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

The average rent of an apartment in Sterling, IL is $775 per month. This is about 61% lower than the national average.

When is the average rent cheapest in Sterling, IL?

In the last year, the average rent in Sterling, IL was lowest in Jun 2025 when it was $680 per month.

In the last year, the average rent in Sterling, IL was highest in Oct 2025 when it was $800 per month.

There are 12 available rental listings 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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$1,400/mo
2 Beds
1 Bath
852 sqft
1408 16th Ave,
Sterling, IL 61081
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PET FRIENDLY
$1,100/mo
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,435 sqft
611 W 15th St,
Sterling, IL 61081
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$900/mo
2 Beds
1 Bath
611 1st Ave #A,
Sterling, IL 61081
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PET FRIENDLY
$850/mo
2 Beds
1 Bath
1900 1st Ave #F,
Sterling, IL 61081
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PET FRIENDLY
$850/mo
2 Beds
1 Bath
1900 1st Ave,
Sterling, IL 61081
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APPLY INSTANTLY
$795/mo
2 Beds
1 Bath
900 sqft
1501 W 4th St #19,
Sterling, IL 61081
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$795/mo
2 Beds
1 Bath
900 sqft
1501 W 4th St #14,
Sterling, IL 61081
$700/mo
1 Bed
1 Bath
402 E 4th St,
Sterling, IL 61081
$650/mo
1 Bed
1 Bath
600 sqft
107 6th Ave #2,
Sterling, IL 61081
FURNISHED
ROOM FOR RENT
$600/mo
8 Beds
3 Baths
Room for rent
102 5th Ave,
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 stayed about the same in Jul 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent previously peaked in Oct 2025.

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In July 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	$700	$850	$1,200	—	$795
Apartments and Condos	$700	$850	—	—	$775
Houses	—	$1,200	$1,200	—	$1,100

What is the average rent of an apartment in Sterling, IL?
The average rent of an apartment in Sterling, IL is $775 per month. This is about 61% lower than the national average.
When is the average rent cheapest in Sterling, IL?
In the last year, the average rent in Sterling, IL was lowest in Jun 2025 when it was $680 per month.
When is the average rent most expensive in Sterling, IL?
In the last year, the average rent in Sterling, IL was highest in Oct 2025 when it was $800 per month.
How many available rental listings are in Sterling, IL?
There are 12 available rental listings 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.