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Raven Lane Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Raven Lane Apartments

4495 Raven LnBay City, MI 48706
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704 N Grant St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

704 N Grant St

704 N Grant StBay City, MI 48708
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Webb Drive Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Webb Drive Apartments

715-717 Webb DrBay City, MI 48706
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Sterling, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Sterling Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Sterling, MI is a Studio unit found at Rest All Suites priced from $600. Lux off Washington in the Downtown Bay City neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $699. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Sterling apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Rest All SuitesStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$600
Lux off WashingtonADA Accessible Studio Apartment HomeStudio,1BA$699
Pine Grove Apartments1 Bd1BR,1BA$700
Bay Valley Harbor ApartmentsStudio BedsitterStudio,1BA$725
Garfield Manor1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$764
Village Square Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$810
Woodland Place ApartmentsTimberland One Bedroom1BR,1BA$812
55+ Country Meadows1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$850
Horizon Court Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$850
Auburn Meadows Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1,250

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sterling, MI and Nearby

As of July 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Sterling area is the $1.50 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at BiBi's Paradise Villas in the starting from $2,200. The second greatest value Sterling apartment is the One Bedroom One Bathroom Model at Brooks Apartments starting at $1,287 with a $1.60 price per square foot in the Downtown Midland MI neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Sterling apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
BiBi's Paradise Villas2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.50
Brooks ApartmentsOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.60
Auburn Meadows Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.67
55+ Country Meadows1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.21
Village Square Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.16
Pine Grove Apartments1 Bd1BR,1BA$1.04
Horizon Court Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.31
Woodland Place ApartmentsTimberland One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.35
Garfield Manor1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.41
Rest All SuitesStudio, 1 bathStudio ,1BA$1.67

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Getting Around Sterling, MI

Walk Score®

13 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

27 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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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 Rest All Suites listed at $600.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Sterling Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Sterling Apartment is $700 at Pine Grove 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 $850 at Horizon Court Apartments.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

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If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.