Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in Sterling, IL (56 Rentals)

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Apartments for rent in Sterling that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!

Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Finding a pet-friendly apartment is with ease. Learn how to navigate the rental process as a pet owner and build trust with your landlord from day one.

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4210-4212 7th St
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4210-4212 7th St

4210-4212 7th StRockford, IL 61109
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4003 9th St
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4003 9th St

4003 9th StRockford, IL 61109
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Rock Falls Apartments
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Rock Falls Apartments

1608 E Rock Falls RdRock Falls, IL 61071
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Coloma Homes
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Coloma Homes

401 W 18th StRock Falls, IL 61071
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Highland Meadows
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Highland Meadows

101 Circle DrLanark, IL 61046
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Sterling, IL Local Guide

Pet Friendliest Sterling Apartments for Rent

The Sterling Apartment community with the highest ApartmentHomeLiving.com Lifestyle Score for Pet Friendliness is Pleasant Valley Townhomes in the Outer Davenport Bettendorf neighborhood with a Pet Friendliness rating of 4 of 4. Springs at Bettendorf Apartments in the Outer Davenport Bettendorf neighborhood ranks second in Pet Friendliness with a score of 3.8 of 4. Here is today’s list of the most Pet Friendly Sterling apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingPet RatingNeighborhoodPriced From
Pleasant Valley Townhomes4/4Outer Davenport Bettendorf$2,125
Springs at Bettendorf Apartments3.8/4Outer Davenport Bettendorf$966
The Villas at Devils Glen3.8/4Outer Davenport Bettendorf$775
The Groves on Devils Glen3.2/4Outer Davenport Bettendorf$1,195
Forest Grove Crossing3.2/4Outer Davenport Bettendorf$1,795
Authentix Bettendorf3/4Outer Davenport Bettendorf$1,196

Cheapest Pet Friendly Apartment Rentals in Sterling , IL and nearby

The lowest priced Sterling apartment at a property that allows pets is the Studio Studio Model at Washington Senior Apartments starting from $750. The second cheapest Sterling Pet Friendly apartment is the 2 bed 1 bath Model at The Avenues At East Moline, which is a 2 Beds starting at $820 in the Walton Hills neighborhood. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly Sterling apartments.

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Washington Senior ApartmentsStudio$750
The Avenues At East Moline2 bed 1 bath$820
Springs at Bettendorf ApartmentsStudio Grand Overlook$966
Valley Bluff TownhomesOne Bedroom with Large Great Room$995
The Groves on Devils Glen1 BD/1 BA$1,195
Authentix Bettendorf1 BR Premier Horizon Summit$1,196
The Landing of Clinton2 Bedroom 1 Bath$1,208
Bend ApartmentsLuxury 1Br Overlooking Mississippi River$1,299
Forest Grove CrossingUpper$1,995
Pleasant Valley Townhomes2 Bed 2.5 Bath Furnished W/ 2 Car Garage$3,250

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Avoid financial stress when renting. Learn about the 10 most common hidden costs—from pet fees to utilities—you must budget for before you sign a lease.

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Pet Friendly Sterling Apartments

What is the Cheapest Pet Friendly apartment in Sterling?

Currently the most affordable Pet Friendly Apartment in Sterling is at Rock River Townhomes listed at $591.

How much is the average rent for a Pet Friendly Sterling Apartment?

The average rent for a Pet Friendly Apartment in Sterling is $1,703.

What is the largest Pet Friendly Sterling Apartment for rent?

Today's Pet Friendly apartment with the most square footage in Sterling is a 3,200 square feet unit starting from $2,900 at Links at Pebble Creek.

What is the average size for Sterling Pet Friendly Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Pet Friendly rental in Sterling is currently at 972 sq ft.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

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For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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