Fort Smith Arkansas Rental Info

[Steven Loveless]

I am looking at possibly purchasing a house from a family member's estate, and need some opinions on the Fort Smith, Arkansas rental market. I really didn't intend to own rental property from a distance, but I may be able to get the house at a significant discount.

The house itself hasn't been updated for some time, so will likely need a bit of work (built in '63 I believe). It is ~1800ft2, in what appears to be a decent part of town just northeast of the 540-22 intersection.

Does anyone have any info on what rental market is like here? Also any recommendations on property management companies or trusted contractors to estimate repairs?