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3beds
2.1baths
1,954sqft
230days on market

3136 Sterling Way, Portsmouth, VA 23703

Under ContractResidential · built 2001 · STERLING COVE

Facts & features

Type

Residential

Year built

2001

Price / sqft

$153

Condo fee

$300/mo

Taxes

$3,392/yr

County

Portsmouth VA

MLS #

10617801

Condo association includes

Ground MaintPool

$300/mo condo fee · STERLING COVE CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION · per the REIN MLS listing record — confirm inclusions with the association.

Interior

Bedrooms
3
Full baths
2
Half baths
1
Approx. sqft
1,954
Stories
2
Flooring
Carpet, Laminate/LVP, Vinyl
Ensuite bedrooms
1
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
6
Other rooms
1st Floor BR, Attic, Breakfast Area, PBR with Bath, Pantry, Porch, Utility Room, 1st Floor Primary BR
Appliances
Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Equipment
Cable Hookup, Ceiling Fan, Gar Door Opener
Accessibility
Main Floor Laundry

Construction & exterior

Style
Transitional, Twinhome
Subtype
Attached
Foundation
Crawl
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Brick
Pool
No Pool

Utilities & systems

Heating
Forced Hot Air, Nat Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Water heater
Gas
Water
City/County
Sewer
City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Subdivision
STERLING COVE
Unit / floor
1
Zoning
URH
Ownership
Condo
Garage
Yes
Parking
Garage Att 1 Car, 2 Space, Driveway Spc
Possession
CLOSING
Disclosures
Residential 55+ Community, Disclosure Statement, Resale Certif Req

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Sources: REIN MLS record · city assessor · null fields are suppressed, never faked

About this home

ENJOY CAREFREE CONDO LIVING IN THE EXCEPTIONALLY WELL MAINTAINED 55+ COMMUNITY OF STERLING COVE. TUCKED-IN ON A QUIET CUL-DE-SAC THIS HOME OFFERS 3 BDRMS, 2.5 BATHS, ELEGANT 2-STORY FOYER, LARGE EAT-IN-KITCHEN w/AMPLE CABINETS FLOWS SEAMLESSLY INTO A SPACIOUS GREAT RM w/CATHEDRAL CEILING & COZY GAS FP, 1ST FLOOR PRIMARY SUITE HAS WALK-IN CLOSET, BATH w/DOUBLE SINK VANITY, SHOWER & FABULOUS STEP-IN PREMIER SHOWER/TUB PROVIDES EXTRA SAFETY. DECK OFF OF GREAT RM. CONDO FEE COVERS EXTERIOR & GROUNDS MAINTENANCE, CRAWL SPACE, ROOF & WINDOWS. COMMUNITY AMENITIES-POOL, CLUBHOUSE, GAZEBO ON LOVELY MARSH OF STERN'S CREEK. LOCATED MINUTES FROM SENTARA/BON SECOURS MEDICAL & EMERGENCY FACILITIES, I664, RESTAURANTS & GROCERY. The 20%  rule for allowing residents under the age of 55 has not been met, so this property may be purchased by an individual under the age of 55 years.

Listing courtesy of Michelle Knowles · BHHS RW Towne Realty · REIN MLS #10617801

Tom & Dariya's overview

Our read on this home

by Tom & Dariya Milan, REALTORS® · Brokered by LPT Realty

At a glance

3136 Sterling Way is a 1,954-square-foot, three-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath home in Portsmouth's Sterling Cove neighborhood, built in 2001. Groceries, coffee, and a baseball field are all within a short walk, and two major military installations are under ten minutes away.

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Why this home stands out

Sterling Cove delivers a quiet, established pocket of Portsmouth with surprisingly walkable everyday conveniences — two grocery stores and a neighborhood café are literally steps from your front door. The 2001 construction means you get a layout that actually works for modern life: three bedrooms, two and a half baths, and nearly 2,000 square feet spread across a residential-scale lot, all without the maintenance demands of a much older home.

