
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Sterling, NY from $500 (35 Rentals)
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Candlewood Gardens

Willow Stream Apartments South

Drumlin Heights
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Stevedore Lofts
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Breckenridge Apartments

170 W 8th St

107 W Schuyler St

141 W Cayuga St

8 Babcock St

6 Lathrop St

7093 NY-104
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436 Harris Hill Rd

7060 NY-104

7095 NY-104

7040 NY-104

173 W 8th St

136 W Cayuga St

219 W 1st St

152 W 7th St
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23 NW 9th St

103 W 8th St

44 W Bridge St

9 Lathrop St

24 Shady Ln
Sterling, NY 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 | $780 | $584 | $1,015 |
Sterling 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,356 | $788 | $2,664 |
Sterling 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,825 | $925 | $4,477 |
Sterling 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,949 | $1,169 | $3,000 |
Sterling 4 Bedroom Apartments | $930 | $550 | $2,400 |
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Cheapest Available Sterling Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Sterling, NY is a 4 Beds unit found at 60 W Bridge St priced from $550. 828 Holly Gardens 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 |
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60 W Bridge St | 4B 1BA | 4BR,1BA | $550 |
828 Holly Gardens | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
Fultonview Manor | Townhome 2BD | 2BR,1BA | $1,095 |
157 W 3rd St | 1B 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
129 W Fourth St | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
Willow Stream Apartments South | Upper One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,130 |
Meadowbrook Estates | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,145 |
Candlewood Gardens | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Small | 2BR,1BA | $1,190 |
Breckenridge Apartments | Loft | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
4618 Hall Rd | 1B 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sterling, NY and Nearby
As of July 25, 2025 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 3 Bedroom Model at Eagles Pointe Townhomes starting at $1,839 with a $1.02 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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173 W 5th St | 175 | 3BR,2BA | $0.32 |
Eagles Pointe Townhomes | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.02 |
166 W 4th St | rear | 3BR,1BA | $0.42 |
Center Pointe at Radisson | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.39 |
Silverwood at the Radisson | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.27 |
60 W Bridge St | 4B 1BA | 4BR,1BA | $0.50 |
2 Cedarwood | Small Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.29 |
Lakeside Commons | Spruce | 2BR,2BA | $0.99 |
Willow Stream Apartments North | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath- Model 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
Willow Stream Apartments South | Upper One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
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Getting Around Sterling, NY
Walk Score®
11 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
20 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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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 828 Holly Gardens.
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 $1,095 at Fultonview Manor.
What is the most affordable Sterling Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Sterling Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Fultonview Manor and starts from $1,295.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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