Rogers Apartments and Rentals

Home of one of the top convention facilities in the United States, Rogers, Ark., was ranked as one of the best places to live in the United States by Money Magazine in 2010. Those who explore Rogers apartments for rent will likely find a blend of dining, entertainment and shopping venues that fit a variety of tastes.

Rogers contains numerous industrial plants and retail centers, making it an ideal spot for many newcomers seeking career opportunities. Meanwhile, the city has annual events - like the Cops in Soccer tournament and Rogers International Festival - that attract attendees of all ages. Make the journey to Rogers for a chance to be a part of this exciting community of nearly 56,000 residents.

Rogers contains 33.5 square miles, and plenty has happened over the course of its history that has shaped the way the city operates today. Around 1830, settlers began to make their way to the area that would one day become known as Rogers, establishing an economy primarily based subsistence farming. Tobacco was the city's initial primary crop, but the abundance of streams eventually helped power grist and lumber mills throughout the area.

The city celebrates its birthday on May 10, 1881, because this marks the first time a trained pulled into Rogers. Transportation remains a major asset in the area, as Ozark Regional Transit provides Northwest Arkansas residents the opportunity to travel to a wide selection of localities.

The Rogers School District serves more than 14,000 students in two high schools, four middle schools, 14 elementary schools and an alternative school. Pupils have taken advantage of the school system's educational opportunities, and have included National Merit Finalists, Odyssey of the Mind world competitors and Ivy League graduates.

Northwest Arkansas Community College (NWACC) and Bryan College are two of the top higher educational institutions in the area. The NWACC promotes a mission of student excellence with an organizational culture of continuous improvement supported by effective processes, valid measures and appropriate assessment. Additionally, Bryan College has a campus that’s about 13 miles from Springdale and 25 miles from Fayetteville that provides quality career training to pupils.

Those checking out the apartments for rent in Rogers, Arkansas, may find job opportunities from some of the top employers in the area. Companies such as the Mercy Health System, Tyson Foods of Rogers, Bekaert Corporation, and Glad Manufacturing have a significant presence in the area.

In March 2012, the cost of living in Rogers was approximately 84, about 14 points lower than the national average, City-Data.com reports. Meanwhile, the city's gross rent in 2009 was $726, which gives newcomers a good idea about some of the prices they can expect to see among the rentals in Rogers.

Roughly 18 miles outside Fayetteville, Rogers delivers fast access to a selection of attractions and events in Arkansas. Eureka Springs, located in the Ozark Mountains, is a popular spot for Rogers citizens, as it features outdoor recreational activities such as caving and mountain biking.

Annual events like the Cops in Soccer Tournament provide family-friendly fun. This one-day competition helps to enhance the relationships between the Latino community and Northwest Arkansas Law Enforcement personnel. The Rogers International Festival also draws a number of visitors, as it gives locals the opportunity to learn more about a collection of nationalities and backgrounds in a diverse environment.

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