STERLING COVE and the Portsmouth real estate market

Sterling Cove sits in the Churchland area of Portsmouth, a part of the city that has long attracted people who want suburban calm without sacrificing access. The streets here are quiet and residential, but the surrounding corridor along Route 17 keeps daily errands genuinely effortless. Portsmouth itself is one of Hampton Roads' most underappreciated cities — it borders Norfolk and Chesapeake, sits at the heart of the region's military and medical infrastructure, and carries a deep maritime character that shows up in its waterfront parks, its historic Olde Towne district, and the easy sense that you're somewhere with real roots. Families comparing Portsmouth homes for sale often find that the Churchland section offers one of the better balances of price, space, and commute convenience in the entire metro. The 23703 zip code covers a broad swath of western Portsmouth that feels more like a classic American suburb than the dense urban core — wider lots, mature trees, and a pace that lets you breathe.

What's nearby

Daily life is genuinely easy at 3136 Sterling Way. Food Lion and ALDI are both 0.2 miles out, so a grocery run rarely takes more than fifteen minutes round-trip. When you want to skip cooking, Billy D's Seafood & Chicken and Harvey's Hot Dogs are both within a tenth of a mile. JoJack's Espresso Bar & Cafe is right there for your morning coffee, with a Starbucks Coffee Company and Dunkin' also close by. Planet Fitness and Full Potential Fitness and Wellness are under half a mile, and the Portsmouth YMCA is less than a mile away. Churchland Little League Baseball Fields are 0.3 miles out, and Ebony Heights Park is under a mile for open-air afternoons.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

NSA Northwest Annex is eight minutes from the front door, and Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is ten — two of the region's most active installations within a single short commute. A VA loan pairs naturally with a home like this, and the Churchland corridor keeps off-base life genuinely convenient. Three bedrooms and two and a half baths give a growing military household real room to settle in without feeling cramped.

For families upgrading

Families comparing homes for sale zoned for Churchland High School and homes for sale zoned for Churchland Elementary School will find 3136 Sterling Way worth a close look. Nearly 2,000 square feet, three bedrooms, two and a half baths, and a 2001 build mean the bones are solid and the layout is functional — no chopped-up floor plan from a mid-century remodel. Add walkable groceries and a baseball field three-tenths of a mile away, and the daily rhythm here is hard to argue with.

More buyer questions

How far is 3136 Sterling Way from NSA Northwest Annex?

NSA Northwest Annex is approximately eight minutes by car from 3136 Sterling Way, making it one of the closer residential options to that installation in Portsmouth. The route is straightforward along the Route 17 corridor.

How far is 3136 Sterling Way from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?

Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is about ten minutes away by car. That proximity is a meaningful draw for medical staff and military personnel assigned there.

Is 3136 Sterling Way in a flood zone?

Flood zone information for this address is detailed in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data for the 23703 zip code.

What is the Sterling Cove neighborhood like in Portsmouth?

Sterling Cove is a quiet, established residential neighborhood in the Churchland section of Portsmouth. It sits close to everyday retail and dining along the Route 17 corridor while maintaining a calm, suburban street character.

Are there walkable amenities near homes for sale in 23703?

Yes — 3136 Sterling Way is a strong example of the walkability you can find among homes for sale in 23703. Two grocery stores, multiple restaurants, a café, and a fitness center are all within half a mile.

Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Sterling Cove and the broader Portsmouth market well — reach out to get a straight answer on what this address means for your next move.

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Schools

VaHome School Score

Our own 1–10 rating, scored from Virginia Department of Education data.

VaHome School Score — calculated by VaHome.com from Virginia Department of Education assessment, progress, and attendance data. Attendance zones come from the MLS listing record; confirm the current zone with the school division before making an offer.

