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The Housing Authority of the City of Fort Smi

2100 N 31st St, Fort Smith, AR, 72904

Information verified April 18, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 23 hr ago

About This Property

The Housing Authority of the City of Fort Smith offers 1,764 units of public housing in Fort Smith, AR. Both the public housing waitlist and Section 8 waitlist are currently open for applications. The housing authority administers these affordable housing programs in Sebastian County.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Open

Opened July 1, 2017

Apply: Multiple

The Fort Smith Housing Authority is currently accepting Scattered Site pre-applications with preferences for working family, elderly, disabled, those terminated from HCV due to insufficient funding, victims of domestic violence or natural disaster, and homeless individuals.

Last verified March 1, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

Opened November 4, 2020

Apply: In-person or Mail

The waiting list for the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher program is currently not accepting applications. When open, preferences include working families, elderly, disabled, those terminated from HCV program due to insufficient funding, victims of domestic violence or natural disaster, and homeless applicants.

Last verified March 5, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated April 17, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

1764

Fair Market Rent - Sebastian County, AR

FMR represents the estimated amount needed to cover rent and utilities for a moderately-priced unit in this area.

Bedrooms	FMR
Studio/Efficiency	$674
1 Bedroom	$678
2 Bedroom	$891
3 Bedroom	$1,222
4 Bedroom	$1,437

Income Limits - Sebastian County, AR

Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $12,880
Very Low (50%): $19,050
Low (80%): $30,450

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $17,420
Very Low (50%): $21,750
Low (80%): $34,800

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $21,960
Very Low (50%): $24,450
Low (80%): $39,150

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $26,500
Very Low (50%): $27,150
Low (80%): $43,450

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $29,350
Very Low (50%): $29,350
Low (80%): $46,950

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $31,500
Very Low (50%): $31,500
Low (80%): $50,450

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $33,700
Very Low (50%): $33,700
Low (80%): $53,900

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $35,850
Very Low (50%): $35,850
Low (80%): $57,400

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$12,880	$19,050	$30,450
2 Persons	$17,420	$21,750	$34,800
3 Persons	$21,960	$24,450	$39,150
4 Persons	$26,500	$27,150	$43,450
5 Persons	$29,350	$29,350	$46,950
6 Persons	$31,500	$31,500	$50,450
7 Persons	$33,700	$33,700	$53,900
8 Persons	$35,850	$35,850	$57,400

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent for affordable housing in Fort Smith, AR?+

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Sebastian County, AR is: $674 (Studio), $678 (1BR), $891 (2BR), $1222 (3BR), $1437 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like The Housing Authority of the City of Fort Smi is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does The Housing Authority of the City of Fort Smi have?+

The Housing Authority of the City of Fort Smi has a total of 1764 housing units.

How do I apply for housing at The Housing Authority of the City of Fort Smi?+

The Housing Authority of the City of Fort Smi is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 4797824991, or visiting their website, or contacting the property management office. You may need to submit an application and be placed on a waitlist. Eligibility is typically based on income, family size, and other factors.

What are the income limits for affordable housing in Sebastian County, AR?+

For a 4-person household in Sebastian County, AR, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $27,150, Low Income (80% AMI): $43,450. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

Is there a waitlist for The Housing Authority of the City of Fort Smi?+

Public Housing waitlist is currently Open. Section 8 (HCV) waitlist is currently Closed. Waitlist status can change frequently, so check back regularly or contact the housing authority directly for the most up-to-date information.

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