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Last updated on June 14, 2026
Average rent in
Sterling Heights, MI
Average rent in
Last updated on June 14, 2026
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Key takeaways for renters
Where Sterling Heights rent stands today
Sterling Heights, MI rent rose 7.0% year over year, reaching a current median of $1,874/month. Renters are paying $160 more per month on average than last year, with the median rent at the peak level of $1,800/month in June 2026.
Compared to national trends
Sterling Heights is 3.9% more affordable than the $1,950/month national median, with a total rental inventory of 62 units. This positions Sterling Heights as a modestly priced market in the broader national context.
Price ranges
Studios in Sterling Heights run around $1,750/month, 1-bedrooms around $1,130/month, 2-bedrooms around $1,798/month, 3-bedrooms at $2,500/month, and 4+ bedrooms at $2,800/month. These bedroom tiers show a wide range of rental options for different household sizes.
Neighborhood spotlight
Studio rents in Sterling Heights increased by 89.2% year over year, far outpacing the citywide rise of 7.0%. This sharp increase reveals a distinct dynamic in the studio segment compared to the broader market.
Median rent
Median rent in Sterling Heights
$1,874/mo
7%vs previous year
The average rent in Sterling Heights is $1,874 per month as of June 2026. This is 4% below the national average rent, or $75 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Sterling Heights
62
for rent on Zumper.com as of June 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 3% over the last month and have increased by 7% 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 $1,185, whereas a house costs $2,500. 1-bedroom apartments in Sterling Heights run $1,130 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,500.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,750 | No Change |  8% | |
1 bedroom | $1,130 | No Change | No Change | |
2 bedroom | $1,798 | 1% | 11% | |
3 bedroom | $2,500 | No Change | 14% | |
4 bedroom | $2,800 | 1% | 2% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Sterling Heights | $1,874 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,185 | 3% | No Change | |
Condos | $1,800 | No Change | No Change | |
Houses | $2,500 | 3% | No Change |
Studio
Average rent
$1,750
Last year
8%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,130
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
No Change
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,798
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
11%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$2,500
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
14%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,800
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
2%
Sterling Heights
Average rent
$1,874
Apartments
Average rent
$1,185
Last 30 days
3%
Condos
Average rent
$1,800
Last 30 days
No Change
Houses
Average rent
$2,500
Last 30 days
3%
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
4%lower than the national median
30%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Sterling Heights, MI is 37% higher than the median rent in Dearborn, MI.
Average rent in nearby cities
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$1,372
10%$1,200
1%$1,350
8%$1,750
11%$1,397
9%$1,300
9%$1,445
12%$1,975
3%$1,505
6%$1,800
3%$1,350
5%$1,500
2%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
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Sterling Heights
2 beds
1 bath
$1,269
Apartment for rent
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
Apartment for rent in Sterling Heights
2 beds
1.5 baths
$1,500
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Sterling Heights
5636 Paris Dr, Sterling Heights, MI 48310
3 beds
2.5 baths
$4,200
House 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 Jul 15
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
3 beds
4 baths
$3,300
Apartment 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
1d ago
House for rent in Sterling Heights
2 beds
2 baths
$2,000
House for rent
3d ago
34911 Van Dyke Ave, Sterling Heights, MI 48312
Studio–1 bed
1–2 baths
$795–$1,500
Apartment for rent
3d ago
House for rent in Sterling Heights
39231 Bella Vista Dr, Sterling Heights, MI 48313
3 beds
1.5 baths
$2,300
House for rent
5d+ ago
41668 Huntington Dr, Sterling Heights, MI 48313
2 beds
1 bath
$1,668–$1,935
Apartment for rent
Available May 7
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
2 beds
1.5 baths
$1,500
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Sterling Heights
3 beds
4 baths
$3,300
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Condo for rent in Sterling Heights
38177 Jamestown Dr, Sterling Heights, MI 48312
3 beds
2 baths
$1,850
Condo for rent
Available Jun 1
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
11h ago
42891 Richmond Dr, Sterling Heights, MI 48313
2 beds
2 baths
$1,800
Condo for rent
Available Jul 1
1d ago
11221 E 14 Mile Rd, Sterling Heights, MI 48312
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,124–$1,324
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 $1,874 per month as of June 13, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Sterling Heights?
Average rent prices in Sterling Heights have increased by 3% over the last month and have increased by 7% since last year.
How does Sterling Heights rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Sterling Heights is 4% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $75 less 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 $75,000/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?
Sterling Heights, Michigan's second-largest city, shows one-bedroom apartments averaging around $1,100 per month in 2025, while two-bedroom units average around $1,600 per month. These figures represent the current rental market across this diverse suburban community.
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).