
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Sterling Heights, MI from $600 (133 Rentals)
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The Block at Sterling Heights

Lakeside Apartments

Somerset Manor East Apartments

Parkside East Apartments

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Balmoral Arms Apartments

Sterling Troy Apartments

Maple Grove Apartments

Kings Arms

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Ashgrove

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Ava Sterling Apartments

Bristol Village

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Georgian Manor

Polo Green

Kingsley

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Tigris Tower

Golfview Apartments

Sterling Lake - Sterling Heights, MI

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Sterling Landings

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Legacy at Shoreline

Northview Park
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Lakeside Terrace Apartments

Sterling Center Apartments

The Preserves

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Shoal Creek

Shoreline Apartments

Pinewood Court Condominiums

Rudgate Manor

43237 Cape Dr

35129 Terrybrook Dr

2838 Continental Dr
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Colonial Manor

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Woodside Manor Apartments

Park Place-Madison Heights

Garfield Plaza Apartments

Lexington Village

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Shelby Oaks Townhomes

The Reserve at Warren

Utica Town

29158 Longview Ave
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Sterling Heights, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Sterling Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Sterling Heights Studio Apartments | $1,164 | $795 | $2,304 |
| Cheap Sterling Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,253 | $785 | $2,662 |
| Cheap Sterling Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,716 | $925 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Sterling Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,212 | $1,370 | $2,974 |
| Cheap Sterling Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $14,801 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Sterling Heights Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Sterling Heights, MI is a Studio unit found at The Block at Sterling Heights in the North Warren neighborhood priced from $840. Carlyle Place in the Westminister neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $895. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Sterling Heights apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Block at Sterling Heights | Studio | Studio,1BA | $840 |
| Carlyle Place | A | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Woodside Manor Apartments | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Garfield Plaza Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Maple Grove Apartments | Woodland | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Lexington Village | Revere | 1BR,1BA | $920 |
| Kings Arms | 101 - 1 Br. Becket | 1BR,1BA | $940 |
| Sterling Park Apartments | The East Pointe | 1BR,1BA | $940 |
| Ashgrove | One Bed One Bath Standard | 1BR,1BA | $945 |
| The Reserve at Warren | The Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $945 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sterling Heights, MI
As of May 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Sterling Heights area is the $1.21 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at Garland Apartments in the in the Elmhurst neighborhood starting from $1,755. The second greatest value Sterling Heights apartment is the 2 Bed | 1 Bath Model at Balmoral Arms Apartments starting at $1,095 with a $1.10 price per square foot in the Sterling-Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Sterling Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garland Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.21 |
| Balmoral Arms Apartments | 2 Bed | 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Maple Creek Apartments | Vineyard | 2BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Harlo Apartments | Cottonwood | 2BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Hanover Court Apartments | kg2X1 - kg2X1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Woodside Manor Apartments | 2-Bed | 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Sterling Heights Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Utica Manor | Utica Manor | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Garfield Commons | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Sterling Troy Apartments | 1 BD Private Entry | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Sterling Heights Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Sterling Heights?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Sterling Heights is at The Block at Sterling Heights listed at $840.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Sterling Heights Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Sterling Heights Apartment is $895 at Woodside Manor Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Sterling Heights Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Sterling Heights is starting from $1,050 at ONE11 UTICA PARK.
What is the most affordable Sterling Heights Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Sterling Heights Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Parkview Ridge Apartments and Townhomes and starts from $1,575.
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