
Cheap Homes for Rent in Sterling, VA from $900 (8 Rentals)
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Sterling, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Sterling?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Sterling 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,368 | $2,100 | $9,500 |
Sterling 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,161 | $2,450 | $4,850 |
Sterling 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,270 | $2,750 | $3,900 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Sterling, VA
Pricing Updated: 05/01/2025Current apartment rentals in the Sterling, VA area range in price from $1,100 to $25,764 with an overall median price of $3,120. The three Sterling neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Dulles Town Center at $2,399, Potomac Lakes at $1,618, and Richland Forest at $1,618. 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 |
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Dulles Town Center | $2,399 | $2,399 | 1 |
Potomac Lakes | $2,731 | $1,618 | 23 |
Richland Forest | $3,009 | $1,618 | 29 |
Countryside | $3,035 | $1,854 | 41 |
Countryside Potomac Falls | $3,035 | $1,800 | 40 |
Potomac Falls | $3,060 | $1,618 | 52 |
Sugarland Run | $3,060 | $1,618 | 22 |
Staverton West | $3,140 | $1,618 | 80 |
Outer Reston Herndon Corridor | $3,208 | $1,475 | 227 |
Outer Ashburn Sterling | $3,287 | $1,618 | 63 |
Cheapest Available Sterling Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Sterling, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at International Apartments in the Coppermine Crossing neighborhood priced from $1,750. Kings Reserve Sterling in the Sterling Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,848. 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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International Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
Kings Reserve Sterling | A-1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,848 |
Muirfield Woods Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sterling, VA
As of May 02, 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 Berkley Loft Model at Commons at Potomac Square starting at $2,552 with a $1.94 price per square foot in the Potomac Falls 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. |
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605 Center St, Unit #104 | 605 Center St | 3BR,2BA | $2.00 |
Commons at Potomac Square | Berkley Loft | 2BR,2BA | $1.94 |
The Elms at Arcola | Cameron-1 A w/Sunroom- Elevato | 2BR,2BA | $2.26 |
Townes at Herndon | Caroline Diamond | 2BR,2BA | $2.45 |
Westerly at Worldgate | B2 | 2BR,1BA | $2.42 |
Village at Potomac Falls Apartment Homes | Two Bedroom-905 sqft | 2BR,1BA | $2.54 |
Parkridge Gardens | 2 bed, 1 bath renovated | 2BR,1BA | $2.44 |
Potomac Garden Apartments | Remodel 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.53 |
Cascade Village | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.18 |
International Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.44 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sterling
What type of rentals are currently available in Sterling?
There are currently 54 Apartments for Rent in Sterling, VA with pricing that ranges from $1,100 to $14,363. There are also 45 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Sterling ranging from $950 to $9,500.
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 $9,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,478.
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