Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Sterling Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC from $600 (20 Rentals)

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McMullen Wood
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

McMullen Wood

6500-6512 Walsh BlvdCharlotte, NC 28226
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Sharon Lakes
1 Bedroom Apartments

Sharon Lakes

8301 Sharon Lakes RdCharlotte, NC 28210
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Park Lane Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Park Lane Apartments

1610-1641 Waybridge LnCharlotte, NC 28210
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Sharon Crossing
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sharon Crossing

2123 El Verano CirCharlotte, NC 28210

Sterling, Charlotte, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Sterling Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Sterling area of Charlotte, NC is a Studio unit found at Winslow Apartments priced from $940. Sharonridge Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $999. Here are the most affordable Sterling apartments for rent in Charlotte, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Winslow ApartmentsA1 ClassicStudio,1BA$940
Sharonridge Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$999
Aurea StationA2 - 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,019
The Landon Apartments1 Bed 1 Bth1BR,1BA$1,020
Andover WoodsThe Ansley1BR,1BA$1,140

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sterling, NC

As of July 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Sterling area is the $1.66 price per square foot B1 Model at Townes at McCullough in the in the Sterling neighborhood starting from $2,150. The second greatest value Sterling apartment is the 2B/2B - LIHTC Model at Arrowood Villas starting at $1,390 with a $1.29 price per square foot in the Sterling neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Sterling apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Townes at McCulloughB12BR,2.5BA$1.66
Arrowood Villas2B/2B - LIHTC2BR,2BA$1.29
The BrookB12BR,2BA$1.37
Andover WoodsThe Cambridge2BR,1BA$1.64
Willow Ridge ApartmentsThe Hemlock2BR,1BA$1.59
Waterford Square ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$1.56
Aurea StationA1 - 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.54
The Landon Apartments1 Bed 1 Bth1BR,1BA$1.51
The Villages Apartments1B 1 x 11BR,1BA$1.73
Sharonridge Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.54

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Sterling, Charlotte, NC

Ranked #167

Among neighborhoods in Charlotte, NC for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Sterling Neighborhood in Charlotte, NC

Walk Score®

34 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

25 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

39 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Sterling Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Sterling Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Sterling Apartment is $999 at Sharonridge Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Sterling Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Sterling is starting from $1,199 at Sharonridge Apartments.

What is the most affordable Sterling Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Sterling Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Aurea Station and starts from $1,609.

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