR 72913 is $990 a month (rent plus utilities for a modest unit). Tax-credit apartments use set rents below market, not always 30% of income. Call the building for the actual rent; this site is not a vacancy or price list.
Can I use a Section 8 voucher at affordable apartments in Fort Smith, AR 72913?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Fort Smith, AR 72913. Project-based Section 8 units already have a subsidy on the apartment — you apply there, not with a tenant voucher. For a voucher, apply with the housing authority, then ask each landlord. Estimate your share with the Section 8 calculator.
Is there senior affordable housing in Fort Smith, AR 72913?
This page may still list buildings in Fort Smith, AR 72913 that accept seniors without being senior-only. Use the filters and call to ask about age set-asides.
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Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 2026); HUD Multifamily Assisted Properties, Oct 2026; HUD Public Housing Developments, Oct 2026; USDA Rural Development multifamily, Oct 2026. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying.
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