
Homes for Rent in Sterling, IL Under $1,500 (37 Rentals)


611 W 15th St

509 7th Ave

1501 W 4th St

201 5th Ave, Unit 4

1501 W 4th St

1027 S Chicago Ave

1254 S Chicago Ave

13313 W Montague Rd
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833 W Empire St

1905 14th Ave

808 3rd St

207 2nd Ave

1302 S Rotzler Ave

104 E Fulton St

102 E Fulton St

602 E Empire St

301 N 1st St
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302 N Broad St

441 E Marion St, Unit 2E

437 E Marion St, Unit 2E

511 Main Ave

916 E Garden St

834 N 4th St

2025 S Bluff Blvd

419 5th Ave N

9 N Randolph St
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2519 N 3rd St

513 Wellmoor St

112 30th Ave N

1016 N Maple St

2916 Roosevelt St

522 N 4th St

2100 Pershing Blvd

102 E Market St

416 7th Ave S
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535 7th Ave S
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Sterling?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sterling 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,029 | $650 | $1,400 |
| Sterling 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,309 | $528 | $1,750 |
| Sterling 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,625 | $1,625 | $1,625 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Sterling?
There are currently 79 Apartments for Rent in Sterling, IL with pricing that ranges from $591 to $3,750. There are also 42 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Sterling ranging from $528 to $1,750.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Sterling?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Sterling ranges from $528 to $1,750 with an average monthly rent of $1,212.
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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It
Written by: Robin Stewart
Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention
Written by: Robin Stewart
There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide
Written by: Robin Stewart
Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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.