Flood & environment

FEMA flood zone X · outside the high-risk area · FIRM 515529

Flood Risk

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Hurricane Evacuation Zone

Evacuation Zone B

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Explore this neighborhood

Churchland

Churchland is an established residential neighborhood in Portsmouth, Virginia, known for its tree-lined streets and collection of well-maintained homes spanning multiple decades.

$330K

Median sale · 12 mo

$207

Sold $/sq ft

21d

Days on market

5

For sale now

$66K

HH income

46%

Owner-occupied

REIN MLS closed sales, trailing 12 mo · U.S. Census ACS 2024 5-year

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Location intelligence

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Location & Neighborhood

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Military Commute

Drive times to nearest bases

Drive times via Google Maps with current traffic patterns. Times are typical and may vary by time of day. Use the "Analyze" button up top to see live drive time to your saved base.

The numbers

Run the real carrying cost

Estimates only — taxes come from the public record; confirm rates with your lender. VA-eligible buyers: $0-down financing may apply.

Estimate your monthly payment

$1,926/mo

Principal & interest

$1,556

Property tax

$283

Home insurance

$87

PMI

None

HOA/Condo (paid separately)

$300

Estimate only. Association (HOA/condo) fees are paid separately and are not included in the payment above. Insurance assumed at 0.35% of home value annually. Actual taxes, insurance, and rate will vary by lender, credit, and property. Contact a lender for a personalized quote.

Value & history

Judge value on real ground

Asking vs. assessment

110% of $273,530

City assessment record · taxes $3,392/yr

Land share of assessed value

28% — $77,620

Improvements $195,910 · assessor record ✓

Price context — similar nearby homes

$285,000 – $369,460

The 6 most similar homes nearby (same city, within ~20% of this size, ~2.5 mi; 6 sold). Context for judging the asking price — not an appraisal or an estimate of this home's value.

22 Sandie Point LN · 1.8 mi · 2,009 sqft$315,000 sold 2026-03
34 Sandie Point LN · 1.7 mi · 2,018 sqft$302,500 sold 2026-06
330 Thelmar LN · 1.8 mi · 2,098 sqft$369,460 sold 2026-05

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Sale & Tax History

List Price

$299,900

Price / Sq Ft

$153

Annual Taxes

$3,392

Monthly Tax

$283

Condo fee

$300 / mo

Tax Rate (effective)

1.13%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedJan 27, 2026$299,900—
Price reducedJun 18, 2026$299,900−$20,000
Currently listed—$299,900—

Public-Records Assessment

Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.

10% above assessment

Total Assessed

$273,530

Land

$77,620

Improvement

$195,910

Looking for multi-year tax assessments or prior sales? REIN MLS only ships data for the current listing. For full property history, check the city assessor record:

Portsmouth Real Estate Assessor

Tax data above from REIN public-records sync. Sale timeline tracked from this listing's first appearance in our feed forward; prior owner sales are not included.

Comparable Properties

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Questions buyers ask

Is 3136 Sterling Way in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Churchland Elementary (VaHome School Score 5/10), Churchland Middle (VaHome School Score 2.7/10), Churchland (VaHome School Score 5.9/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 3136 Sterling Way in a flood zone?+
FEMA maps this parcel in Zone X, outside the high-risk Special Flood Hazard Area. See the flood section on this page for details and sources.
Is there a gym near 3136 Sterling Way?+
Yes — Full Potential Fitness and Wellness is about 0.3 miles away, per the cached nearby-places record for this address.
Are there parks near 3136 Sterling Way?+
Churchland Little League Baseball Fields is about 0.4 miles away.
Where is the nearest grocery store to 3136 Sterling Way?+
ALDI is about 0.2 miles away. The closest dining on record is Billy D's Seafood & Chicken (0.2 mi).
Does 3136 Sterling Way have a condo association?+
Yes — condo association fees are on record for this unit (the current amount is shown in the facts section on this page). The association of record is STERLING COVE CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION. Association amenities on record include: Ground Maint, Pool.
When was 3136 Sterling Way built?+
It was built in 2001, per the listing record.

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