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Rental Market Trends in Fayetteville, AR

Updated September 2026

The average rent in Fayetteville, AR is $984/month.

Rent in Fayetteville is 41% lower than the national average rent of $1,665/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$984/month

Average Rent

617 Sq Ft

Average Size

-0.4%

Change / Year

3,242

Available Apartments

Fayetteville rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Fayetteville average $1,101 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Fayetteville average $984 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Fayetteville average $1,129 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Fayetteville average $1,729 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,101/month
494 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$984/month
617 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,129/month
934 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,729/month
1,329 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,487/month
1,039 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,894/month
1,518 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$2,615/month
2,022 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,335/month
1,068 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,748/month
1,589 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,367/month
1,092 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,779/month
1,650 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$2,398/month
1,930 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Fayetteville, AR?

In the past year, rent has decreased by 0.4%, which averages out to $3 less per month.

Market Trends Over Time

September 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Fayetteville, AR

September 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Fayetteville, AR
Percentage*
Rent Range
9% Below $700/month
35% $700 - $1,000/month
36% $1,001 - $1,500/month
11% $1,501 - $2,000/month
10% Above $2,000/month

Rent by Neighborhood

  • Most Affordable
  • Most Expensive
  • Most Available

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Fayetteville?

Based on current rent prices, West 62, Bel-Air Acres and Greater Fayetteville are the most affordable neighborhoods in Fayetteville.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
West 62
$904/month
610 Sq Ft
Bel-Air Acres
$1,037/month
580 Sq Ft
Greater Fayetteville
$1,285/month
659 Sq Ft
Town Branch
$1,647/month
766 Sq Ft
Downtown Fayetteville
$1,916/month
732 Sq Ft
Jennings Plus
$1,926/month
831 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Fayetteville?

Based on current rent prices, Jennings Plus, Downtown Fayetteville and Town Branch are the most expensive neighborhoods in Fayetteville.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Jennings Plus
$1,926/month
831 Sq Ft
Downtown Fayetteville
$1,916/month
732 Sq Ft
Town Branch
$1,647/month
766 Sq Ft
Greater Fayetteville
$1,285/month
659 Sq Ft
Bel-Air Acres
$1,037/month
580 Sq Ft
West 62
$904/month
610 Sq Ft

Which Fayetteville neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhoods in Fayetteville with the most apartments available are Greater Fayetteville, Downtown Fayetteville and Town Branch .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Greater Fayetteville
$1,285/month
659 Sq Ft
Downtown Fayetteville
$1,916/month
732 Sq Ft
Town Branch
$1,647/month
766 Sq Ft
Jennings Plus
$1,926/month
831 Sq Ft
West 62
$904/month
610 Sq Ft
Bel-Air Acres
$1,037/month
580 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

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

Because the average rent in Fayetteville is $984, you’ll want to make about $3,280 per month or $39,360 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.

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Fayetteville, AR is 3.7% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Fayetteville is 8.0% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $984 - $1,729. You can expect to pay 6.6% less for groceries, 0.3% more for utilities, and 9.4% less for transportation.

City

Fayetteville, AR

3,242 Available Apartments for Rent

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

Use the tool below to compare Fayetteville, 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

West 62

Fayetteville, AR

Jennings Plus

Fayetteville, AR

Studio
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One Bedroom
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Two Bedroom
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Three Bedroom
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Compare Rent Trends Nearby

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

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    Springdale

    Avg Rent: $1,052/month

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    Avg Rent: $470/month

Apartment Communities in Fayetteville We Think You'll Love

Urban Loft Co Fayetteville

Urban Loft Co Fayetteville

653 West 15th Street,
Fayetteville, AR 72701

1 Bed | $1,000 - $1,600

The Vue on Stadium Drive Fayetteville

The Vue on Stadium Drive Fayetteville

1111 S Stadium Dr,
Fayetteville, AR 72701

2-4 Beds | $749 - $949

Atmosphere

Atmosphere

4 S Duncan Ave,
Fayetteville, AR 72701

Studio - 4 Beds | $899 - $1,799

University House Fayetteville

University House Fayetteville

1801 W Diamond Dr,
Fayetteville, AR 72701

Studio - 4 Beds | $699 - $1,299

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Fayetteville?

The average rent in Fayetteville is $984 per month, which is 40.9% lower than the national average of $1,665.

What is the average rent for a house in Fayetteville?

The average rent for a house in Fayetteville, AR is $1,894 per month.

What is the average rent for a townhome in Fayetteville?

The average rent for a townhome in Fayetteville, AR is $1,367 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Fayetteville?

Rents in Fayetteville, AR are decreasing, with prices down 0.4% year-over-year and $3 less per month.

What rent range is most common in Fayetteville?

In Fayetteville, AR, 36% of apartments fall between $1,001 - $1,500/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Arkansas Fayetteville 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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