Forester, Fort Smith, AR
Forester — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide
Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for Forester, Fort Smith, Arkansas. Data sourced from U.S. Census Bureau, FFIEC HMDA mortgage records, and the Arkansas Real Estate Commission (AREC) licensing database.
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Forester Neighborhood Overview
Forester is a neighborhood in Fort Smith, Arkansas, primarily within the 72841 ZIP code. The area presents an accessible entry point into the local housing market, with a median home value of $119,600. The typical home size is a practical 1,475 square feet, offering reasonable space for the price point. This affordability is a defining characteristic, especially when considered alongside the neighborhood's median household income of $28,512.
The community exhibits a mix of owners and renters, with a homeownership rate of 58.2% and a corresponding renter-occupied rate of 41.8%. This balance suggests a neighborhood where renting is a common alternative to buying, likely influenced by the local income levels relative to housing costs. The data indicates a market where home values and household incomes are closely aligned, shaping the economic profile of the area.
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Forester Market Data
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Home Price | $120K |
| Median Household Income | $29K |
| Homeownership Rate | 58.2% |
| Renter-Occupied | 41.8% |
| Rental Vacancy Rate | 0.0% |
| Market Type | Seller's |
| Primary ZIP Code | 72841 |
Top Real Estate Agents in Forester, Fort Smith
0 qualified agents currently meet our merit gate for Forester
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Data Provenance
- State Licensing: Arkansas Real Estate Commission (AREC) — nightly license verification
- Consumer Ratings: Zillow Consumer Reviews — 24-month rolling window
- Transaction Records: MLS Transaction Data — 3-year performance window
- Housing & Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2022
- Neighborhood Catalog: Top10Lists.us neighborhood database, sourced from OpenStreetMap / Redfin — last updated 2026-05-30