45835 Brownell St
UticaMI48317
Cheap Homes for Rent in the Downtown Sterling Heights Neighborhood of Sterling Heights, MI from $1,150 (16 Rentals)
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15974 Villaire Ave
Clinton TownshipMI48038
38105 Orleans St
Clinton TownshipMI48038
16161 Normandy St
Clinton TownshipMI48038
45250 Keding St, Unit 45250 Keding #203
45250 Keding St
UticaMI48317
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8401 18 Mile Rd, Unit 160
8401 18 Mile Rd
Sterling HeightsMI48313
15381 Danseur Dr
Clinton TownshipMI48038
38034 St Tropez Dr
Clinton TownshipMI48038
38030 Pardo Dr
Clinton TownshipMI48038
38099 Johannes Dr
Clinton TownshipMI48038
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16208 Notre Dame St
Clinton TownshipMI48038
35129 Terrybrook Dr
Sterling HeightsMI48312
38044 Marlene Dr
Clinton TownshipMI48038
15246 Ashley Ct
MacombMI48044
35314 Tall Oaks Dr
Sterling HeightsMI48312
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15765 Balfour Dr
MacombMI48044
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Downtown Sterling Heights, Sterling Heights, MI Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent a home in Downtown Sterling Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Sterling Heights 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,561 | $1,199 | $2,145 |
| Downtown Sterling Heights 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,033 | $1,399 | $3,600 |
| Downtown Sterling Heights 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,212 | $2,800 | $3,500 |
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There are currently 16 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Downtown Sterling Heights Neighborhood of Sterling Heights, MI.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Sterling Heights Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Sterling Heights area of Detroit, MI is a Studio unit found at The Block at Sterling Heights priced from $840. Maple Grove Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $855. Here are the most affordable Downtown Sterling Heights apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Block at Sterling Heights | Studio | Studio,1BA | $840 |
| Maple Grove Apartments | Woodland | 1BR,1BA | $855 |
| Park On Canal Apartments - Clinton Twp, MI | The Gondola | 1BR,1BA | $905 |
| Ava Sterling Apartments | The Sterling Suite | 1BR,1BA | $955 |
| Sterling Knolls | The Briarmeade | 1BR,1BA | $960 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Sterling Heights, MI
As of September 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Sterling Heights area is the $1.43 price per square foot Kapelle Model at Encore Townhomes in the in the Westminister neighborhood starting from $1,900. The second greatest value Downtown Sterling Heights apartment is the Two Bedroom Two Bath Model at Aspen Pointe Independent Senior Living starting at $1,600 with a $1.39 price per square foot in the Clinton Township neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Sterling Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Encore Townhomes | Kapelle | 2BR,2BA | $1.43 |
| Aspen Pointe Independent Senior Living | Two Bedroom Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.39 |
| Maple Grove Apartments | Canopy | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Ava Sterling Apartments | The Classic Haven | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Clinton Place Apartments | 2 B/1 B Lower | 2BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| Utica Manor | Utica Manor | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Maple Creek Apartments | Meadow | 1BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| Park On Canal Apartments - Clinton Twp, MI | The Gondola | 1BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| Kings Arms | 10A - 1 Br. Astor | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| Sterling Knolls | The Briarmeade Upgrade | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Sterling Heights?
There are currently 94 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Sterling Heights, MI with pricing that ranges from $795 to $2,825. There are also 37 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Sterling Heights ranging from $1,150 to $9,999.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Sterling Heights?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Sterling Heights ranges from $1,150 to $9,999 with an average monthly rent of $2,216.
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