Supporting the Relocation, Travel, and Lifestyle Needs of the American Military Family

The rental market in this area is fair.  Two and four-bedroom houses are always scarce.  We have seen an increase in rental rates over the past few months.  We attribute this to fewer vacant rental units.  Temporary rentals off-base are very limited and are more expensive.  The temporary rentals off-base consist of one and two-bedroom furnished apartments.

Apartments, houses, duplexes and mobile homes are available for rent or purchase.  Apartments in the area near the base are limited during the summer, but during the winter months are more plentiful.  The average security deposit is equal to a half month's rent, though some managers will ask as much as a month's rent.  Most rentals do not accept pets but if they do, an extra non-refundable deposit is usually required.  Some landlords also put type and weight restrictions on the pet; normally limited to one pet.  The first month's rent and security deposit is normally required before moving in.  Most lease agreements are for a 6 month or 1 year period.  Rental rates do not include utilities, and most utility companies require deposits.    Utilities can average between $100 and $250 per month.  Rates vary depending upon size of the home, number of residents, time of year, etc.  

Personnel with privately owned mobile homes are advised to contact the Housing Office for a list of mobile home lots prior to arriving at Little Rock.  There are mobile home lots in the area but they are limited.

The Little Rock AFB Housing Referral Office maintains their rental referrals in the contact/links section under Housing Office.  You can find rental houses, mobile homes, and various styled apartments.  

The Little Rock AFB Housing Referral Office proudly sponsors the Rental Partnership Program.  This program provides safe, secure, affordable housing for military members and their families in desirable locations.  The move-in time and costs are minimal, as there is no security deposit, application fee or credit check.  Rental rates are at the BAH level or slightly higher depending on availability, size and amenities.  Apartment communities on the program have security systems and/or security patrols, and have excellent maintenance response time. For more information, contact the Housing Office at DSN:  731-7654.

If you are considering living off base, whether renting or buying, please review the "Getting Started" information listed in SITES.  Also, if purchasing a house, you are encouraged to attend the Home Buying classes offered at the Family Support Center.  Also, you can take advantage of the "Know Your Neighborhood" program at the Family Support Center.  This program provides detailed statistical information about local areas to include schools, crime rates, selling prices, and rental rates.

The codes listed below are to be used in relation to units found under "contacts/links" on this page.

Apartment/Renting Codes: APTS=Apartments; BR=Bedroom(s); Eff=Efficiency; E=Electric; W=Water; F=Furnished; Uf=Unfurnished; N/P=No Pets; P=Pets allowed.  

City Codes:  J=Jacksonville; NLR=North Little Rock; SH=Sherwood; LR-Little Rock.