
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Sterling, KS from $400 (26 Rentals)
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Skyview Apartments

Valley View Apartments

Maple Ridge Apartments

Cimarron Apartments

Raintree Apartments
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YORKTOWN ESTATES

Westlink Village

Windham Court

Heritage West

526 E 3rd Ave

Plaza Towers
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17th Place Apartments

406 N Bismark Ave

310 W 6th Ave

Garden Grove Apartments

1410 Forrest St

1501 Prairie St
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722 W 8th Ave

702 E Ave A

508 W 10th Ave

2611 27th St

711 E 6th Ave

110 E 6th Ave
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Prairie Village

105 N Star St
Sterling, KS Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Sterling?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sterling Studio Apartments | $625 | $625 | $625 |
| Sterling 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,015 | $625 | $1,519 |
| Sterling 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,250 | $620 | $2,567 |
| Sterling 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,439 | $929 | $2,127 |
| Sterling 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,302 | $1,302 | $1,302 |
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Cheapest Available Sterling Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Sterling, KS is a 1 Bed unit found at Skyview Apartments priced from $625. PORTER COMMONS has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $703. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Sterling apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skyview Apartments | 1b 1b | 1BR,1BA | $625 |
| PORTER COMMONS | Three Bedroom Two Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $703 |
| Cimarron Apartments | 1/1.00 ( PR ) | 1BR,1BA | $738 |
| Raintree Apartments | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $739 |
| YORKTOWN ESTATES | Open living space + spacious master *WAITLIST* | 1BR,1BA | $745 |
| Flamingo Flats | 2 bed / 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $845 |
| Westwood Flats Apartment Homes | 2X1U | 2BR,1BA | $875 |
| Windham Court | 1 Bed 1 Bath, Plan I, Premier | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Crown Chase | 1 BED 1 BATH (View Optional) | 1BR,1BA | $914 |
| South Park Apartments | 1 BED 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $920 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sterling, KS and Nearby
As of May 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the Sterling area is the $1.07 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Maple Ridge Apartments in the in the West Wichita neighborhood starting from $1,200. The second greatest value Sterling apartment is the Three Bedroom Two Bathroom Model at PORTER COMMONS starting at $703 with a $0.67 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Sterling apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maple Ridge Apartments | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.07 |
| PORTER COMMONS | Three Bedroom Two Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $0.67 |
| Fieldstone Apartments | 2B-2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.18 |
| Westborough Arms Apartments and Townhomes | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.98 |
| The Reserves at Prairie Glen | Two Bedroom Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.07 |
| Westwood Flats Apartment Homes | Renovated 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| Berkshire Apartments and Townhomes | Savannah | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Westlink Village | 2 bedroom 1.5 bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.09 |
| YORKTOWN ESTATES | Open living space + spacious master *WAITLIST* | 1BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Cimarron Apartments | 1/1.00 | 1BR,1BA | $1.14 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Sterling Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Sterling Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Sterling Apartment is $625 at Skyview Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Sterling Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Sterling is starting from $699 at Skyview Apartments.
What is the most affordable Sterling Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Sterling Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at PORTER COMMONS and starts from $703.
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