
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Sterling, MA from $900 (15 Rentals)
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Sterling, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Sterling?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Sterling Studio Apartments | $1,616 | $1,075 | $2,524 |
Sterling 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,380 | $1,262 | $6,512 |
Sterling 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,003 | $1,445 | $6,748 |
Sterling 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,151 | $2,175 | $4,638 |
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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 The Fitchburg Arts Community in the West Fitchburg neighborhood priced from $1,261. Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ Community in the West Fitchburg neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,486. 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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The Fitchburg Arts Community | Workforce One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,261 |
Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ Community | Affordable | 2BR,1BA | $1,486 |
Ledgewood Court Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
Meadowbrook Village | 1 Bed / 1 Bath - Garden Style | 1BR,1BA | $1,725 |
Brookside Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sterling, MA and Nearby
As of July 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Sterling area is the $1.76 price per square foot The Bayberry Model at Birchwood Hills in the in the Outer Greater Merrimack Valley neighborhood starting from $2,795. The second greatest value Sterling apartment is the 3 Bed / 2 Bath Model at Jefferson Mills starting at $3,200 with a $2.41 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 Bayberry | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.76 |
Jefferson Mills | 3 Bed / 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $2.41 |
Yarn Works | Two Bedroom Two Bath w/ Den | 2BR,2BA | $1.95 |
Northgate Meadows | 2 Bed B | 2BR,2BA | $1.67 |
Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ Community | Affordable | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
The Fitchburg Arts Community | Workforce One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
Brookside Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.84 |
Stratton Hill Park Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.98 |
Town and Country Apartments | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.02 |
Ledgewood Court Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.20 |
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Getting Around Sterling, MA
Walk Score®
17 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
16 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
1 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 $1,750.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Sterling Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Sterling Apartment is $1,261 at The Fitchburg Arts 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 $1,486 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 $2,175.
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