Eviction in Benton County (Bentonville), Arkansas

Where eviction cases are filed in Benton County (Bentonville), what it costs, local rent levels and where to get help — with the official court, county and HUD sources.

Quick facts: eviction in Benton County (Bentonville)

Eviction court: Benton County Circuit Court - Circuit Clerk, Civil Division — State circuit court Court page
Filing fee: $165 to initiate a civil cause of action in circuit court (Ark. Code Ann. § 21-6-403(b)(1)); $2.50 per summons; $20 for a writ of possession. Sheriff service: $80 for a summons with complaint and notice; $120 to serve a writ of possession. Benton County Circuit Clerk - Court Fees; Benton County Sheriff's Office - Civil Service FAQ
Notice before filing (state law): For a civil unlawful detainer, the landlord must give three days' written notice to vacate before filing. Arkansas rules
HUD Fair Market Rent, 2-bedroom (FY2026): $1,347/month HUD
Renter households: 36,919 (33% of households) Census ACS 2020–2024

Last verified against official sources: 2026-10-23

Where eviction cases are filed in Benton County (Bentonville)

Eviction cases in Benton County (Bentonville) are heard by the Benton County Circuit Court - Circuit Clerk, Civil Division (State circuit court).

Benton County Circuit Clerk's Office (Circuit Court) — 102 NE A Street, Bentonville, AR 72712 (Civil 479-271-1015) · website

Court eviction page · E-filing · Search court records · Self-help center

The clerk's courts page lists unlawful detainer among the Civil Court case types. Office hours 8 am-4:30 pm. Court staff and the Sheriff's Office cannot give legal advice.

How much it costs to file an eviction in Benton County (Bentonville)

$165 to initiate a civil cause of action in circuit court (Ark. Code Ann. § 21-6-403(b)(1)); $2.50 per summons; $20 for a writ of possession. Sheriff service: $80 for a summons with complaint and notice; $120 to serve a writ of possession.

Sheriff fee amounts from https://sheriff.bentoncountyar.gov/civil-service-faq/. Ask the clerk about filing without prepaying fees if you cannot afford them.

Source: Benton County Circuit Clerk - Court Fees; Benton County Sheriff's Office - Civil Service FAQ

How eviction cases work locally

Writ of possession and lockout	Per the Sheriff's Office, the tenant is served a summons and complaint with a notice of intent to issue a writ of possession and has 5 days to object to the writ. After a writ issues, the Sheriff serves it and allows at least 24 hours to vacate; deputies keep the peace during the lockout, and the landlord must move and store any belongings and tell the tenant where they are. Source: Official source

Writ of possession and lockout

Per the Sheriff's Office, the tenant is served a summons and complaint with a notice of intent to issue a writ of possession and has 5 days to object to the writ. After a writ issues, the Sheriff serves it and allows at least 24 hours to vacate; deputies keep the peace during the lockout, and the landlord must move and store any belongings and tell the tenant where they are.

Source: Official source

The Arkansas eviction process

Arkansas state law sets the notice periods and court steps everywhere in the state, including Benton County (Bentonville):

Landlord gives the tenant three days' written notice to vacate
Landlord files an unlawful detainer complaint with a supporting affidavit; the clerk issues a summons and a Notice of Intention to Issue Writ of Possession
Sheriff or process server serves the tenant
Tenant has 5 days, excluding Sundays and legal holidays, to file a written objection, and a tenant who stays must deposit the rent due into the court registry
If no objection is filed, the clerk, upon order of the court, immediately issues a writ of possession (§ 18-60-307(b) as amended by Act 414 of 2023)
If an objection is filed, a hearing is set; if the landlord shows it is likely to succeed and posts security, a writ of possession issues
The sheriff executes the writ of possession

Full Arkansas eviction rules with sources →

Rent in Benton County (Bentonville)

HUD FY2026 Fair Market Rents for the Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers, AR MSA (the rent levels used for Section 8 vouchers):

Studio	$1,007
1 bedroom	$1,115
2 bedrooms	$1,347
3 bedrooms	$1,873
4 bedrooms	$2,213

Source: HUD Fair Market Rent documentation

Median gross rent in Benton County (Bentonville): $1,277/month (Census ACS 2020–2024 5-year estimates).

County tenant ordinance

No county-level landlord-tenant ordinance identified; city rules (if any) are covered on city pages.

Eviction help in Benton County (Bentonville)

Free legal help

Center for Arkansas Legal Services / Legal Aid of Arkansas / Arkansas Free Legal Answers — Listed on the Arkansas Judiciary self-help resources page; Legal Aid of Arkansas serves northwest Arkansas.

Other Arkansas counties

Frequently asked questions

Where do I file an eviction in Benton County (Bentonville)?

Eviction cases in Benton County (Bentonville) are filed with the Benton County Circuit Court - Circuit Clerk, Civil Division.

How much does it cost to file an eviction in Benton County (Bentonville)?

Where can I get help with an eviction in Benton County (Bentonville)?

Center for Arkansas Legal Services / Legal Aid of Arkansas / Arkansas Free Legal Answers.

What is the fair market rent in Benton County (Bentonville)?

HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for a 2-bedroom unit is $1,347 per month (1-bedroom: $1,115).

General legal information, not legal advice. Laws change and local rules can differ; check the linked official source or talk to a lawyer about your situation.