
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Sterling Neighborhood of San Bernardino, CA from $700 (33 Rentals)
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Pueblo Bonito Apartments

Mountain Pines

2073 Guthrie St

Mountain Pines

1440 Pumalo St

2741 Park Ave

25400 Pumalo St
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2301-2327 Mountain Ave

1358 Yucca Dr

Polo Classic Jr. Apartments

1340 Yucca Dr

1560 Date St

2977 N Park Ave

1520 Pumalo St

Mill Creek Apartments
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Villa Park

Mountain View

Siena

Terrace Village
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Victoria Village
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Sterling, San Bernardino, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Sterling?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sterling Studio Apartments | $1,395 | $1,395 | $1,395 |
| Sterling 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,625 | $1,500 | $1,775 |
| Sterling 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,843 | $1,600 | $2,035 |
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There are currently 33 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Sterling Neighborhood of San Bernardino, CA.
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Cheapest Available Sterling Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Sterling area of Riverside, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Pueblo Bonito Apartments priced from $1,495. Rose Gardens has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,550. Here are the most affordable Sterling apartments for rent in Riverside, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pueblo Bonito Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,495 |
| Rose Gardens | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
| Park Heights Apartments | 1 Bed/ 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,599 |
| Date Palms | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,620 |
| Pinecrest Apartments | Two Bedroom Two Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,700 |
| Victoria Village | REGAL | 2BR,2BA | $1,775 |
| Siena | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,805 |
| Tuscany Apartments | Plan D | 2BR,2BA | $1,935 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sterling, CA
As of July 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Sterling area is the $1.79 price per square foot Two Bedroom Two Bathroom Model at Pinecrest Apartments in the in the Ward 4 neighborhood starting from $1,700. The second greatest value Sterling apartment is the Plan D Model at Tuscany Apartments starting at $1,935 with a $2.18 price per square foot in the Ward 4 neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Sterling apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pinecrest Apartments | Two Bedroom Two Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.79 |
| Tuscany Apartments | Plan D | 2BR,2BA | $2.18 |
| Siena | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.19 |
| Victoria Village | REGAL | 2BR,2BA | $2.29 |
| Rose Gardens | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.38 |
| Park Heights Apartments | 1 Bed/ 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| Date Palms | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.03 |
| Pueblo Bonito Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.88 |
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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 $1,495 at Pueblo Bonito 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 $1,595 at Pueblo Bonito Apartments.
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