Bedroom count
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Last updated on October 28, 2026
Average rent in
Sterling Heights, MI
Average rent in
Last updated on October 28, 2026
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Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Sterling Heights rent stands today
Sterling Heights, MI rent slipped 4.0% year over year, with a current median of $1,900/month. Renters today are paying $79 less per month on average than last year despite a 2.3% month-over-month increase in October 2026.
Compared to national trends
Sterling Heights sits roughly equal to the $1,900/month national median, placing it near the national average rent level for October 2026. The market offers 65 total rentals across the city.
Price ranges
Studios in Sterling Heights rent for about $925/month, 1-bedrooms around $1,142/month, and 2-bedrooms at $1,600/month, with 3-bedrooms and 4+ bedrooms reaching $2,400/month and $2,700/month respectively. The median rent for studios is $925/month.
Neighborhood spotlight
Studio rents in Sterling Heights fell 58.7% year over year, diverging from the citywide decline of 4.0%. This segment's drop shows a distinct trend compared to the broader market.
Median rent
Median rent in Sterling Heights
$1,900/mo
4%vs previous year
The average rent in Sterling Heights is $1,900 per month as of October 2026. This is about the same as the national average rent.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Sterling Heights
65
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Sterling Heights rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Sterling Heights, MI
Average rent prices in Sterling Heights have increased by 2% over the last month and have decreased by 4% since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Sterling Heights, MI
Rent prices in Sterling Heights vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Sterling Heights is $1,124, whereas a house costs $2,445. 1-bedroom apartments in Sterling Heights run $1,217 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,324.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $925 | No Change | 59% | |
1 bedroom | $1,142 | 1% | 10% | |
2 bedroom | $1,600 |  4% | 6% | |
3 bedroom | $2,400 | 4% | 7% | |
4 bedroom | $2,700 | 4% | 4% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Sterling Heights | $1,900 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,124 | No Change | 29% | |
Condos | $1,750 | 2% | 3% | |
Houses | $2,445 | No Change | 2% |
Studio
Average rent
$925
Last year
59%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,142
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
10%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,600
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
6%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$2,400
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
7%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,700
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
4%
Sterling Heights
Average rent
$1,900
Apartments
Average rent
$1,124
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
29%
Condos
Average rent
$1,750
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
3%
Houses
Average rent
$2,445
Last year
2%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Sterling Heights, MI, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Sterling Heights, MI compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Sterling Heights and Dearborn by all bedroom counts and property types.
Sterling Heights
Equal to the the national median
18%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Sterling Heights, MI is 23% higher than the median rent in Dearborn, MI.
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$1,530
2%Discover rentals in Sterling Heights, MI
5h ago
4560 15 Mile Rd, Sterling Heights, MI 48310
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,035–$1,460
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
4d ago
11221 E 14 Mile Rd, Sterling Heights, MI 48312
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,124–$1,324
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Condo for rent in Sterling Heights
14211 Ivanhoe Dr, Sterling Heights, MI 48312
2 beds
2 baths
$1,400
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Condo for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Sterling Heights
2 beds
1.5 baths
$1,400
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Sterling Heights
38428 Tottenham Rd, Sterling Heights, MI 48312
3 beds
2 baths
$3,780
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Dec 21
5d+ ago
House for rent in Sterling Heights
3 beds
1.5 baths
$3,600
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Sterling Heights
4582 18 1/2 Mile Rd, Sterling Heights, MI 48314
3 beds
2.5 baths
$3,600
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Sterling Heights
11489 Anna Lisa Dr, Sterling Heights, MI 48312
3 beds
2.5 baths
$3,500
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Sterling Heights
1 bed
1 bath
$935
Price dropped $55Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5h ago
4560 15 Mile Rd, Sterling Heights, MI 48310
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,035–$1,460
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
20h ago
House for rent in Sterling Heights
6030 Cotter Ave #1, Sterling Heights, MI 48314
3 beds
1 bath
$1,500
Price dropped $350Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Oct 26
1d ago
34911 Van Dyke Ave, Sterling Heights, MI 48312
Studio–1 bed
1–2 baths
$795–$1,500
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
2d ago
41668 Huntington Dr, Sterling Heights, MI 48313
2 beds
1 bath
$1,715
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Oct 13
2d ago
Bebernick Ln, Sterling Heights, MI 48310
2 beds
2 baths
$1,710
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1d ago
34911 Van Dyke Ave, Sterling Heights, MI 48312
Studio–1 bed
1–2 baths
$795–$1,500
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Sterling Heights
14443 Lakeshore Dr, Sterling Heights, MI 48313
4 beds
3 baths
$2,950
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Oct 20
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Sterling Heights
1 bed
1 bath
$935
Price dropped $55Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5h ago
4560 15 Mile Rd, Sterling Heights, MI 48310
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,240–$1,460
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
20h ago
House for rent in Sterling Heights
6030 Cotter Ave #1, Sterling Heights, MI 48314
3 beds
1 bath
$1,500
Price dropped $350Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Oct 26
4d ago
11221 E 14 Mile Rd, Sterling Heights, MI 48312
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,124–$1,324
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Sterling Heights, MI
Quick answers to common questions about the Sterling Heights rental market.
How much is rent in Sterling Heights?
The average rent in Sterling Heights is $1,900 per month as of October 24, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Sterling Heights?
Average rent prices in Sterling Heights have increased by 2% over the last month and have decreased by 4% since last year.
How does Sterling Heights rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Sterling Heights is roughly the same as the national average.
What salary do I need to afford rent in Sterling Heights?
To comfortably afford rent in Sterling Heights, you'd need to earn approximately $76,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Sterling Heights?
December offers the best timing for apartment hunting in Sterling Heights, with reduced competition from other renters and lower prices compared to peak months like October.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).