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Rental Market Trends in Sterling, CO

Updated August 2026

The average rent in Sterling, CO is $863/month.

Rent in Sterling is 48% lower than the national average rent of $1,663/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$863/month

Average Rent

460 Sq Ft

Average Size

+1.7%

Change / Year

25

Available Apartments

Sterling rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Sterling average $671 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Sterling average $863 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Sterling average $1,127 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Sterling average $1,371 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$671/month
378 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$863/month
460 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,127/month
699 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,371/month
716 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$825/month
0 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,000/month
0 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Sterling, CO?

In the past year, rent has increased by 1.7%, which averages out to $15 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

August 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Sterling, CO

August 2026
$700 - $1,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Sterling, CO
Percentage*
Rent Range
20% Below $700/month
60% $700 - $1,000/month
20% $1,001 - $1,500/month
0% $1,501 - $2,000/month
0% Above $2,000/month

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Sterling, CO?

Because the average rent in Sterling is $863, you’ll want to make about $2,876 per month or $34,512 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.

City

Sterling, CO

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How does Sterling, CO compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare Sterling, CO to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.

Apartment Averages

Apartment Communities in Sterling We Think You'll Love

Whitcomb Apartments

Whitcomb Apartments

1503 Fillmore St,
Sterling, CO 80751

1-3 Beds | $993 - $1,371

Furnished Studio-Sterling

Furnished Studio-Sterling

2500 E Chestnut St,
Sterling, CO 80751

Studio | $1,529

431 Elm St

431 Elm St

431 Elm St,
Sterling, CO 80751

3 Beds | $1,700

617 Douglas St

617 Douglas St

617 Douglas St,
Sterling, CO 80751

2 Beds | $875

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Sterling?

The average rent in Sterling is $863 per month, which is 48.1% lower than the national average of $1,663.

Are rents going up or down in Sterling?

Rents in Sterling, CO are increasing, with prices up 1.7% year-over-year and $15 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Sterling?

In Sterling, CO, 60% of apartments fall between $700 - $1,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Colorado Sterling Rental Trends

Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

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