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1109 E 15th St - Photo 1 of 1

4d ago

House for rent in Sterling

East 15th Street, 61081

1109 E 15th St, Sterling, IL 61081

In-unit laundry | Garage parking | On-site laundry

2 beds

1 bath

$1,350

1900 1st Avenue - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

8.4

Very good

1900 1st Avenue

1900 1st Ave, Sterling, IL 61081

2 beds

1 bath

$850

River Ridge Apartments - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

7.5

Very good

River Ridge Apartments

3602 River Rd, Sterling, IL 61081

Garage parking | On-site laundry

2 beds

1 bath

$900

904 6th Ave #1 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

House for rent in Sterling

904 6th Avenue - 1

904 6th Ave #1, Sterling, IL 61081

In-unit laundry

3 beds

1.5 baths

$1,200

1503 17th Ave - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

House for rent in Sterling

1503 17th Ave, 61081

1503 17th Ave, Sterling, IL 61081

In-unit laundry | Furnished | Garage parking

2 beds

1 bath

$1,400

438 Martin Road - Photo 1 of 1

4d ago

8

Very good

438 Martin Road

438 Martin Rd, Rock Falls, IL 61071

1 bed

1 bath

$825

Nearby rental good for eco-living

3 mi away

Sterling

Nearby rental good for wfh

3 mi away

Sterling

5d+ ago

8

Very good

434 Martin Road

434 Martin Rd, Rock Falls, IL 61071

2 beds

1 bath

$900

436 Martin Road - Photo 1 of 1

2d ago

8.3

Very good

436 Martin Road

436 Martin Rd, Rock Falls, IL 61071

1 bed

1 bath

$700

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1203 Dixon Avenue - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

8.3

Very good

1203 Dixon Avenue

1203 Dixon Rd, Rock Falls, IL 61071

1 bed

1 bath

$700

1201 Dixon Avenue - Photo 1 of 1

2d ago

8.3

Very good

1201 Dixon Avenue

1201 Dixon Rd, Rock Falls, IL 61071

On-site laundry

1 bed

1 bath

$700

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5d+ ago

8.3

Very good

1201 Avenue A

1201 Avenue A, Rock Falls, IL 61071

2 beds

1 bath

$725

3d ago

8.3

Very good

302 13th Avenue

302 13th Ave, Rock Falls, IL 61071

2 beds

1 bath

$750

5d+ ago

8

Very good

Edon Park Drive

Edon Park Dr, Rock Falls, IL 61071

2 beds

1 bath

$800

1701 English St - Photo 1 of 1

14h ago

House for rent in Rock Falls

1201 Avenue A - 2 #2 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Apartment for rent in Rock Falls

1201 Avenue A - 2

1201 Avenue A - 2 #2, Rock Falls, IL 61071

2 beds

1 bath

$725

Find sweet deals near Sterling

These rentals are 10%-30% cheaper than the local average price for similar rentals.

$775

Dixon

$725

Rock Falls

$375

Dixon

Listings within 10 miles
1612 Sauk Rd #2204 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Apartment for rent in Dixon

Westridge Apartments - 2204

1612 Sauk Rd #2204, Dixon, IL 61021

Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Balcony

2 beds

2 baths

$775

2d ago

8.8

Very good

Westridge Apartments

1608 Sauk Rd, Dixon, IL 61021

On-site laundry | Outdoor space

2 beds

2 baths

$775

Listings within 20 miles
302 Hubbell Dr #C - Photo 1 of 1

2d ago

Apartment for rent in Dixon

302 Hubbell Drive - C

302 Hubbell Dr #C, Dixon, IL 61021

Air conditioning | Carpet | Dishwasher

2 beds

1 bath

$800

901 Walnut Ave #D - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Apartment for rent in Dixon

901 Walnut Ave #D, Dixon, IL 61021

Outdoor space

2 beds

1 bath

$950

105 E 1st St #160 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Apartment for rent in Dixon

105 E 1st St #160, Dixon, IL 61021

Air conditioning | Central heat | Cable

Studio

0 baths

$600

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101 W 1st St #403 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Apartment for rent in Dixon

101 West 1st Street - 403

101 W 1st St #403, Dixon, IL 61021

Air conditioning | Central heat

Studio

0 baths

$375

Haymarket Square (221 S Peoria) Commercial - Photo 1 of 1

3d ago

7.5

Very good

Haymarket Square (221 S Peoria) Commercial

Haymarket Square, Dixon, IL 61021

1 bed

1 bath

$1,200

141 North Court - Photo 1 of 1

3d ago

8.8

Very good

141 North Court

141 N Court St, Dixon, IL 61021

On-site laundry | Fitness center | Storage

1 bed

1 bath

$800

513 E Main St - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

House for rent in Morrison

Residential Lease, Morrison, IL

513 E Main St, Morrison, IL 61270

Garage parking | Carpet | Dishwasher

5 beds

1 bath

$1,300

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105 N Elm St #206 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Apartment for rent in Franklin Grove

*Gorgeous 1 Bedroom 2nd Floor Apartment

105 N Elm St #206, Franklin Grove, IL 61031

On-site laundry | Ceiling fan | Microwave

1 bed

1 bath

$750

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Sterling, IL apartments for rent

Renting in Sterling, IL at a glance

As of today, Sterling's median rent price is $812 per month.

Median rent

$812

Rentals, last 30 days

17

Rent by unit type
SizeValueYoY
All bedrooms$812N/A
1 bedroom$700N/A
2 bedroom$762N/A
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Local insights: What it's like to live in Sterling, IL

Locals appreciate the small-town feel of Sterling, IL, highlighting its friendly atmosphere and active community events. Residents mention enjoying the parks and close proximity to schools, which makes it convenient for families. The downtown area offers a mix of local shops and eateries that many find appealing. However, some express dissatisfaction with the limited entertainment options and the need for more activities geared toward younger residents. Additionally, parking can sometimes be a hassle during busy times.

Frequently asked questions

Are there pet-friendly apartments in Sterling, IL?

Based on our current listings, 38% of Sterling rentals welcome pets, which works out to about 3 pet-friendly apartments available each month.

Are utilities usually included in rent in Sterling, IL?

In our current listings, utilities-included rentals are rare in Sterling, appearing in under 1% of units, with one-bedrooms showing the highest rate at 0.89%.

Methodology: How we got this data

Zumper’s proprietary rental data fuels our analysis. Rent and market trends, availability, neighborhood popularity, and lifestyle scores are all calculated using real-time and 2026 rental inventory and prices.

Our Lifestyle Categories ("great for eco-living," "great for social life," "great for pet owners," etc.) are determined by set criteria, against which we score each listing and its available features. At the neighborhood level, we calculate the listing count for each category to determine which lifestyles best fit each area.

Zumper, founded in 2012, is North America’s largest privately-owned rental platform, offering over 1 million listings across the U.S. and Canada. Stay informed on the latest trends and shifts in the rental market with our monthly National Rent Report, your go-to resource for key insights into the evolving rental landscape.

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