Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Sterling Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC from $600 (33 Rentals)

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McMullen Wood
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

McMullen Wood

6500-6512 Walsh BlvdCharlotte, NC 28226
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Sharon Lakes
1 Bedroom Apartments

Sharon Lakes

8301 Sharon Lakes RdCharlotte, NC 28210
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Park Lane Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Park Lane Apartments

1610-1641 Waybridge LnCharlotte, NC 28210
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Sharon Crossing
1 Bedroom Apartments

Sharon Crossing

2123 El Verano CirCharlotte, NC 28210
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Quail Run
2 Bedroom Apartments

Quail Run

7908 Lakehouse LnCharlotte, NC 28210
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Sterling, Charlotte, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Sterling Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Sterling area of Charlotte, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at 1502 Sharon Rd W priced from $725. 8517 Sharonbrook Dr has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $750. Here are the most affordable Sterling apartments for rent in Charlotte, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
1502 Sharon Rd W1502 Sharon Rd W1BR,1BA$725
8517 Sharonbrook Dr8517 Sharonbrook Dr1BR,1BA$750
The Landon Apartments1 Bed 1 Bth1BR,1BA$1,050
Sharonridge Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,050
8535 Sharonbrook Dr8535 Sharonbrook Dr1BR,1BA$1,100
Arrowood Villas1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1,101
The BrookA11BR,1BA$1,108
Anson at the LakesFenwick1BR,1BA$1,108
Waterford Square ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$1,117
Berkshire PlaceDogwood1BR,1BA$1,119

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sterling, NC

As of March 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Sterling area is the $1.45 price per square foot Stone Model at Blu South in the in the Sterling neighborhood starting from $3,362. The second greatest value Sterling apartment is the 1502 Sharon Rd W Model at 1502 Sharon Rd W starting at $725 with a $0.35 price per square foot in the Sterling 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.
Blu SouthStone4BR,2.5BA$1.45
1502 Sharon Rd W1502 Sharon Rd W1BR,1BA$0.35
8535 Sharonbrook Dr8535 Sharonbrook Dr1BR,1BA$0.55
8517 Sharonbrook Dr8517 Sharonbrook Dr1BR,1BA$0.38
Townes at McCulloughC13BR,2.5BA$1.52
Aurea StationC1 - 3 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom3BR,2BA$1.48
The BrookB32BR,2BA$1.24
The Villages Apartments2A 2 x 22BR,2BA$1.37
Arrowood Villas1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1.46
Waterford Square ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$1.48

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Sterling, Charlotte, NC

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Among neighborhoods in Charlotte, NC for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
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Getting Around the Sterling Neighborhood in Charlotte, NC

Walk Score®

34 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

25 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

39 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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 Ayrsley Lofts listed at $1,176.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Sterling Apartment is $725 at 1502 Sharon Rd W.

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 $1,225 at Sharonridge Apartments.

What is the most affordable Sterling Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Sterling Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Anson at the Lakes and starts from $1,776.

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