
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Sterling, NY from $600 (37 Rentals)
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Cedarwood Crossings

4618 Hall Rd

99 1/2 Ellen St

16 Kimberly Ln

Candlewood Gardens

Fultonview Manor

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828 Holly Gardens

Parc Vue Living
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Drumlin Heights

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Meadowbrook Estates

Willow Stream Apartments South

2 Cedarwood

157 W 3rd St

188 W 2nd St

Grenadier Village Apartments
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Village Green

Willow Stream Apartments North

Center Pointe at Radisson

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Eagles Pointe Townhomes

148 W Schuyler St
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7096 NY-104

129 W Fourth St

20 Airport Rd

15 Oswego St

355 Village Blvd N

148 W Cayuga St

327 Village Blvd N

Silverwood at the Radisson

412 County Rte 10
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7060 NY-104
Sterling, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Sterling?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sterling Studio Apartments | $837 | $628 | $945 |
| Sterling 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,406 | $847 | $2,400 |
| Sterling 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,762 | $994 | $4,500 |
| Sterling 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,253 | $1,256 | $2,800 |
| Sterling 4 Bedroom Apartments | $678 | $650 | $709 |
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Cheapest Available Sterling Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Sterling, NY is a Studio unit found at 4618 Hall Rd priced from $945. 99 1/2 Ellen St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $995. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Sterling apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4618 Hall Rd | Studio | Studio,1BA | $945 |
| 99 1/2 Ellen St | 99 1/2 | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| 16 Kimberly Ln | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| 828 Holly Gardens | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| Breckenridge Apartments | Loft | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| Longbranch Park Apartments | 1 Bedroom Lower Level | 1BR,1BA | $1,165 |
| Meadowbrook Estates | 1 Bed 1 Bath Ground Floor | 1BR,1BA | $1,170 |
| Cedarwood Crossings | Red Coach - 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,175 |
| 188 W 2nd St | 1B 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| 157 W 3rd St | 1B 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sterling, NY and Nearby
As of April 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Sterling area is the $0.32 price per square foot 175 Model at 173 W 5th St in the starting from $600. The second greatest value Sterling apartment is the rear Model at 166 W 4th St starting at $550 with a $0.42 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 173 W 5th St | 175 | 3BR,2BA | $0.32 |
| 166 W 4th St | rear | 3BR,1BA | $0.42 |
| Center Pointe at Radisson | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.54 |
| Fobes Island Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Aspen Springs Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.43 |
| Village Green | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.44 |
| Lakeside Commons | Spruce | 2BR,2BA | $1.07 |
| Willow Stream Apartments North | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath- Model 2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| 16 Kimberly Ln | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| 828 Holly Gardens | 2 Bedroom Balcony | 2BR,1BA | $1.69 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Sterling Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Sterling Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Sterling Apartment is $995 at 16 Kimberly Ln.
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 $1,175 at Cedarwood Crossings.
What is the most affordable Sterling Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Sterling Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Meadowbrook Estates and starts from $1,450.
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