Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Sterling Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC from $600 (37 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 to 3 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
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Park at Caterina
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Park at Caterina

10019 Plum Creek LnCharlotte, NC 28210
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Ascent Pineville
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ascent Pineville

8401 Habersham Pointe CirCharlotte, NC 28226

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Quail Run
2 Bedroom Apartments

Quail Run

7908 Lakehouse LnCharlotte, NC 28210

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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 1 Bed unit found at Andover Woods priced from $880. Winslow Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $900. Here are the most affordable Sterling apartments for rent in Charlotte, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Andover WoodsThe Ansley1BR,1BA$880
Winslow ApartmentsA1 ClassicStudio,1BA$900
The Villages Apartments1A 1 x 1Studio,1BA$938
Sharonridge Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$999
Waterford Square ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$1,035
Anson at the LakesFenwick1BR,1BA$1,066
Aurea StationA1 - 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,069
Willow Ridge ApartmentsThe Buttonwood1BR,1BA$1,097
Park at CaterinaMessina1BR,1BA$1,115
The Landon Apartments1 Bed 1 Bth1BR,1BA$1,150

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sterling, NC

As of November 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Sterling area is the $1.47 price per square foot Stone Model at Blu South in the in the Sterling neighborhood starting from $3,416. The second greatest value Sterling apartment is the GV 2x1 Model at Greenwood Village starting at $1,300 with a $1.44 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.
Blu SouthStone4BR,2.5BA$1.47
Greenwood VillageGV 2x12BR,1BA$1.44
The BrookA11BR,1BA$1.56
The Landon Apartments1 Bed 1 Bth1BR,1BA$1.41
Arrowood Villas1B/1B - LIHTC1BR,1BA$1.55
Waterford Square ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$1.37
Aurea StationA1 - 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.50
Park at CaterinaMessina1BR,1BA$1.64
Andover WoodsThe Ansley1BR,1BA$1.34
Sharonridge Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.54

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Sterling, Charlotte, NC

Ranked #167

Among cities in North Carolina 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

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Sterling?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Sterling is at Winslow Apartments listed at $900.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Sterling Apartment is $880 at Andover Woods.

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 $1,131 at Waterford Square Apartments.

What is the most affordable Sterling Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Sterling Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Greenwood Village and starts from $1,399.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Charlotte, NC

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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