Sterling, IL rental market
Last updated October 3, 2025
Rental market summary
The average rent for all bedrooms and all property types in Sterling, IL is $900.
$900
+$220
+$225
9
Source: Zillow Rentals data
Rental price range
The price range for all bedrooms and all property types is $575 to $1,550.
| Rent price | Number of rental properties |
|---|---|
| $500 | 2 |
| $600 | 2 |
| $800 | 3 |
| $900 | 4 |
| $1,500+ | 1 |
Average rent price over time
In the last year, rent has increased by $225 compared to the previous year.
| Last year (2024) | This year (2025) | |
|---|---|---|
| Jan | $725 | $750 |
| Feb | $700 | $725 |
| Mar | $620 | $700 |
| Apr | $625 | $700 |
| May | $625 | $775 |
| Jun | $675 | $680 |
| Jul | $900 | $750 |
| Aug | $650 | $680 |
| Sep | $750 | $680 |
| Oct | $675 | $800 |
| Nov | $650 | No data |
| Dec | $750 | No data |
Market temperature
The Sterling, IL rental market temperature is COOL. Market temperature is based on changes in renter demand compared to the national average. For example, a hot market has increasing demand.
Temperature is based on all bedrooms and all property types.
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Rent in Sterling, IL is 56% lower than the national average.
$900
$2,039
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Frequently asked questions
1. What is the average rent in Sterling, IL?
The average rent in Sterling, IL is $900.
2. How much does it cost to rent a house in Sterling, IL?
Houses in Sterling, IL rent between $575 - $1,550 with an average rent of $900.
3. How has the rent in Sterling, IL changed in the last year?
In the last year, the rent in Sterling, IL increased by $225
4. How much has the rent in Sterling, IL increased/decreased in the last month?
In the last month, the rent in Sterling, IL increased by $220
5. How many available rentals are there in Sterling, IL?
There are currently 9 rentals available in Sterling, IL.
6. How do rent prices in Sterling, IL compare with the national average?
The average rent in Sterling, IL is $900 — 55.86% lower the national average of $2,039.