45240 Keding St, Unit Unit# 301
45240 Keding St
UticaMI48317
Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Sterling Heights Neighborhood of Sterling Heights, MI from $1,000 (17 Rentals)
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45835 Brownell St
UticaMI48317
45250 Keding St, Unit 45250 Keding #203
45250 Keding St
UticaMI48317
16151 Notre Dame St
Clinton TownshipMI48038
38029 Versailles St
Clinton TownshipMI48038
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34632 Mercer Ln
FraserMI48026
15834 N Franklin Dr
Clinton TownshipMI48038
16142 Normandy St
Clinton TownshipMI48038
38013 Chilver Ave
Clinton TownshipMI48038
15835 Marentette Dr
Clinton TownshipMI48038
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38044 Johannes Dr
Clinton TownshipMI48038
38055 Leverette Ave
Clinton TownshipMI48038
15868 Marentette Dr
Clinton TownshipMI48038
16016 Villaire Ave
Clinton TownshipMI48038
45883 Cass Ave
UticaMI48317
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FraserMI48026
35129 Terrybrook Dr
Sterling HeightsMI48312
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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 | $1,550 | $1,250 | $2,100 |
| Downtown Sterling Heights 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,462 | $1,750 | $4,200 |
| Downtown Sterling Heights 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,866 | $2,800 | $3,000 |
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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 1 Bed unit found at Lakeside Apartments priced from $825. The Block at Sterling Heights has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $840. Here are the most affordable Downtown Sterling Heights apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeside Apartments | One Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| The Block at Sterling Heights | Studio | Studio,1BA | $840 |
| Ashgrove | One Bed One Bath Standard | 1BR,1BA | $930 |
| Utica Town | 1B/1B | 1BR,1BA | $945 |
| Park On Canal Apartments - Clinton Twp, MI | The Gondola | 1BR,1BA | $972 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Sterling Heights, MI
As of June 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Sterling Heights area is the $1.14 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath Single Section Model at Rivers Edge in the in the Elmhurst neighborhood starting from $1,309. The second greatest value Downtown Sterling Heights apartment is the Two Bedroom Two Bath Model at Aspen Pointe Independent Senior Living starting at $1,550 with a $1.35 price per square foot in the Venetian Village 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rivers Edge | 2 Bed 2 Bath Single Section | 2BR,2BA | $1.14 |
| Aspen Pointe Independent Senior Living | Two Bedroom Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.35 |
| Balmoral Arms Apartments | 2 Bed | 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Maple Grove Apartments | Canopy | 2BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Maple Creek Apartments | Vineyard | 2BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Spring Hill | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.02 |
| Utica Manor | Utica Manor | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Lakeside Village Apartments | 1G | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Lakeside Apartments | One Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.01 |
| Sterling Knolls | The Columbia | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Sterling Heights?
There are currently 93 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Sterling Heights, MI with pricing that ranges from $785 to $3,441. There are also 49 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Sterling Heights ranging from $1,050 to $9,999.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Sterling Heights ranges from $1,050 to $9,999 with an average monthly rent of $3,621.
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