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Sterling Heights, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Sterling Heights Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Sterling Heights, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Lakeside Apartments in the Sterling-Heights neighborhood priced from $825. The Block at Sterling Heights in the North Warren neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $825. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Sterling Heights apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Lakeside ApartmentsOne Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$825
The Block at Sterling HeightsStudioStudio,1BA$825
Silverstone Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$871
Sterling KnollsThe Briarmeade1BR,1BA$880
Woodside Manor ApartmentsStandard 1 Bed | 1 Bath1BR,1BA$895
Maple Grove ApartmentsWoodland1BR,1BA$900
Garfield Plaza Apartments1 bedroom1BR,1BA$900
Prime Madison Heights Luxury Townhomes and large 1 Bed Apartments1/1 Standard1BR,1BA$925
Lexington VillageRevere1BR,1BA$930
President Madison ApartmentsPrinceton1BR,1BA$933

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sterling Heights, MI

As of March 16, 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 Canopy Model at Maple Grove Apartments starting at $1,234 with a $1.23 price per square foot in the North Warren neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Sterling Heights apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Garland ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,2.5BA$1.21
Maple Grove ApartmentsCanopy2BR,1BA$1.23
Garfield CommonsTwo Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$1.21
Spring Hill1 Bed | 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.03
Balmoral Arms ApartmentsUpgraded 2 Bed | 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.15
Woodside Manor ApartmentsUpgraded 2 Bed | 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.21
Utica ManorUtica Manor2BR,1BA$1.19
Lakeside ApartmentsOne Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$1.01
Kings Pointe Apartments - Warren, MI1 Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$1.27
Sterling KnollsThe Briarmeade1BR,1BA$1.26

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Sterling Heights, MI
Population: 132,964

Ranked #210

in US Census Population by City

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Sterling Heights, MI

Ranked #10

Among cities in Michigan for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Sterling Heights

What type of rentals are currently available in Sterling Heights?

There are currently 219 Apartments for Rent in Sterling Heights, MI with pricing that ranges from $785 to $13,896. There are also 97 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Sterling Heights ranging from $900 to $3,800.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Sterling Heights ranges from $900 to $3,800 with an average monthly rent of $1,920.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Sterling Heights?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Sterling Heights range from $1,360 to $2,899, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,499 to $3,400. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $10,000.

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