
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Sterling, MA (45 Rentals)


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Arbella at Bramble Hill

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Audubon Plantation Ridge

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Alta Nashoba Valley

Residences at Solomon Pond

Sutton Estates

Liberty Place Apartments

Meadowbrook Village
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The Retreat at Marlborough

The Fairways

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The Rockwell

Moran Square

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Jefferson Mills

Highlands at Hudson

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Halstead Holden

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The Falls at 124 Water

The Kiln

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Leominster Gardens

Heritage Gardens

Stratton Hill Park Apartments

40 & 50 Great Brook Valley Ave

843 Main St

Jack's Mill on Main
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Yarn Works

Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ Community

Riverside Commons

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Ledgewood Court Apartments

James Corner

740 Central St

740 Central St

18 Williamsburg Ct

Liam's Crossing
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Central Village South

7 Marshall St

77 Sterling Pl

Silver Leaf Terrace

21 Waverly St

Brooks Pond

North Village Lofts

Stone Gate

52-54 Johnson St
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Sterling?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sterling Studio Apartments | $1,625 | $1,125 | $2,500 |
| Sterling 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,347 | $1,300 | $5,880 |
| Sterling 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,846 | $1,494 | $7,278 |
| Sterling 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,280 | $1,800 | $4,170 |
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Largest Available Sterling and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Sterling, MA is found at Arbella at Bramble Hill in the West Tatnuck neighborhood and is 937 square feet priced from $3,105. Alta Nashoba Valley in the Regency at Bolton neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 890 square feet and currently listed start at $2,825. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Sterling:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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| Arbella at Bramble Hill | Beverly | 937 Sq Ft | $3,105 |
| Alta Nashoba Valley | A5D | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | Den | 890 Sq Ft | $2,825 |
| The Retreat at Marlborough | One Bedroom One Bath (874 SF) | 874 Sq Ft | $2,370 |
| James Corner | The Birch | 869 Sq Ft | $1,950 |
| Audubon Plantation Ridge | Magnolia | 819 Sq Ft | $2,269 |
| The Falls at 124 Water | 1 Bed | 765 Sq Ft | $1,995 |
| Highlands at Hudson | A2 | 760 Sq Ft | $2,218 |
| Jack's Mill on Main | The Cozy Heaven | 703 Sq Ft | $1,950 |
| Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ Community | 1 Bedroom Affordable/Income Restriction | 670 Sq Ft | $1,262 |
| Liberty Place Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 650 Sq Ft | $1,590 |
Cheapest Available Sterling and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of April 29, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Sterling, MA is the 1 Bedroom Affordable/Income Restriction Model starting from $1,262 at Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ Community in the West Fitchburg neighborhood. The second most affordable Sterling 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom - Income Restricted Model at 40 & 50 Great Brook Valley Ave starting at $1,446 in the Greendale neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Sterling is currently $2,347. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Sterling:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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| Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ Community | 1 Bedroom Affordable/Income Restriction | $1,262 |
| 40 & 50 Great Brook Valley Ave | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom - Income Restricted | $1,446 |
| Liberty Place Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath | $1,590 |
| Ledgewood Court Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | $1,700 |
| Stratton Hill Park Apartments | 1 Bedroom | $1,725 |
| James Corner | The Maple | $1,850 |
| Jack's Mill on Main | The Cozy Heaven | $1,950 |
| The Falls at 124 Water | 1 Bed | $1,995 |
| 843 Main St | Luxury 1 Bedroom | $2,000 |
| Audubon Plantation Ridge | Oak | $2,064 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Sterling Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Sterling with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Sterling is at Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ Community listed at $1,262.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Sterling Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Sterling is $2,347.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Sterling Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Sterling is a 937 square feet unit starting from $3,105 at Arbella at Bramble Hill.
What is the average size for Sterling 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Sterling is currently 697 sq ft.
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