Last updated October 9, 2026
Sterling Lake — Lexington, South Carolina.
Sterling Lake is a small neighborhood of about 30 single-family homes in Lexington, South Carolina, built around a private community lake. Homes are on Sterling Lake Drive and Sterling Lake Court, have a Lexington mailing address (ZIP 29072), and are part of Lexington School District One. Lots are large, often half an acre to an acre or more.
Sterling Lake is not on Lake Murray. The lake in the name is the neighborhood's own private lake, owned by the Sterling Lake Association. Browse more on our Neighborhoods page.
The Patrick O'Connor Team keeps this guide current and is always happy to answer questions about Sterling Lake.
About Sterling Lake
Sterling Lake is a quiet, low-density neighborhood of private streets built around a community lake.
- Setting: private streets on large lots around a community lake owned by the neighborhood association
- Size: about 30 homes
- Streets: Sterling Lake Drive and Sterling Lake Court, both listed as private roads
- Homes: single-family homes, mostly four or five bedrooms, mostly story-and-a-half
- Exteriors: brick and fiber-cement siding
- Years built: mostly the mid-2000s, with a scattering of newer homes up to 2025
- Lot size: generally half an acre to an acre or more
- Association: Sterling Lake Association and Sterling Lake Homeowners Association, which own the lake and shared land
- Extras: local marketing describes a gated entrance, shared dock, gazebo, and walking trails; ask us to confirm
- Jurisdiction: Lexington mailing address (ZIP 29072), outside the Town of Lexington limits
Homes for Sale in Sterling Lake
Homes in Sterling Lake come up for sale throughout the year, and the best ones can move quickly. Call The Patrick O'Connor Team at 803-243-0224 or use the button below for a current list of active and upcoming listings, and we'll set you up with alerts the moment something new hits the market.
Market Data as of October 2026
Sterling Lake is small, so homes change hands only occasionally. Over the past twelve months very few closed. Because the homes vary in age from the mid-2000s to brand new and sit on lots of very different sizes, and about half have pools, price depends on the lot, size, updates, and extras. Call 803-243-0224 and we'll pull the most recent sales of homes like the one you're considering.
Community details on this page come from Lexington County public property information, the Sterling Lake association records on the county map, current listings, and the county flood map, and the Lexington School District One school locator, checked October 9, 2026. Ask us for the latest comparable sales and any recorded neighborhood restrictions.
Types of Homes
Sterling Lake is single-family homes, many of them executive-sized. Four-bedroom plans are the most common, with a good number of five-bedroom homes, mostly story-and-a-half with the primary suite on the main level. Brick and fiber-cement siding are the usual exteriors.
Roughly half the homes have private pools. Most homes date from the mid-2000s, so updates to kitchens, baths, and systems matter, and a few newer homes have been added over the years. Lots are large for the area, so ask us how a specific home sits on its lot and whether it has a view of the community lake.
Neighborhood Amenities
The neighborhood's centerpiece is its private community lake, owned by the Sterling Lake Association. Local marketing also describes a gated entrance, a shared dock, a gazebo, and walking trails. We have not independently confirmed these, so ask us for the current details and rules before you count on them.
Because the streets are private, upkeep is handled by the neighborhood rather than the county or state. Ask us for the current association dues, what they cover, and the recorded restrictions that apply to a specific address.
Shopping, Dining, and Recreation
Sterling Lake is in the Lexington area, with Lexington's shopping and dining reached by the main roads nearby.
Everyday shopping, groceries, medical offices, and restaurants are all part of the greater Lexington area, and our Patrick's restaurant recommendations lists places we like to eat around the Midlands. For a wider look at the area, see our Lexington real estate market overview.
Tell us what you want close by — groceries, dining, parks, or a particular commute — and we'll show you the options from the exact address you're considering.
Contact The Patrick O'Connor Team
Patrick O'Connor
The Patrick O'Connor Team
Coldwell Banker Realty
607 Columbia Avenue
Lexington, SC 29072
803-243-0224
patrick.russell.oconnor@gmail.com
Home Prices
Sterling Lake homes sit on lots of very different sizes, range in age from the mid-2000s to new, and about half have pools, so price depends heavily on the lot, size, updates, and extras. We don't publish a single neighborhood average, because one number hides those differences.
Thinking about a specific home? Ask us for a current comparative market analysis built from the most similar recent Sterling Lake sales. If you own here, our Lexington home values guide explains how we look at value.
