Why this home stands out
What sets this address apart is the combination of square footage and privacy you rarely find in a condo — 1,618 square feet means real living space, not a compromise. Each of the two bedrooms has its own dedicated full bath, a layout that works equally well for roommates, guests, or a home office setup. Add in the walkable retail corridor right outside the community and two military bases under ten minutes away, and the address checks a lot of boxes at once.
STERLING COVE and the Portsmouth real estate market
Sterling Cove sits in the Churchland area of Portsmouth, Virginia — one of the city's most practical and livable pockets. The neighborhood has a quiet, residential feel while being surrounded by the kind of everyday infrastructure that makes life genuinely easier. Grocery stores, coffee shops, fitness centers, and casual dining are all within a half-mile, so most daily errands don't require getting on a highway. Churchland itself is a well-established part of Portsmouth with a mix of single-family homes, condos, and long-rooted community institutions. Portsmouth as a whole offers a more affordable entry point into Hampton Roads compared to neighboring Virginia Beach or Norfolk, without sacrificing access to the region's major employers, waterfronts, or military installations. The city sits at the heart of the region's road and bridge network, making it surprisingly easy to reach all corners of Hampton Roads. For anyone weighing where to plant roots in this metro, the Sterling Cove address in Portsmouth delivers a strong combination of convenience, community, and connectivity.
What's nearby
Day-to-day errands are genuinely easy from 3150 Sterling Way. ALDI and Harris Teeter are both within 0.3 miles, covering budget shopping and full-service grocery needs without a long drive. For coffee, JoJack's Espresso Bar & Cafe is just 0.2 miles away — a local option that beats a chain most mornings — and Starbucks is 0.3 miles out when you want the familiar. Full Potential Fitness and Wellness is 0.2 miles away, with Planet Fitness and the Portsmouth YMCA also close by. Churchland Little League Baseball Fields and Ebony Heights Park offer outdoor space within a mile, and quick bites from Little Caesars and Subway are practically around the corner.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
NSA Northwest Annex is about eight minutes away, and Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is roughly ten — both without navigating major highway interchanges. That kind of proximity matters on early-report mornings and long duty days. The two-bath layout means two people on different schedules can move through the morning without getting in each other's way, and a VA loan can make this address even more accessible for eligible buyers.
For first-time buyers
At 1,618 square feet, this is more space than most first condos offer, and the two-bath floor plan means you're not sharing a bathroom with guests or a partner on opposite schedules. Sterling Cove's walkable location keeps car dependency low, and the surrounding Churchland corridor has everything from grocery stores to gyms within half a mile. It's a practical, well-sized starting point in a city that offers real value in Hampton Roads.
More buyer questions
How far is 3150 Sterling Way #42 from NSA Northwest Annex?
NSA Northwest Annex is approximately 8 minutes by car from this address, making it one of the closer residential options to that installation in the Portsmouth area.
How far is 3150 Sterling Way #42 from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is about 10 minutes away by car, a straightforward commute that avoids most of the region's heavier traffic corridors.
Is 3150 Sterling Way #42 in a flood zone?
Flood zone information for this address is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page — check that section for the current FEMA designation and any relevant details.
Does Sterling Cove have an HOA?
Yes, Sterling Cove is a community with a homeowners association — HOA details including what's covered and any applicable rules are worth confirming directly during the purchase process.
What is the square footage of the condo at 3150 Sterling Way #42?
The unit is 1,618 square feet, which is on the larger end for a two-bedroom, two-bath condo and provides meaningful room for a home office, dedicated dining space, or comfortable guest accommodations.
Want to know more about 3150 Sterling Way #42 or Sterling Cove? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this Portsmouth market well — reach out and let's talk through what fits your situation.
