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Average rent in Sterling, Illinois

The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in Sterling is Ask, while the average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment is $900+. Rent rates updated 276 days ago

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* Averages are based on the rental prices of properties listed on Apartment List that don’t include fees

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108 6th Avenue Gallery 1

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108 6th Avenue (opens in new tab)

108 6th Avenue, Sterling, IL 61081

$1,250/moFees may apply12-mo lease

1 unit available

3 bed

Amenities

W/D hookup, Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Pet friendly, Recently renovated, Air conditioning + more

1503 16th Avenue Gallery 1

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1503 16th Avenue (opens in new tab)

1503 16th Avenue, Sterling, IL 61081

$850/moFees may apply12-mo lease

1409 16th Avenue Gallery 1

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1409 16th Avenue, Sterling, IL 61081

904 6th Avenue Gallery 1

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904 6th Avenue (opens in new tab)

904 6th Avenue, Sterling, IL 61081

1 unit available

1 bed

Amenities

Pet friendly, Range, Oven, and Refrigerator

$1,300/moFees may apply12-mo lease

1 unit available

3 bed

Amenities

In unit laundry, Pet friendly, Range, Oven, and Refrigerator

$1,200/moFees may apply12-mo lease

1 unit available

3 bed

Amenities

Patio / balcony, Pet friendly, Range, Oven, and Refrigerator

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1503 16th Avenue 1 Bed

1 Bed • 1 Bath

Base monthly rent

$850+

Available

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904 6th Avenue 3 Bed

3 Beds • 1.5 Baths

Base monthly rent

$1,200+

Available

Now

108 6th Avenue 3 Bed

3 Beds • 1.5 Baths

Base monthly rent

$1,250+

Available

Now

1409 16th Avenue 3 Bed

3 Beds • 1 Bath

Base monthly rent

$1,300+

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Now