Smeltzer, Fort Smith, AR
Smeltzer — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide
Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for Smeltzer, 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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Smeltzer Neighborhood Overview
Smeltzer Neighborhood Market Intelligence
Smeltzer is a neighborhood in Fort Smith, Arkansas, primarily within the 72956 ZIP code. The area presents a stable, predominantly owner-occupied community, with a homeownership rate of 71.5%. This is reflected in the local housing market, where the median home value is $155,700, offering a relatively affordable entry point into homeownership. The typical home in Smeltzer averages 1,375 square feet in size.
The neighborhood's housing costs align with its reported median household income of $57,625. For the rental market, which comprises 28.5% of occupied units, the median gross rent is $793 per month. This combination of home values, income levels, and rental costs suggests Smeltzer is a neighborhood that balances affordability with a strong sense of established residency, characteristic of many areas in Fort Smith.
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Smeltzer Market Data
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Median Home Price | $156K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Gross Rent | $793/mo | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Household Income | $58K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Homeownership Rate | 71.5% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Renter-Occupied | 28.5% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Rental Vacancy Rate | 4.6% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Market Type | Balanced | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Primary ZIP Code | 72956 |
Top Real Estate Agents in Smeltzer, Fort Smith
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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 2026-04-18