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

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Stevedore Lofts

Breckenridge Apartments

170 W 8th St

107 W Schuyler St

141 W Cayuga St

8 Babcock St

6 Lathrop St
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7093 NY-104

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

23 NW 9th St

103 W 8th St
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44 W Bridge St

9 Lathrop St

12 Park St

185 E 10th St
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 | $765 | $584 | $985 |
Sterling 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,463 | $788 | $3,244 |
Sterling 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,843 | $925 | $4,420 |
Sterling 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,021 | $1,169 | $4,355 |
Sterling 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,475 | $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 1 Bed unit found at 828 Holly Gardens priced from $995. Fultonview Manor has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,095. 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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828 Holly Gardens | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
Fultonview Manor | Townhome 2BD | 2BR,1BA | $1,095 |
129 W Fourth St | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
157 W 3rd St | 1B 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
Willow Stream Apartments South | Upper One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,130 |
4618 Hall Rd | 1B 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
Breckenridge Apartments | Deluxe 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
Parc Vue Living | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,225 |
Willow Stream Apartments North | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath- Model 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,260 |
2 Cedarwood | Small Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $1,295 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sterling, NY and Nearby
As of May 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Sterling area is the $1.39 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Center Pointe at Radisson in the starting from $1,795. The second greatest value Sterling apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Model at Fobes Island Apartments starting at $1,925 with a $1.55 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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Center Pointe at Radisson | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.39 |
Fobes Island Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.55 |
Silverwood at the Radisson | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.27 |
Grenadier Village Apartments | Queens-3x1.5/RV | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.65 |
Aspen Springs Apartments | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.41 |
2 Cedarwood | Small Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.29 |
Willow Stream Apartments North | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath- Model 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
828 Holly Gardens | The 828 Collection | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.53 |
Willow Stream Apartments South | Upper One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
Fultonview Manor | Townhome 2BD | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
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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 Breckenridge Apartments and starts from $1,695.
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