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$299,900

$153 / sqft · est. $2,226/mo →

3beds

2.1baths

1,954sqft

248days 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

Three-bedroom, two-bath home in Sterling Cove, Portsmouth built in 2001. Just ten minutes to Naval Medical Center Portsmouth. About 1,954 square feet on a settled neighborhood street. Meet a home designed for easy daily living.

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Why this home stands out

Sterling Cove sits in a quiet pocket of Portsmouth where you're steps from groceries, coffee, and dining. The layout spans nearly 2,000 square feet across three bedrooms and two full baths plus a half bath. Built in 2001, the home carries solid bones and a straightforward floor plan. You'll find the neighborhood walkable to everyday errands and close to military installations. This is the kind of block that anchors homes for sale in 23703.

STERLING COVE and the Portsmouth real estate market

Sterling Cove is a residential neighborhood where tree-lined streets and modest single-family homes create a lived-in, stable feel. Neighbors know each other, and the blocks are quiet enough for outdoor play. Portsmouth itself is a working waterfront city with deep military ties and a growing downtown. You're minutes from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth and USCG Base Portsmouth, making commutes short for anyone stationed there. Getting around is straightforward: local roads connect easily to I-264 and the broader Hampton Roads area. Daily life centers on nearby shops, parks, and restaurants within walking distance. If you're comparing homes for sale in Portsmouth, note that Sterling Cove offers that rare combination of neighborhood peace and urban convenience.

What's nearby

Food Lion and ALDI sit just two blocks away for quick grocery runs. Billy D's Seafood & Chicken and Harvey's Hot Dogs are steps from your door, and JoJack's Espresso Bar & Cafe serves coffee and breakfast within a short walk. Starbucks is a few minutes by car. Churchland Little League Baseball Fields is a third of a mile away, perfect for weekend games. Planet Fitness and Full Potential Fitness and Wellness are both under half a mile, and the Portsmouth YMCA rounds out fitness options. Ebony Heights Park offers green space less than a mile north.

For different buyers

Base commute and VA loan notes

Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is roughly ten minutes away by car. USCG Base Portsmouth sits eleven minutes south. VA loan financing is common in this area, and the home's 2001 construction means fewer surprise repairs during your move-in window. The neighborhood's proximity to both installations makes daily commutes manageable.

Room to grow

Three bedrooms give you space for a home office, guest room, or additional sleeping areas. Two full baths plus a half bath reduce morning conflicts. Nearly 2,000 square feet spreads across a layout that doesn't feel cramped. The settled neighborhood means yards and streets where outdoor activities thrive.

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Schools

VaHome School Score

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

ElementaryChurchland Elementary School
4.9/10
MiddleChurchland Middle School
2.7/10
HighChurchland High School
5.9/10

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 (FEMA)

Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer · FIRM 515529

Low / Moderate Risk

FEMA flood zone

X (low to moderate risk)

Base flood elevation

Not applicable in low-risk zones

Zone X is outside the Special Flood Hazard Area; FEMA doesn\u2019t define a BFE here.

Property elevation

15 ft above sea level

USGS 3DEP digital elevation model

Outside the high-risk Special Flood Hazard Area. Federal flood insurance is NOT required, though optional preferred-rate NFIP coverage is still worth considering in coastal Hampton Roads.

Data sources: Flood zone and base flood elevation come from FEMA\u2019s National Flood Hazard Layer. Property elevation is sampled from a single point on the parcel using the USGS National Map elevation service \u2014 actual elevations across a single property can vary by several feet higher or lower than the figure shown. Use these numbers as a starting reference and do your own due diligence (a professional survey or elevation certificate) before relying on them for any financial, insurance, or construction decision.

Hurricane Evacuation Zone

Evacuation Zone B

Source: Virginia Dept. of Emergency Management — Know Your Zone

Explore this neighborhood

Churchland

Churchland is a settled home neighborhood in Portsmouth, Virginia. It is known for tree-lined streets and well-kept homes built across many decades.

$315K

Median sale · 12 mo

$207

Sold $/sq ft

25d

Days on market

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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Neighborhood

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Location intelligence

Minutes to real places, not a score

Location & Neighborhood

Places within ~1 mile, ordered by distance from this property. Powered by Google Places.

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

Down payment20% · $59,980

Interest rate6.75%

Loan term30 years

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 – $379,990

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.

412 Robin RD · 2.2 mi · 1,804 sqft$309,000 sold 2026-03

901 Melvin DR · 2.4 mi · 1,854 sqft$285,000 sold 2026-05

107 Cypress RD · 2.2 mi · 1,744 sqft$335,000 sold 2026-09

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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)

Event	Date	Price	Detail
Listed	Jan 27, 2026	$299,900	—
Price reduced	Jun 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

Comps are selected by city, bed count, square footage and price proximity. Composite similarity score weights bed match, sqft variance, price variance, and straight-line distance.

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.

Answers generated from the listing record, verified school zones, FEMA data, and cached nearby-places data — never invented.

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3136 Sterling Way, Portsmouth, VA 23703

Facts & features

About this home

Our read on this home

Why this home stands out

STERLING COVE and the Portsmouth real estate market

What's nearby

For different buyers

Base commute and VA loan notes

Room to grow

More buyer questions

Homes like this one sell fast — see the next one first

Schools

Flood & environment

🌊 Flood Risk (FEMA)

Hurricane Evacuation Zone

Churchland

Minutes to real places, not a score

Location & Neighborhood

Military Commute

Run the real carrying cost

Estimate your monthly payment

Judge value on real ground

Sale & Tax History

Sale Timeline (this listing)

Public-Records Assessment

Comparable Properties

Questions buyers ask

You'll talk to a person, not a lead queue

See it in person — the record only says so much.

Flood Risk (FEMA)