22985 Whitehall Ter, Unit UL 2
22985 Whitehall Ter
SterlingVA20166
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244 Greenfield Ct, Unit LL
244 Greenfield Ct
SterlingVA20164
312 Samantha Dr
SterlingVA20164
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21082 Gladstone Dr
SterlingVA20164
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Cascade Village
46565 Leesburg PikeSterling, VA 20164
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SterlingVA20165
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Kings Reserve Sterling 55+ Active Adult Apartments
22355 Providence Village DrSterling, VA 20164
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21940 Muirfield CirSterling, VA 20164
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21197 McFadden Square
SterlingVA20165
1063 Nicklaus Ct, Unit North Bedroom
1063 Nicklaus Ct
HerndonVA20170
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Makers Rise
2311 Dulles Station BlvdHerndon, VA 20171
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Parkridge Gardens
560 Florida AveHerndon, VA 20170
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703 Dranesville Rd
HerndonVA20170
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Sterling, VA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Sterling?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Sterling Studio Apartments | $2,243 | $1,738 | $3,558 |
| Cheap Sterling 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,693 | $1,743 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Sterling 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,172 | $2,085 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Sterling 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,638 | $2,482 | $6,934 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Sterling, VA
Pricing Updated: 06/29/2025Current apartment rentals in the Sterling, VA area range in price from $1,400 to $15,585 with an overall median price of $3,413. The three Sterling neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Potomac Lakes at $1,722, Richland Forest at $1,722, and Oakbrook Commerce Center at $1,722. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Sterling Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Potomac Lakes | $2,945 | $1,722 | 7 |
| Richland Forest | $2,955 | $1,722 | 30 |
| Oakbrook Commerce Center | $3,170 | $1,722 | 35 |
| Grovewood | $3,179 | $1,830 | 95 |
| Outer Reston Herndon Corridor | $3,371 | $1,400 | 216 |
| Countryside | $3,403 | $1,722 | 23 |
| Countryside Potomac Falls | $3,403 | $1,722 | 21 |
| Dulles Town Center | $3,403 | $1,722 | 42 |
| Potomac Falls | $3,403 | $1,722 | 22 |
| Staverton West | $3,498 | $1,722 | 72 |
Cheapest Available Sterling Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Sterling, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Cascade Village in the Sterling Park neighborhood priced from $1,743. Berkdale Apartments in the Sterling Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,799. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Sterling apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cascade Village | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,743 |
| Berkdale Apartments | A1 Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,799 |
| Kings Reserve Sterling 55+ Active Adult Apartments | A-1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,848 |
| Muirfield Woods Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
| Village at Potomac Falls Apartment Homes | One Bedroom-555 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1,915 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sterling, VA
As of June 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Sterling area is the $2.00 price per square foot 605 Center St Model at 605 Center St, Unit #104 in the in the Coppermine Crossing neighborhood starting from $2,800. The second greatest value Sterling apartment is the Caroline Diamond Model at Townes at Herndon starting at $3,134 with a $2.43 price per square foot in the Coppermine Crossing 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 605 Center St, Unit #104 | 605 Center St | 3BR,2BA | $2.00 |
| Townes at Herndon | Caroline Diamond | 2BR,2BA | $2.43 |
| ICON at Dulles | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath 1199 SF C6 | 2BR,2BA | $2.36 |
| Dulles Greene | Dorchester | 2BR,2BA | $2.48 |
| Cascades Overlook | A1D | 1BR,1BA | $2.44 |
| Westerly at Worldgate | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.68 |
| Cascade Village | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.32 |
| The Mark at Dulles Station Apartments | Monte Carlo | 1BR,1BA | $2.85 |
| Commons at Potomac Square | Arlington | 1BR,1BA | $2.77 |
| Muirfield Woods Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.75 |
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Walk Score®
39 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
38 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
1 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Sterling Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Sterling?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Sterling is under $2,115.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Sterling?
The cheapest apartment in Sterling is Cascade Village which is listed at $1,743, while the average apartment in Sterling costs $3,413.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Sterling?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 42 regular apartments in Sterling that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Sterling?
Cheap apartments in Sterling have an average cost of $243 which is $3,170 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Sterling.
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