
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Sterling, MA from $900 (25 Rentals)
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Heritage Gardens

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Presidential Park Apartments

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Leominster Gardens

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Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ Community

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Moran Square
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Riverside Commons

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40 & 50 Great Brook Valley Ave

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The Fitchburg Arts Community

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Stratton Hill Park Apartments

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Liberty Place Apartments

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Greenhill Park Apartments
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197 S Main St

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Towne Lyne Village

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Ledgewood Court Apartments

66 Main St

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Meadowbrook Village

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135 Sterling St

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52-54 Johnson St

Brooks Pond
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Sterling, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Sterling?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sterling Studio Apartments | $1,673 | $1,125 | $2,500 |
| Sterling 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,390 | $1,278 | $4,759 |
| Sterling 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,882 | $1,494 | $5,734 |
| Sterling 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,225 | $1,800 | $4,170 |
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Cheapest Available Sterling Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Sterling, MA is a 1 Bed unit found at Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ Community in the West Fitchburg neighborhood priced from $1,262. Moran Square in the West Fitchburg neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,278. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Sterling apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ Community | 1 Bedroom Affordable/Income Restriction | 1BR,1BA | $1,262 |
| Moran Square | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,278 |
| 40 & 50 Great Brook Valley Ave | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom - Income Restricted | 1BR,1BA | $1,446 |
| Liberty Place Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,590 |
| Ledgewood Court Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sterling, MA and Nearby
As of March 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Sterling area is the $1.98 price per square foot The Chestnut - 2BR with Loft Model at Birchwood Hills in the in the Outer Greater Merrimack Valley neighborhood starting from $3,140. The second greatest value Sterling apartment is the 77 Greeley St Model at 77 Greeley St, Unit 1 starting at $2,000 with a $1.67 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. |
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| Birchwood Hills | The Chestnut - 2BR with Loft | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.98 |
| 77 Greeley St, Unit 1 | 77 Greeley St | 2BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| Arrive Lunenburg | Chesapeake | 2BR,2BA | $2.33 |
| Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ Community | 2 Bedroom Affordable | 2BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Liberty Place Apartments | 2 Bed/ 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.91 |
| Greenhill Park Apartments | First Month Free - 2 bed 1 bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $2.12 |
| Town and Country Apartments | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.02 |
| Moran Square | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| Ledgewood Court Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.27 |
| Stratton Hill Park Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.40 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Sterling Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Sterling?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Sterling is at Residences at Solomon Pond listed at $1,950.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Sterling Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Sterling Apartment is $1,262 at Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ Community.
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 $1,450 at Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ Community.
What is the most affordable Sterling Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Sterling Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Meadowbrook Village and starts from $2,225.
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