What is the average rent of an apartment in Sterling, IL?

The average rent of an apartment in Sterling, IL is $850 per month. This is about 57% lower than the national average.

When is the average rent for an apartment cheapest in Sterling, IL?

In the last year, the average rent in Sterling, IL was lowest in Aug 2025 when it was $550 per month.

In the last year, the average rent in Sterling, IL was highest in May 2025 when it was $1,090 per month.

There are 4 available apartments or condos to rent in Sterling, IL.

Sterling, IL includes zip codes such as: 61081 , 61037 .

Some nearby cities include: Galt , Coleta , Nelson , Rock Falls , Milledgeville . These cities may have more rental options to explore.

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PET FRIENDLY
$700/mo
2 Beds
1 Bath
800 sqft
1501 W 4th St #26,
Sterling, IL 61081
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$700/mo
2 Beds
1 Bath
900 sqft
1501 W 4th St #19,
Sterling, IL 61081
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$1,000/mo
2 Beds
1 Bath
1,000 sqft
405 16th Ave,
Sterling, IL 61081
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PET FRIENDLY
$850/mo
2 Beds
1 Bath
1900 1st Ave #G,
Sterling, IL 61081
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PET FRIENDLY
$850/mo
2 Beds
1 Bath
1900 1st Avenue | 1900 1st Ave,
Sterling, IL 61081
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$900/mo
2 Beds
1 Bath
611 1st Ave #A,
Sterling, IL 61081
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$700/mo
1 Bed
1 Bath
402 E 4th St,
Sterling, IL 61081
$725/mo
2 Beds
1 Bath
900 sqft
1501 W 4th St #14,
Sterling, IL 61081
$650/mo
1 Bed
1 Bath
600 sqft
107 6th Ave #2,
Sterling, IL 61081
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Apartments For Rent Near Sterling, IL

Rent in Sterling, IL varies by number of bedrooms and home type. Use these charts to quickly see how rent changes.

Average rent for a apartment increased in Aug 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent for apartments peaked in May 2025.

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In August 2026, Apartments and Condos were the most affordable home type to rent compared with Houses.

	1 bed	2 beds	3 beds	4 beds	All
All home types	—	$850	—	—	$850
Apartments and Condos	—	$850	—	—	$850
Houses	—	$900	—	—	$900

What is the average rent of an apartment in Sterling, IL?
The average rent of an apartment in Sterling, IL is $850 per month. This is about 57% lower than the national average.
When is the average rent for an apartment cheapest in Sterling, IL?
In the last year, the average rent in Sterling, IL was lowest in Aug 2025 when it was $550 per month.
When is the average rent for an apartment most expensive in Sterling, IL?
In the last year, the average rent in Sterling, IL was highest in May 2025 when it was $1,090 per month.
How many apartments or condos are available to rent in Sterling, IL?
There are 4 available apartments or condos to rent in Sterling, IL.
What are some zip codes in Sterling, IL?
Sterling, IL includes zip codes such as: 61081, 61037.
What are some cities near Sterling, IL?
Some nearby cities include: Galt, Coleta, Nelson, Rock Falls, Milledgeville. These cities may have more rental options to explore.