Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on November 11, 2026
Average rent in
Sterling, VA
Average rent in
Last updated on November 11, 2026
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Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Sterling rent stands today
Sterling, VA rent rose 5.6% year over year, with a current median of $2,850/month. Renters today are paying $150 more per month on average than last year, despite a flat month-over-month change.
Vs. national rents
Sterling runs roughly 1.5× the $1,900/month national median, placing it among pricier markets for renters. The city offers 50 total rentals, mostly houses, with a higher-end inventory.
Rent ranges by bedroom
Studios in Sterling rent around $2,700/month, 1-bedrooms at $1,928/month, 2-bedrooms at $2,410/month, 3-bedrooms at $2,900/month, and 4+ bedrooms at $3,500/month. The largest share of rentals is 3-bedroom units, making up 43.5% of inventory.
Median rent
Median rent in Sterling
$2,850/mo
6%vs previous year
The average rent in Sterling is $2,850 per month as of November 2026. This is 50% above the national average rent, or $950 more per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Sterling
50
for rent on Zumper.com as of November 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Sterling rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Sterling, VA
Average rent prices in Sterling have remained the same over the last month and have increased by 6% 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, VA
Rent prices in Sterling vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Sterling is $2,162, whereas a house costs $3,000. 1-bedroom apartments in Sterling run $1,925 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $2,257.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $2,700 | No Change | 2% | |
1 bedroom | $1,927 | No Change | 5% | |
2 bedroom | $2,410 |  2% | 4% | |
3 bedroom | $2,900 | 2% | 2% | |
4 bedroom | $3,500 | 21% | 3% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Dominion Station | $2,561 | |
Sterling Park | $2,310 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $2,162 | No Change | 3% | |
Condos | $2,800 | No Change | 6% | |
Houses | $3,000 | 2% | 3% | |
Rooms | $1,200 | 9% | - |
Studio
Average rent
$2,700
Last year
2%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,927
Last year
5%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$2,410
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
4%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$2,900
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
2%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$3,500
Last 30 days
21%
Last year
3%
Sterling Park
Average rent
$2,310
Dominion Station
Average rent
$2,561
Apartments
Average rent
$2,162
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
3%
Condos
Average rent
$2,800
Last year
6%
Houses
Average rent
$3,000
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
3%
Rooms
Average rent
$1,200
Last 30 days
9%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Sterling, VA, 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, VA compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Sterling and Ashburn by all bedroom counts and property types.
Sterling
50%higher than the national median
58%higher than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Sterling, VA is 5% lower than the median rent in Ashburn, VA.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$3,000
$2,667
1%$3,300
10%$2,653
9%$2,200
3%$2,750
8%$3,100
7%$2,668
2%$2,600
13%$2,800
2%$2,800
3%$4,250
15%Discover rentals in Sterling, VA
5d+ ago
Sterling Park house for rent in Sterling
2 beds
1 bath
$2,000
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 Dec 4
14h ago
House for rent in Sterling
3 beds
1 bath
$2,250
Price dropped $150Additional 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.House for rent
Available Nov 1
1d ago
Sterling Park townhouse for rent in Sterling
3 beds
1.5 baths
$2,445
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.House for rent
Available Nov 9
5d+ ago
Sterling Park townhouse for rent in Sterling
937 Holborn Ct, Sterling, VA 20164
3 beds
1.5 baths
$2,595
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
Condo for rent in Sterling
24430 Stone Springs Blvd, Sterling, VA 20166
Studio
0 baths
$7,301
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
3h ago
House for rent in Sterling
47374 Westwood Pl, Sterling, VA 20165
4 beds
3.5 baths
$5,000
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
19955 Youngs Cliff Rd, Sterling, VA 20165
4 beds
3 baths
$4,800
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
45910 Transamerica Plz, Sterling, VA 20166
Studio
0 baths
$4,728
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
1h ago
Verified
21940 Muirfield Circle, Sterling, VA 20164
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,925–$2,325
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
Verified
20723 Reserve Falls Ter, Sterling, VA 20165
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,987–$10,330
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
7h ago
20576 Idle Brook Ter, Sterling, VA 20165
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,730–$4,416
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
23h ago
1212 Chase Heritage Cir, Sterling, VA 20164
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,077–$3,189
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
1h ago
Verified
21940 Muirfield Circle, Sterling, VA 20164
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,925–$2,325
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
Verified
20723 Reserve Falls Ter, Sterling, VA 20165
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,987–$10,330
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
Verified
3 beds
2.5 baths
$3,550
Price dropped $250Fees 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 Nov 1
5d+ ago
Sterling Park house for rent in Sterling
211 Summers Ct #NA, Sterling, VA 20164
1 bed
1 bath
$1,200
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.House for rent
Available Nov 6
5d+ ago
Verified
3 beds
2.5 baths
$3,550
Price dropped $250Fees 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 Nov 1
23h ago
1212 Chase Heritage Cir, Sterling, VA 20164
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,077–$3,189
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
Sterling Park house for rent in Sterling
211 Summers Ct #NA, Sterling, VA 20164
1 bed
1 bath
$1,200
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.House for rent
Available Nov 6
3h ago
Condo for rent in Sterling
46893 Eaton Ter #301, Sterling, VA 20164
2 beds
1.5 baths
$2,150
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
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Frequently asked questions for Sterling, VA
Quick answers to common questions about the Sterling rental market.
How much is rent in Sterling?
The average rent in Sterling is $2,850 per month as of November 7, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Sterling?
Average rent prices in Sterling have remained the same over the last month and have increased by 6% since last year.
How does Sterling rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Sterling is 50% above the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $950 more per month.
What salary do I need to afford rent in Sterling?
To comfortably afford rent in Sterling, you'd need to earn approximately $114,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Sterling?
March offers the lowest rents in Sterling, with prices roughly 17% lower than September's peak rates. Winter months and November also provide better deals with less competition than the busy April and May period.
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).