Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Sterling Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC from $600 (36 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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Ascent Pineville
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ascent Pineville

8401 Habersham Pointe CirCharlotte, NC 28226

Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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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 Sharonridge Apartments priced from $925. Andover Woods has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $975. Here are the most affordable Sterling apartments for rent in Charlotte, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Sharonridge Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$925
Andover WoodsThe Berkley1BR,1BA$975
The Landon ApartmentsA2-1 Classic1BR,1BA$980
Anson at the LakesA11BR,1BA$1,028
Aurea StationA2 - 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,029
The Villages Apartments1B 1 x 11BR,1BA$1,032
Waterford Square ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$1,067
Winslow ApartmentsA1 RenovatedStudio,1BA$1,070
Park at CaterinaA1: 1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,079
Willow Ridge ApartmentsThe Buttonwood1BR,1BA$1,152

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sterling, NC

As of June 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Sterling area is the $1.54 price per square foot Stone Model at Blu South in the in the Sterling neighborhood starting from $3,585. The second greatest value Sterling apartment is the C2 - 3 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom Model at Aurea Station starting at $1,939 with a $1.56 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$1.54
Aurea StationC2 - 3 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom3BR,2BA$1.56
Sharon WestWhitewater Falls3BR,2BA$1.50
The Landon ApartmentsA1-2 Renovated1BR,1BA$1.33
Vetra Quail HollowBradford1BR,1BA$1.60
The Villages Apartments1B 1 x 11BR,1BA$1.50
Park at CaterinaA1: 1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.59
Andover WoodsThe Ansley1BR,1BA$1.52
Sharonridge Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.42
Anson at the LakesA11BR,1BA$1.65

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Top Neighborhoods Near Charlotte Colleges and Universities

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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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 $1,070.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Sterling Apartment is $925 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 $1,100 at Winslow Apartments.

What is the most affordable Sterling Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Sterling Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Winslow Apartments and starts from $1,500.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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