Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on September 13, 2026
Average rent in
Sterling Heights, MI
Average rent in
Last updated on September 13, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Sterling Heights rent stands today
Sterling Heights, MI rent is essentially flat year over year, with a current median of $1,995/month. Renters are paying roughly the same as last year, with no month-over-month change in rents as of September 2026.
Compared to national trends
Sterling Heights runs 5.0% more expensive than the $1,900/month national median, positioning it as a moderately priced metro with a small inventory of 61 total rentals.
Rent ranges by bedroom
Studios in Sterling Heights rent for about $1,675/month, 1-bedrooms are around $1,142/month, and 2-bedrooms sit near $1,595/month. Larger units like 3-bedrooms and 4+ bedrooms reach $2,500/month and $3,000/month respectively, offering options for different household sizes.
Neighborhood spotlight
The Studio bedroom segment in Sterling Heights has climbed by 81.1% year over year, a notable divergence from the citywide flat trend. This sharp rise shows a distinct dynamic in smaller unit demand compared to other bedroom sizes.
Median rent
Median rent in Sterling Heights
$1,995/mo
vs previous year
The average rent in Sterling Heights is $1,995 per month as of September 2026. This is 5% above the national average rent, or $95 more per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Sterling Heights
61
for rent on Zumper.com as of September 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 remained the same over the last month and have remained the same 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 $1,135, whereas a house costs $2,500. 1-bedroom apartments in Sterling Heights run $1,180 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,309.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,675 | No Change |  13% | |
1 bedroom | $1,142 | 1% |  15% | |
2 bedroom | $1,595 | No Change | 1% | |
3 bedroom | $2,500 | 1% | 7% | |
4 bedroom | $3,000 | 5% | 1% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Sterling Heights | $1,995 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,135 | 1% | No Change | |
Condos | $1,700 | 1% | No Change | |
Houses | $2,500 | 3% | No Change | |
Rooms | $964 | - | - |
Studio
Average rent
$1,675
Last year
13%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,142
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
15%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,595
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
1%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$2,500
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
7%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$3,000
Last 30 days
5%
Last year
1%
Sterling Heights
Average rent
$1,995
Apartments
Average rent
$1,135
Last 30 days
1%
Condos
Average rent
$1,700
Last 30 days
1%
Houses
Average rent
$2,500
Last 30 days
3%
Rooms
Average rent
$964
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
5%higher than the national median
18%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Sterling Heights, MI is 29% higher than the median rent in Dearborn, MI.
Average rent in nearby cities
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$1,550
1%$1,200
3%$1,275
8%$1,600
2%$1,395
10%$1,300
8%$1,285
28%$2,000
4%$1,617
$1,800
3%$1,325
5%$1,502
6%Discover rentals in Sterling Heights, MI
1d ago
11221 E 14 Mile Rd, Sterling Heights, MI 48312
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,124–$1,324
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Condo for rent in Sterling Heights
2 beds
1.5 baths
$1,345
Condo for rent
Available Jul 30
5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Sterling Heights
35129 Terrybrook Dr #27, Sterling Heights, MI 48312
2 beds
1 bath
$1,400
House for rent
5d+ ago
Condo for rent in Sterling Heights
43284 Mound Rd, Sterling Heights, MI 48314
2 beds
1 bath
$1,450
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Sterling Heights
38428 Tottenham Rd, Sterling Heights, MI 48312
3 beds
2 baths
$3,780
Apartment for rent
Available Sep 22
5d+ ago
House for rent in Sterling Heights
3 beds
1.5 baths
$3,600
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
House for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Sterling Heights
2238 Pinehurst Ct #2238, Sterling Heights, MI 48310
1 bed
1 bath
$2,970
Apartment for rent
Available Nov 21
1d ago
11221 E 14 Mile Rd, Sterling Heights, MI 48312
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,124–$1,324
Apartment for rent
3d ago
34911 Van Dyke Ave, Sterling Heights, MI 48312
Studio–1 bed
1–2 baths
$795–$1,500
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Sterling Heights
1 bed
1 bath
$985
Apartment for rent
17h ago
4560 15 Mile Rd, Sterling Heights, MI 48310
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,175–$1,475
Price drop
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
15153 Seagull Dr #05, Sterling Heights, MI 48313
2 beds
1.5 baths
$1,450
Condo for rent
Available Aug 11
2d ago
Bebernick Ln, Sterling Heights, MI 48310
2 beds
2 baths
$1,595–$1,725
Apartment for rent
3d ago
34911 Van Dyke Ave, Sterling Heights, MI 48312
Studio–1 bed
1–2 baths
$795–$1,500
Apartment for rent
4d ago
House for rent in Sterling Heights
4741 Bloomfield Dr, Sterling Heights, MI 48310
3 beds
2 baths
$2,400
$2,300
Price drop
House for rent
1d ago
11221 E 14 Mile Rd, Sterling Heights, MI 48312
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,124–$1,324
Apartment for rent
3d ago
34911 Van Dyke Ave, Sterling Heights, MI 48312
Studio–1 bed
1–2 baths
$795–$1,300
Apartment for rent
17h ago
4560 15 Mile Rd, Sterling Heights, MI 48310
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,175–$1,475
Price drop
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Condo for rent in Sterling Heights
2 beds
1.5 baths
$1,345
Condo for rent
Available Jul 30
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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 $1,995 per month as of September 12, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Sterling Heights?
Average rent prices in Sterling Heights have remained the same over the last month and have remained the same since last year.
How does Sterling Heights rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Sterling Heights is 5% above the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $95 more per month.
What salary do I need to afford rent in Sterling Heights?
To comfortably afford rent in Sterling Heights, you'd need to earn approximately $80,000/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).