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1900 1st Avenue - Photo 1 of 1

15h ago

8.3

Very good

1900 1st Avenue

1900 1st Ave, Sterling, IL 61081

2 beds

1 bath

$850

1109 E 15th St - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ 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

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

511 E 5th St - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

House for rent in Rock Falls

108 6th Ave #1 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

House for rent in Rock Falls

108 6th Avenue - 1

108 6th Ave #1, Rock Falls, IL 61071

On-site laundry | Central heat | Hardwood floor

3 beds

1.5 baths

$1,250

916-918 West 5th Street - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

8

Very good

916-918 West 5th Street

916 W 5th St, Rock Falls, IL 61071

2 beds

1 bath

$850

Nearby rental good for social life

1 mi away

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1 mi away

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438 Martin Road - Photo 1 of 1

9h ago

8

Very good

438 Martin Road

438 Martin Rd, Rock Falls, IL 61071

1 bed

1 bath

$825

9h ago

8

Very good

434 Martin Road

434 Martin Rd, Rock Falls, IL 61071

2 beds

1 bath

$900

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436 Martin Road - Photo 1 of 1

9h ago

8.3

Very good

436 Martin Road

436 Martin Rd, Rock Falls, IL 61071

1 bed

1 bath

$700

1201 Dixon Avenue - Photo 1 of 1

9h ago

8.6

Very good

1201 Dixon Avenue

1201 Dixon Rd, Rock Falls, IL 61071

On-site laundry | Storage

1 bed

1 bath

$700

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3d ago

8.3

Very good

1201 Avenue A

1201 Avenue A, Rock Falls, IL 61071

2 beds

1 bath

$725

Edon Park Drive - Photo 1 of 1

21h ago

8.4

Very good

Edon Park Drive

Edon Park Dr, Rock Falls, IL 61071

2 beds

1 bath

$800

1701 English St - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

House for rent in Rock Falls

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1231 N Galena Ave #102 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Apartment for rent in Dixon

1231 N Galena Ave #102, Dixon, IL 61021

1 bed

1 bath

$850

1231 N Galena Ave #210 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Apartment for rent in Dixon

Residential Lease, Dixon, IL

1231 N Galena Ave #210, Dixon, IL 61021

2 beds

1.5 baths

$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

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

2d ago

8.3

Very good

416 West 2nd Street

416 W 2nd St, Dixon, IL 61021

1 bed

1 bath

$750

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

5d+ 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

403 Griswold St #1 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Apartment for rent in Woosung

403 South Griswold Street - 1

403 Griswold St #1, Woosung, IL 61091

On-site laundry

1 bed

1 bath

$800

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105 N Elm St #103 - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

Apartment for rent in Franklin Grove

*Remodeled 2 Bedroom Apartment

105 N Elm St #103, Franklin Grove, IL 61031

In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Ceiling fan

2 beds

1 bath

$950

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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 $850 per month.

Median rent

$850

Rentals, last 30 days

17

Rent by unit type
SizeValueYoY
All bedrooms$850N/A
1 bedroom$750N/A
2 bedroom$875N/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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