Springdale Apartments and Rentals

Once known as "Shiloh," Springdale, Arkansas, offers residents a blast from the past. This city features historic buildings dating back to the 1850s, and the Arkansas and Missouri Railroad continues to provide citizens rides in a turn-of-the-century passenger car. In fact, historic Springdale apartments for rent remain available, which makes it easy for anyone to settle into this city.

While most people might be unfamiliar with the elements that make Springdale unique, this city delivers one-of-a-kind entertainment and events that help it stand out in The Natural State. The annual Rodeo of the Ozarks, award-winning AQ Chicken House and Butterfield Overcoach Mail Co. continue to deliver fun and excitement to Springdale residents and visitors alike. 

Springdale was once a small community called "Shiloh" in the 1850s. After the Civil War, the creation of roads helped this city flourish, and Harvey Jones and the Jones Truck Lines helped develop the area's trucking industry. Additionally, the region earned notoriety for its agriculture, including its apple, cherries, grapes, peaches and strawberries. The city was renamed Springdale after its first post office was established in 1872, and it was incorporated on April 1, 1878.

Residents often find there's plenty to enjoy about living in this city, from the abundance of open spaces to its proximity to Fayetteville, which is about eight miles south of Springdale. This city had a population of nearly 70,000 citizens in 2010, the U.S. Census Bureau notes. A variety of rentals in Springdale are available to fit every newcomer's needs.

Springdale Public Schools, the community's education system, was established in 1884. The district features two high schools, three junior high schools, three middle schools and 17 elementary schools.

Ecclesia College is one of several higher education institutions in the area. It has received institutional accreditation for higher education with the Association for Biblical Higher Education, and offers majors in biblical studies, business administration, sports management and more. Blue Cliff College, the Sam M. Walton College of Business and the University of Arkansas are among the higher education options in Fayetteville, just outside Springdale.   

A mix of companies are considered to be the top employers in the city, including Tyson Foods Inc. and poultry processors George's Inc. and Cargill's Inc. Each of the aforementioned businesses employs at least 1,000 workers, and gives locals the opportunity to pursue career goals.

Those who consider apartments for rent in Springdale, Arkansas, may evaluate the higher education options in the area. Schools like Ecclesia College, Northwest Arkansas Community College and the Career Academy of Hair Design deliver high-quality education and teach students skills they can use to get jobs. 

In March 2012, the cost of living in Springdale was 84.2, almost 16 points below the national average, City-Data.com notes. It might be possible for new residents to find affordable housing among the rentals in Springdale, Arkansas, as the city had a median gross rent in 2009 of $641.

Attractions and special events have helped Springdale attract residents and visitors alike. The city offers easy access to Beaver Lake in Rogers, which provides outdoor activities like canoeing. Meanwhile, camping, caving and hiking are available at Devil's Den State Park and Withrow Springs State Park, both of which are less than an hour away.

Other popular venues include Northwest Arkansas Naturals Arvest Ballpark, which treats baseball fans to 70 minor-league baseball games every summer. Enjoy the crack of the bats and the roar of the crowds with a trip to BaseballParks.com's 2008 Ballpark of the Year.

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