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Highlights
- Quiet neighborhood
- Off-street parking
- Eat-in kitchen
- Large living room
- On site
Location
3602 River Rd, Sterling, IL 61081, USA
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Property Overview
River Ridge Apartments offers an excellent living experience with a Zumper expert rating of 7.5 out of 10, highlighting its suitability for renters. The property features an impressive range of amenities, scoring a perfect 10, and an advantageous location rated at 9, ensuring residents have easy access to various conveniences. Additionally, the trustworthiness rating of 7 indicates a commitment to transparency and reliability from property management.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Laundry available on site
Floor plans
| 2 Bedroom Lower Apartment for Rent | 2 bed | 1 bath | $800 /mo | 1 unit available |
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Amenities for River Ridge Apartments
Apartment Amenities
| Trash |
Appliances
| Fridge | Range |
| Refrigerator | Stove |
Building
| Detached Garage | Onsite Coin Laundry |
| Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Garage Parking | Off-Street Parking |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
Policies and fees
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Parking Policy
Garage Parking
Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Not allowed
No pets allowed.
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 56 |
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About River Ridge Apartments
Located in a quiet neighborhood within walking distance to stores on Route 2 in Sterling. Units feature a large living room, eat-in kitchen, two bedrooms and one bathroom. Coin-op laundry is located on site. Parking is off-street with the option of paying for a detached garage. Tenants pay water/sewer and electricity. No deposit is required, only the first month's rent! Pets are not allowed.
Zumper Expert Rating
Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.8
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, River Ridge Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, River Ridge Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
River Ridge Apartments offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·10A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
River Ridge Apartments stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks, making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
River Ridge Apartments is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While River Ridge Apartments does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
River Ridge Apartments provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How River Ridge Apartments compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Considerations
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in Sterling
2-bedroom apartments at River Ridge Apartments cost about 14% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Sterling.
Median rents as of Aug 24 2025.
Sterling
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| August 2025 | $650 |
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Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$32,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $32,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $800.
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Schools near River Ridge Apartments
Franklin Elementary School
1510 e 25th st
sterling, IL, 61081
PK, K-2Public
B+
Washington Elementary School
815 w le fevre rd
sterling, IL, 61081
3-5Public
B
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Neighborhood
NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.
Getting around Sterling near 3602 River Rd
Walking
4/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Points of interest for 3602 River Rd, Sterling
Groceries
8/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
1/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
1/10
No elementary schools within a 30-minute walk
High schools
0/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk
Nightlife
3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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