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Fayetteville, Ark. – In addition to college students attending the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville is also a popular destination for job seekers moving to Northwest Arkansas, as well as retirees drawn to the Ozark Mountains.

However, all of that population growth comes with a cost–higher rent. For example, the average cost to rent an apartment in Fayetteville is now over $1,400 a month.

But, with a little searching and luck, renters can still find apartments for half that amount.

1. Washington Plaza Apartments

This community has one-bedroom units available for around $650 a month. Furthermore, major utilities are included in the rent.

Residents also enjoy walk-in closets, laundry facilities, and being close to the University of Arkansas.

2. Pierce Properties

Pierce Properties sometimes has studio apartments for as low as $600 a month. And that also covers all utilities.

Other perks include a washer and dryer, high-speed internet access, and a grilling and picnic area.

3. Yugo Fayetteville Dickson

For UofA students looking for affordable off-campus housing, this property has four-bedroom, four-bathroom apartments available for $679 a person. Plus, all utilities are covered in the rent, even cable and WiFi.

Additional amenities include a fitness center, clubhouse, and in-unit washer and dryer.

4. C&W Apartments

Located just north of Fayetteville in neighboring Springdale, this apartment community has one-bedroom units that rent for $650 a month.

Residents enjoy having a washer and dryer, air conditioning, and a renters insurance program.

5. Ozark Villas

Another affordable off-campus housing community near the U of A. Ozark Villas often has apartments available starting at $650 a person/bed.

In addition to paid utilities, other amenities include a swimming pool and clubhouse, fitness center, WiFi access, and an in-unit washer and dryer.

6. The Row @ Arkansas

The Row @ Arkansas has both furnished and unfurnished student apartments available for rent.

For example, a four-bedroom unfurnished unit starts at $640 a person, while a four-bedroom furnished unit starts at $700 a person.

7. 1131 Oakland Ave

Finally, this last property has a bedroom available for $600 a month.

Residents enjoy being in a walkable neighborhood near shopping, restaurants, and the U of A.