
Cheap 2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Sterling Heights Neighborhood of Sterling Heights, MI from $925 (48 Rentals)


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Legacy at Shoreline

8904 Shawn Dr

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Woodland Meadows Apartments

15835 Marentette Dr

38044 Johannes Dr

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16242 Frontenac Ave

15386 Danseur Dr

16546 Clarkson Dr, Unit Fraser Condo

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16143 Clarkson Dr W

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Downtown Sterling Heights, Sterling Heights, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Sterling Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Sterling Heights Studio Apartments | $877 | $795 | $925 |
| Downtown Sterling Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,170 | $785 | $2,085 |
Downtown Sterling Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,515 | $925 | $2,720 |
| Downtown Sterling Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,888 | $1,360 | $2,550 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Sterling Heights Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Sterling Heights?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Sterling Heights is under $985.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Sterling Heights?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Sterling Heights is Lakeside Apartments which is listed at $925, while the average apartment in Downtown Sterling Heights costs $1,797.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Sterling Heights?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 10 regular apartments in Downtown Sterling Heights that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Downtown Sterling Heights?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Sterling Heights have an average cost of $120 which is $1,677 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Sterling Heights.
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