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$299,900
$153 / sqft · est. $2,226/mo →
3beds
2.1baths
1,954sqft
171days on market

3136 Sterling Way, Portsmouth, VA 23703

ActiveResidential · built 2001 · STERLING COVE

About this home

The listing, in the seller's words

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

VaHome team overview

Our read on this home

At a glance

3136 Sterling Way is a three-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath home in Portsmouth's Sterling Cove neighborhood, built in 2001 and offering nearly 2,000 square feet of living space just minutes from two major military installations and a walkable cluster of everyday conveniences.

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Why this home stands out

What sets 3136 Sterling Way apart is the combination of a well-established 2001-built floor plan with genuine proximity to both NSA Northwest Annex and Naval Medical Center Portsmouth — two bases that rarely share a short commute from the same address. Add a grocery store literally two-tenths of a mile away and a coffee shop at the same distance, and daily logistics become almost effortless.

STERLING COVE and the Portsmouth real estate market

Sterling Cove is a quiet, established residential community tucked into the western edge of Portsmouth, Virginia. Streets here are lined with homes from the early 2000s that have settled into a mature, lived-in character — sidewalks, consistent lot sizes, and neighbors who have been around long enough to wave hello. The area sits in Portsmouth's Churchland district, a part of the city that feels more suburban than urban while still keeping you connected to everything the broader Hampton Roads region offers. Portsmouth itself is one of the seven cities that make up Hampton Roads, and it punches above its weight in terms of access — you're close to Norfolk, Chesapeake, and Suffolk without the congestion that comes with living deeper inside those markets. The Sterling Cove Portsmouth real estate corridor is particularly appealing to buyers who want a low-drama commute to the naval corridor running along the Elizabeth River. Life here moves at a comfortable pace, and the surrounding streets give you the kind of neighborhood feel that newer master-planned communities often try to manufacture.

What's nearby

Everyday errands barely require a drive. ALDI is 0.2 miles away, Food Lion is 0.3 miles, and a BP is right in between for quick stops. When you want a meal, Billy D's Seafood & Chicken and Harvey's Hot Dogs are both within two-tenths of a mile. Morning coffee is covered by JoJack's Espresso Bar & Cafe at 0.2 miles, with a Starbucks at 0.3 miles and a Dunkin' just down the road at 0.6 miles. For fitness, Full Potential Fitness and Wellness is 0.3 miles away, Planet Fitness is 0.5 miles, and the Portsmouth YMCA is under a mile. Churchland Little League Baseball Fields are 0.4 miles out, and Ebony Heights Park is about a mile away.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

NSA Northwest Annex is an eight-minute drive from 3136 Sterling Way, and Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is about ten minutes out — a rare pairing that covers a wide range of assignments without a brutal commute. For families navigating PCS orders, the location also makes VA loan eligibility straightforward to put to work in this price range.

For first-time buyers

At just under 2,000 square feet with three bedrooms and two and a half baths, 3136 Sterling Way offers a floor plan that gives first-time buyers room to grow without the complexity of a larger home. The 2001 build year means the major systems are past the break-in period, and the walkable access to groceries, coffee, and fitness makes the transition to homeownership feel manageable from day one.

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 closest residential options to that installation in the area.

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

Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is about a ten-minute drive from this address, which is convenient for medical staff, corpsmen, and families who need regular access to the facility.

What is the Sterling Cove neighborhood like in Portsmouth?

Sterling Cove is a well-established early-2000s community in Portsmouth's Churchland district, known for consistent lot sizes, mature landscaping, and a suburban feel with strong access to groceries, dining, and fitness options within half a mile.

Is 3136 Sterling Way in a flood zone?

Flood zone information for this address is displayed in the dedicated FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data for the most accurate and up-to-date designation.

Does Sterling Cove have an HOA?

HOA status for Sterling Cove can vary by section and year of construction — confirming whether an active HOA applies to 3136 Sterling Way specifically is best done during the due-diligence period with a title search or direct inquiry to the community.

Want to know more about 3136 Sterling Way or Sterling Cove? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty are ready to walk you through everything — reach out and let's talk.

Summary generated by AI from public records and publicly available information.

Schools

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Facts & features

The record, sourced

Type

Residential

Year built

2001

Price / sqft

$153

Condo fee

$300/mo

Taxes

$3,392/yr

County

Portsmouth VA

Waterfront

Yes

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
Waterfront
Not Waterfront

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

See more Portsmouth condos & townhomes.

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

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

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

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.

$312K

Median sale · 12 mo

$205

Sold $/sq ft

17d

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

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

$2,226/mo

Principal & interest

$1,556

Property tax

$283

Home insurance

$87

PMI

None

HOA

$300

Estimate only. 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 ✓

Why we show no algorithmic estimate.

National AVMs misprice homes whose value drivers they can't see. Instead: the sourced assessment above, the carrying cost, real price history, and honest comparables below.

Price context — similar nearby homes

$302,500 – $429,000

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.

68 Sandie Point LN · 1.7 mi · 1,900 sqft$429,000 sold 2026-05
42 Sandie Point LN · 1.7 mi · 2,000 sqft$384,000 sold 2026-07
22 Sandie Point LN · 1.8 mi · 2,009 sqft$315,000 sold 2026-03

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

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.

Market tempo

171 days on market — read it in context

Days on market reflects pricing, season, and inventory — compare it against similar nearby homes below before reading anything into it.

Questions buyers ask

Real questions, answered from the record

Is 3136 Sterling Way in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Churchland Elementary (GreatSchools 5/10), Churchland Middle (GreatSchools 5/10), Churchland (GreatSchools 5/10). 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.

The people

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

TD

Tom & Dariya Milan

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

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3136 Sterling Way, Portsmouth, Virginia 23703 · MLS #10617801 · Source: REIN MLS + public record. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed — verify independently. School zones subject to change; confirm with the local school division. All locations are described by neutral geographic fact. Equal Housing Opportunity.

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