
Cheap Homes for Rent in Sterling, MA from $1,300 (11 Rentals)
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6 Blossom St

11 Blossom St

39 C Fox Meadow Rd
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106 Walnut St

73 Manchester St

104 Green Rd
Sterling, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Sterling?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Sterling 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,167 | $1,725 | $3,295 |
Sterling 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,419 | $2,025 | $5,000 |
Sterling 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,700 | $2,600 | $2,800 |
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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 |
Towne Lyne Village | 1x1 750 | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
Meadowbrook Village | 1 Bed / 1 Bath - Garden Style | 1BR,1BA | $1,725 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sterling, MA and Nearby
As of August 04, 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 Two Bedroom Two Bath w/ Den Model at Yarn Works starting at $2,575 with a $1.95 price per square foot in the West Fitchburg neighborhood. 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 |
Yarn Works | Two Bedroom Two Bath w/ Den | 2BR,2BA | $1.95 |
21 Maple St, Unit 2nd Floor | 21 Maple St | 3BR,1BA | $2.08 |
Northgate Meadows | 2 Bed B | 2BR,2BA | $1.67 |
Town and Country Apartments | Two Bedrooms, One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.06 |
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 |
Ledgewood Court Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.20 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sterling
What type of rentals are currently available in Sterling?
There are currently 48 Apartments for Rent in Sterling, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,075 to $7,048. There are also 33 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Sterling ranging from $1,350 to $5,000.
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 $1,350 to $5,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,297.
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