What is the average rent of a house in Sterling, IL?

The average rent of a house in Sterling, IL is $1,200 per month. This is about 39% lower than the national average.

When is the average rent for a house cheapest in Sterling, IL?

In the last year, the average rent in Sterling, IL was lowest in Nov 2025 when it was $750 per month.

In the last year, the average rent in Sterling, IL was highest in Jul 2025 when it was $2,200 per month.

The average rent of a 3 bedroom house in Sterling, IL is $1,200 per month. That is about $100 more than the cost of a 2 bedroom house.

There are 3 available houses 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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$1,200/mo
3 Beds
1.5 Baths
904 6th Ave,
Sterling, IL 61081
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$1,100/mo
2 Beds
1 Bath
968 sqft
703 Park Pl,
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 house increased in Sep 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent for houses peaked in Jul 2025.

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In September 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	—	$825	$1,200	—	$850
Apartments and Condos	—	$700	—	—	$700
Houses	—	$1,100	$1,200	—	$1,200

What is the average rent of a house in Sterling, IL?
The average rent of a house in Sterling, IL is $1,200 per month. This is about 39% lower than the national average.
When is the average rent for a house cheapest in Sterling, IL?
In the last year, the average rent in Sterling, IL was lowest in Nov 2025 when it was $750 per month.
When is the average rent for a house most expensive in Sterling, IL?
In the last year, the average rent in Sterling, IL was highest in Jul 2025 when it was $2,200 per month.
How does the rent of a 3 bedroom house compare to a 2 bedroom house in Sterling, IL?
The average rent of a 3 bedroom house in Sterling, IL is $1,200 per month. That is about $100 more than the cost of a 2 bedroom house.
How many houses are available to rent in Sterling, IL?
There are 3 available houses 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.