Cheap Homes for Rent in Sterling, VA from $900 (10 Rentals)

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property at 24602 Durindal Terrace

$950

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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24602 Durindal Terrace, Unit Upper Level Room 1

24602 Durindal Terrace
SterlingVA20166
property at 45620 Iron Horse Terrace

$1,200

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$1,200

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$1,200

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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property at 1017 Brixton Ct

$1,200

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$1,200

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$1,200

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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1017 Brixton Ct

SterlingVA20164
property at 131 N Garfield Rd

$1,385

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$1,385

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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131 N Garfield Rd

SterlingVA20164

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property at 47516 Anchorage Cir

$1,950

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$1,950

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47516 Anchorage Cir

SterlingVA20165
property at 1108 Shaker Woods Rd

$2,100

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$2,100

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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1108 Shaker Woods Rd

HerndonVA20170

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Sterling, VA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Sterling, VA

Pricing Updated: 03/03/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Sterling, VA area range in price from $1,200 to $5,790 with an overall median price of $3,469. The three Sterling neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Countryside at $1,450, Countryside Potomac Falls at $1,450, and Dulles Town Center at $1,450. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Sterling Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Countryside$3,331$1,45088
Countryside Potomac Falls$3,331$1,45086
Dulles Town Center$3,331$1,45088
Potomac Falls$3,331$1,45091
Oakbrook Commerce Center$3,355$1,74367
Potomac Lakes$3,391$1,45055
Richland Forest$3,391$1,45061
Staverton West$3,395$1,450187
Outer Ashburn Sterling$3,450$1,743113
Cascades$3,506$1,45035

Cheapest Available Sterling Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Sterling, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Cascades Village in the Sterling Park neighborhood priced from $1,743. Westerly at Worldgate in the Coppermine Crossing neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,749. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Sterling apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Cascades Village1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,743
Westerly at WorldgateA21BR,1BA$1,749
International Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,750

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sterling, VA

As of March 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Sterling area is the $2.18 price per square foot Madison Diamond Model at Townes at Herndon in the in the Coppermine Crossing neighborhood starting from $3,074. The second greatest value Sterling apartment is the 605 Center St Model at 605 Center St, Unit #104 starting at $2,800 with a $2.00 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Townes at HerndonMadison Diamond3BR,2.5BA$2.18
605 Center St, Unit #104605 Center St3BR,2BA$2.00
City Center Townes2 Bedroom Den Townhome2BR,2.5BA$2.37
The Elms at ArcolaCameron-1 w/Sunroom- Elevator2BR,2BA$2.19
Chase Heritage2x2A2BR,2BA$2.27
Acclaim at Sterling2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.33
Cascades Village1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.32
Cascades OverlookA11BR,1BA$2.38
Lerner RemingtonJacob1BR,1BA$2.38
International Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.44

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Frequently Asked Questions about Sterling

What type of rentals are currently available in Sterling?

There are currently 67 Apartments for Rent in Sterling, VA with pricing that ranges from $1,450 to $5,408. There are also 70 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Sterling ranging from $950 to $6,500.

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 $950 to $6,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,156.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.