
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Sterling, CT from $800 (36 Rentals)
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The Lofts at Ponemah Mills

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Tanglewood Village

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Norwich

The Lofts at Pontiac Mills
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Harris Mill Lofts

Woodridge Manor

Royal Crest Warwick

23 Sunnyside Ave

Moosup Gardens Townhomes

229 Smith St

389 Wyassup Rd

276 Broad St

85 Pleasant St
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145 Archambault Ave

288 Washington St

4 Oak St

73 Brookside Ave

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113 Palmer Rd

962 Atwells Ave

Scituate Commons

52 Carol Ave
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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 | $1,752 | $1,200 | $2,780 |
| Sterling 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,054 | $1,128 | $3,370 |
| Sterling 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,433 | $1,128 | $4,100 |
| Sterling 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,737 | $1,650 | $4,355 |
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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 Moosup Gardens Townhomes in the Central Village neighborhood priced from $1,000. The Lofts at Ponemah Mills in the Northeast New London Norwich neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,128. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Sterling apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moosup Gardens Townhomes | Tulip | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| The Lofts at Ponemah Mills | PM1aF-T | 1BR,1BA | $1,128 |
| Mansion House Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
| Norwich | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| Wequonnoc Village Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,575 |
| Gristmill Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,595 |
| Woodland Apartments | 1x1 Garden | 1BR,1BA | $1,690 |
| Bainbridge Apartment Homes | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
| Woodridge Manor | The Cortland | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
| Shady Oaks | The Willow | 1BR,1BA | $1,805 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sterling, CT and Nearby
As of May 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Sterling area is the $1.71 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at The Lofts at Pontiac Mills in the in the Warwick West Warwick neighborhood starting from $2,900. The second greatest value Sterling apartment is the 2 Bed 1.5 Bath Model at Lofts at Pocasset Mill starting at $2,725 with a $2.06 price per square foot . 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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| The Lofts at Pontiac Mills | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| Lofts at Pocasset Mill | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.06 |
| Moosup Gardens Townhomes | Lily | 2BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| Chateau Chatillon | Classic 2 Bed Chatillon | 2BR,2BA | $1.90 |
| Arctic Mill Lofts | One-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| Royale Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| Norwich | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| 855 Providence St | 2 BR, 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.19 |
| Bainbridge Apartment Homes | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| The Lofts at Ponemah Mills | PM1aF-T | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
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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 $1,000 at Moosup Gardens Townhomes.
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 $1,339 at The Lofts at Ponemah Mills.
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