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Rental Market Trends in Alma, AR

Updated September 2026

The average rent in Alma, AR is $480/month.

Rent in Alma is 71% lower than the national average rent of $1,664/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$480/month

Average Rent

718 Sq Ft

Average Size

+1.1%

Change / Year

6

Available Apartments

Alma rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Alma average per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Alma average $480 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Alma average $548 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Alma average $794 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$480/month
718 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$548/month
939 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$794/month
1,095 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Alma, AR?

In the past year, rent has increased by 1.1%, which averages out to $6 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

September 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Alma, AR

September 2026
Below $701
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Alma, AR
Percentage*
Rent Range
75% Below $700/month
25% $700 - $1,000/month
0% $1,001 - $1,500/month
0% $1,501 - $2,000/month
0% Above $2,000/month

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Alma, AR?

Because the average rent in Alma is $480, you’ll want to make about $1,600 per month or $19,200 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.

City

Alma, AR

6 Available Apartments for Rent

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How does Alma, AR compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare Alma, AR to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.

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Apartment Averages

Compare Rent Trends Nearby

Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.

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    Fort Smith

    Avg Rent: $688/month

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    Avg Rent: $574/month

  • Roland

    Roland

    Avg Rent: $372/month

Apartment Communities in Alma We Think You'll Love

2002 Ingalls Ln

2002 Ingalls Ln

2002 Ingalls Ln,
Alma, AR 72921

3 Beds | $1,300

211 Ludell St

211 Ludell St

211 Ludell St,
Alma, AR 72921

3 Beds | $1,375

2121 Ingalls Ln

2121 Ingalls Ln

2121 Ingalls Ln,
Alma, AR 72921

3 Beds | $1,450

2302 Brookhaven Dr

2302 Brookhaven Dr

2302 Brookhaven Dr,
Alma, AR 72921

3 Beds | $1,595

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Alma?

The average rent in Alma is $480 per month, which is 71.2% lower than the national average of $1,664.

Are rents going up or down in Alma?

Rents in Alma, AR are increasing, with prices up 1.1% year-over-year and $6 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Alma?

In Alma, AR, 75% of apartments fall below $700/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Arkansas Alma Rental Trends

Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in September 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

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