Cheap Homes for Rent in Sterling, CT from $1,000 (13 Rentals)

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property at 389 Wyassup Rd

$1,000

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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389 Wyassup Rd

North StoningtonCT06359
property at 204 Main St

$1,600

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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204 Main St

SterlingCT06377

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property at 91 Willowbrook St

$1,690

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$1,690

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$1,690

3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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91 Willowbrook St

WindhamCT06226
property at 52 Carol Ave

$1,800

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$1,800

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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52 Carol Ave

KillinglyCT06239
property at 16 Central St

$2,000

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3 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Condo for Rent

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16 Central St

ThompsonCT06255

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Sterling, CT Local Guide

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 $1,128. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Lofts at Ponemah MillsPM1aF-T1BR,1BA$1,128
Moosup Gardens TownhomesLily2BR,1BA$1,300
NorwichTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,450
Gristmill Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,595
Royal Crest WarwickExeterStudio,1BA$1,645

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sterling, CT and Nearby

As of June 08, 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 Daffodil Model at Moosup Gardens Townhomes starting at $1,605 with a $1.30 price per square foot in the Central Village 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.
The Lofts at Pontiac MillsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.71
Moosup Gardens TownhomesDaffodil3BR,1.5BA$1.30
Chateau ChatillonClassic 2 Bed Chatillon2BR,2BA$1.90
Arctic Mill LoftsOne-Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.80
Royale ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.85
NorwichTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.45
855 Providence St2 BR, 1 BA2BR,1BA$2.19
Bainbridge Apartment HomesOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.08
Pilgrim ParkThe Scarlet2BR,1BA$2.33
The Lofts at Ponemah MillsPM1aF-T1BR,1BA$1.42

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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 Sterling

What type of rentals are currently available in Sterling?

There are currently 52 Apartments for Rent in Sterling, CT with pricing that ranges from $1,128 to $4,360. There are also 41 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Sterling ranging from $1,000 to $5,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Sterling?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Sterling ranges from $1,000 to $5,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,447.

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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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.