
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Sterling, CT from $800 (49 Rentals)
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Meadow Ridge Apartment Homes

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The Lofts at Ponemah Mills

Tanglewood Village

Mansion House Apartments

Apartments at Remington Pond

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Norwich

Briarwood Meadows

Gristmill Apartments
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Hamilton Park

Woodland Apartments

Lofts at Anthony Mill

Meshanticut House

Royal Crest Warwick

Harris Mill Lofts

Woodridge Manor

Lofts at Pocasset Mill

Shady Oaks
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Arctic Mill Lofts

Royale Apartments

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Wyndham Park

The Lofts at Pontiac Mills

Villa Del Rio

855 Providence St

Bainbridge Apartment Homes

Chateau Chatillon

23 Sunnyside Ave
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229 Smith St

389 Wyassup Rd

276 Broad St

Moosup Gardens Townhomes

Oak Tree Village

Brookfield Apartments

962 Atwells Ave

Wequonnoc Village Apartments

Scituate Commons
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131 Phenix Ave

137 Ethan St

121 Central Ave

348 Union Ave

52 Carol Ave

8 Sherman St

Lofts at Cargill Falls Mill

293 Cowesett Ave

118 Carpenter Rd
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4430 Post Rd

77 Victoria St

34 Manchester St

206 Arthurs Way
Sterling, CT Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Sterling?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sterling Studio Apartments | $1,883 | $1,245 | $2,560 |
| Sterling 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,061 | $1,130 | $3,869 |
| Sterling 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,505 | $1,128 | $4,389 |
| Sterling 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,976 | $1,650 | $4,560 |
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Cheapest Available Sterling Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Sterling, CT is a 1 Bed unit found at The Lofts at Ponemah Mills in the Northeast New London Norwich neighborhood priced from $1,239. Moosup Gardens Townhomes in the Central Village neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,300. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Sterling apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| The Lofts at Ponemah Mills | PM1aFH-T | 1BR,1BA | $1,239 |
| Moosup Gardens Townhomes | Lily | 2BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| Mansion House Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Norwich | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| Gristmill Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,595 |
| Woodland Apartments | 1x1 Garden | 1BR,1BA | $1,690 |
| Meshanticut House | The Melrose | 1BR,1BA | $1,745 |
| Woodridge Manor | The Cortland | 1BR,1BA | $1,775 |
| Royal Crest Warwick | Greenwich | Studio,1BA | $1,800 |
| Arctic Mill Lofts | One-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sterling, CT and Nearby
As of July 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Sterling area is the $1.38 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Lofts at Anthony Mill in the starting from $2,165. The second greatest value Sterling apartment is the One Bedroom - Loft Model at The Lofts at Pontiac Mills starting at $2,200 with a $1.59 price per square foot in the Warwick West Warwick 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. |
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| Lofts at Anthony Mill | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.38 |
| The Lofts at Pontiac Mills | One Bedroom - Loft | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| Moosup Gardens Townhomes | Daffodil | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.50 |
| Chateau Chatillon | Classic 2 Bed Chatillon | 2BR,2BA | $1.90 |
| Arctic Mill Lofts | One-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| Norwich | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Bainbridge Apartment Homes | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| 855 Providence St | 2 BR, 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.19 |
| The Lofts at Ponemah Mills | PM1aFH-T | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| Meshanticut House | The Melrose | 1BR,1BA | $2.46 |
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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 $1,239 at The Lofts at Ponemah Mills.
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 $1,300 at Moosup Gardens Townhomes.
What is the most affordable Sterling Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Sterling Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Norwich and starts from $1,650.
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