Prairie at Chaffee Crossing
1800 Frontier Rd,
Barling, AR 72923
$850 - $1,295 | Studio - 2 Beds
A pleasant small town in the suburbs of Arkansas, Barling sits just eight miles outside of Fort Smith and is near Fort Smith Regional Airport. Nestled along the Arkansas River, residents of Barling appreciate the city’s abundance of community parks and green spaces. After you find your affordable apartment in the city, check out Ben Green Regional Park, Parrot Island Waterpark, and the Springhill Park Campground. Barling residents have easy access to Interstate 49 and the abundance of restaurants, retailers, and amenities just north of the airport. Barling residents enjoy easy access to everything Fort Smith has to offer, including the University of Arkansas-Fort Smith and the Fort Smith National Historic Site.
As of March 2025, the average apartment rent in Barling, AR is $852 for a studio, $995 for one bedroom, and $1,296 for two bedrooms. Apartment rent in Barling has increased by 0.9% in the past year.
Car-Dependent
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This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.
Somewhat Bikeable
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You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.
Public
Grades PK-5
330 Students
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