South Fort Smith, Fort Smith, AR
South Fort Smith — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide
Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for South Fort Smith, 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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South Fort Smith Neighborhood Overview
South Fort Smith, Fort Smith, Arkansas
South Fort Smith, primarily within ZIP code 72908, is a neighborhood characterized by its affordability within the Fort Smith housing market. The current median home value is $112,500, which is notably below the broader city's census median of $164,500. This positions the area as an accessible entry point for homebuyers, with the average home offering approximately 1,450 square feet of living space.
The neighborhood exhibits a strong mix of owners and renters, with a homeownership rate of 60.3% and a renter-occupied rate of 39.7%. The median gross rent is $883 per month. While the current median household income is reported at $42,361, it's important to note the census figure for the area is higher at $63,697, indicating potential economic diversity or shifts within the community. This data collectively defines South Fort Smith's market tier as Affordable.
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South Fort Smith Market Data
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Median Home Price | $165K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Gross Rent | $883/mo | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Household Income | $64K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Homeownership Rate | 60.3% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Renter-Occupied | 39.7% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Rental Vacancy Rate | 3.3% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Market Type | Seller's | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Market Tier | Affordable | Top10Lists.us Classification |
| Primary ZIP Code | 72908 |
Top Real Estate Agents in South Fort Smith, Fort Smith
0 qualified agents currently meet our merit gate for South 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