
3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Sterling, IL (47 Rentals)


Country Lane Apartments of Sterling

Sterling Townhomes

Townhomes at Tanglefoot Crossing

The LUX off Archer

Authentix Bettendorf

The Groves on Devils Glen

Valley Bluff Townhomes

The Landing of Clinton

Riverside Apartments and Townhomes
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Rock River Townhomes

Forest Grove Crossing

Links at Pebble Creek

Deer Valley Apartments

Highland Pointe

Crowne Forest

Springs at Bettendorf Apartments

Dixon River Apartments

MEADOWS OF LUKE RIDGE
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Old Orchard Estates

Winmar Townhomes

Greenfield

527 E Center St

618 W Clark St

1233 2nd Ave S

834 N 4th St

104 W Bennett St

404 N Nursery Ave

608 E Empire St
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313 E 3rd St

804 S 4th St

517 12th Ave

419 N Lemon Ave

511 S 2nd St

5894 Butterfield Ct

5888 Butterfield Ct

813 WILLIAMS Way

706 Foret Mansur

Crowne Hill Estates
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Tallgrass Townhomes

The Grove Apartments

Kiwanis Manor Apartments

Coloma Homes

Westridge Apartments

2088 W Galena Ave

Crow Creek Apartments
Sterling, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Sterling?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sterling Studio Apartments | $1,083 | $525 | $1,486 |
| Sterling 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,151 | $600 | $1,742 |
| Sterling 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,292 | $591 | $2,025 |
| Sterling 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,723 | $910 | $3,000 |
| Sterling 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,613 | $2,025 | $3,500 |
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Largest Available Sterling and Nearby 3 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Sterling, IL is found at Links at Pebble Creek in the Outer Davenport Bettendorf neighborhood and is 1,700 square feet priced from $2,600. Highland Pointe in the Alcoa District neighborhood has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,600 square feet and currently listed start at $2,245. Here is today’s list of the largest available 3 Bedroom units in Sterling:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Links at Pebble Creek | 3 Bedroom Home | 1,700 Sq Ft | $2,600 |
| Highland Pointe | 3 Bed/2.5 Bath Townhome | 1,600 Sq Ft | $2,245 |
| Valley Bluff Townhomes | 2 Story 3 Bed with 2 Car Attached Garage | 1,570 Sq Ft | $1,585 |
| The Groves on Devils Glen | 3 BD/3 BA | 1,522 Sq Ft | $2,025 |
| Forest Grove Crossing | Upper | 1,500 Sq Ft | $1,995 |
| Townhomes at Tanglefoot Crossing | Three Bedroom Townhome With 2 Car | 1,500 Sq Ft | $2,095 |
| Springs at Bettendorf Apartments | 3 BR Grand Balcony | 1,367 Sq Ft | $1,745 |
| Authentix Bettendorf | 3-2 BR Premier Retreat Overloo | 1,350 Sq Ft | $1,922 |
| Pine View | 3 Bedroom 1.5 Bath w/Balcony | 1,200 Sq Ft | $969 |
| MEADOWS OF LUKE RIDGE | 3 BED 1 BATH | 1,123 Sq Ft | $757 |
Cheapest Available Sterling and Nearby 3 Bedroom Apartments
As of January 08, 2026 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Sterling, IL is the 3 BED 1 BATH Model starting from $757 at MEADOWS OF LUKE RIDGE . The second most affordable Sterling 3 Bedroom is the 3BD/3BA Model at Dixon River Apartments starting at $910 . The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in Sterling is currently $1,723. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in Sterling:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| MEADOWS OF LUKE RIDGE | 3 BED 1 BATH | $757 |
| Dixon River Apartments | 3BD/3BA | $910 |
| Pine View | 3 Bedroom 1.5 Bath w/Balcony | $969 |
| Riverside Apartments and Townhomes | Three Bed, One Bath | $1,005 |
| The LUX off Archer | Sleek 3 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Townhome | $1,499 |
| Valley Bluff Townhomes | 2 Story 3 Bed with 2 Car Attached Garage | $1,585 |
| Springs at Bettendorf Apartments | 3 BR Grand Balcony | $1,745 |
| Authentix Bettendorf | 3-2 BR Premier Horizon Summit | $1,882 |
| Forest Grove Crossing | Upper | $1,995 |
| The Groves on Devils Glen | 3 BD/3 BA | $2,025 |
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Best Local Schools in Sterling, IL
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Frequently Asked Questions about 3 Bedroom Sterling Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Sterling with 3 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 3 Bedroom in Sterling is at MEADOWS OF LUKE RIDGE listed at $757.
How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom Sterling Apartment?
The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in Sterling is $1,723.
What is the largest available 3 Bedroom Sterling Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Sterling is a 1,700 square feet unit starting from $2,600 at Links at Pebble Creek.
What is the average size for Sterling 3 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in Sterling is currently 1,304 sq ft.
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