Quick Facts
- Location: Sterling Lake Drive, Lexington, SC (ZIP 29072)
- Jurisdiction: Lexington County, outside the Town of Lexington
- Type: single-family homes, mostly four or five bedrooms
- Size: about 30 homes
- Years built: mostly the mid-2000s, with some newer
- Community lake: private lake owned by the Sterling Lake Association
- Streets: private roads — ask us how upkeep works
- Lake Murray: not on Lake Murray
- Schools: New Providence Elementary, Beechwood Middle, and Lexington High, per the Lexington School District One school locator
School assignments are set by address and can change. Please confirm the schools for any specific home directly with the school district, and we're happy to help you check.
Waterfront Homes
Sterling Lake is not a Lake Murray neighborhood. The lake in the name is a private community lake owned by the Sterling Lake Association, so there is no Lake Murray shoreline, no Lake Murray lake views, and no Lake Murray shoreline rules here. Whether a particular home has a view of, or access to, the community lake depends on its lot, so ask us to confirm before you make an offer.
Flood and water exposure: the county flood map shows the Sterling Lake homes in the minimal-risk zone. Because the neighborhood is built around a lake, ask us to check the flood map, the lot's position relative to the water, and insurance requirements for any home you're considering.
Lake Murray Access
Because Sterling Lake's lake is private, Lake Murray itself is not part of the neighborhood. Local marketing describes a shared dock on the community lake; we have not confirmed it, so ask us before you count on it.
If you want to reach Lake Murray, plan on launching from a public ramp or a marina. Our Lake Murray boat ramps and access guide covers public launch options around Lake Murray.
Location and Commute
Sterling Lake is in the Lexington area, reached from Sterling Lake Drive, a private road. Homes have a Lexington mailing address (ZIP 29072) and are outside the Town of Lexington limits.
Relocating to the area? Our guide to relocating to Lexington covers what to expect, and our Lexington neighborhoods page compares more areas.
Commute times vary by route and time of day — we're happy to map yours from any address you have in mind.
Nearby Neighborhoods to Compare
Compare these nearby neighborhood guides, which are on Lake Murray; Sterling Lake itself is not:
Browse more guides on our Neighborhoods page.
Buying a Home in Sterling Lake
A few things we help every Sterling Lake buyer check:
- Ask who maintains the private roads and what the association dues cover
- Ask about the community lake: who may use it, any dock or gazebo rules, and who maintains it
- Look closely at the lot — size, slope, and the distance to the water vary a lot here
- Ask us to check the flood map for the specific address, and whether flood insurance is required or advisable
- Remember the lake here is private and is not Lake Murray — if you need Lake Murray access, tell us now
- Relocating from out of town? Start with our guide to relocating to Lexington
- Ask for the HOA or covenant documents and the current dues, if any, before you write an offer
- Confirm school assignment for the specific address with the school district
- Compare recent sales of truly similar homes rather than a neighborhood average
Call The Patrick O'Connor Team at 803-243-0224 for a current home search and a tour.
Selling a Home in Sterling Lake
Sterling Lake buyers compare lot size, pools, and updates, so the lot and the extras drive the result. Have your list of updates, roof and system dates, and the association documents ready, and lead with what sets your home apart. Our Lexington home selling guide walks through the process.
We price Sterling Lake homes from the most similar recent sales, prepare the documents buyers will ask for, and build a launch plan around what makes your home stand out.
Thinking of selling? Call 803-243-0224 or use the contact button below.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Sterling Lake?
Sterling Lake is a small neighborhood of about 30 homes on Sterling Lake Drive and Sterling Lake Court in Lexington, SC (ZIP 29072). It is outside the Town of Lexington and part of Lexington School District One.
Is Sterling Lake on Lake Murray?
No. Sterling Lake is not on Lake Murray. The lake in the name is the neighborhood's own private community lake, owned by the Sterling Lake Association. We can point you to public ramps and to Lake Murray neighborhoods if you want to be on the big lake.
What kind of homes are in Sterling Lake?
Single-family homes, mostly with four or five bedrooms, mostly story-and-a-half, with brick or fiber-cement exteriors. Most were built in the mid-2000s on lots that are often half an acre to an acre or more, and about half have private pools.
Is there an HOA in Sterling Lake?
Yes. The Sterling Lake Association and Sterling Lake Homeowners Association own the community lake and shared land, and the streets are private. Ask us for the current dues, what they cover, and the recorded restrictions for a specific address before you write an offer.
What schools serve Sterling Lake?
The Lexington School District One locator listed New Providence Elementary, Beechwood Middle, and Lexington High for the Sterling Lake addresses we checked. Some older marketing pages name a different middle school, so confirm any specific home with the district.
Is Sterling Lake gated?
Local marketing describes Sterling Lake as a gated neighborhood, and the county road map lists its streets as private roads. We have not confirmed the gate arrangement, so ask us for the current details before you count on it.
The Patrick O'Connor Team publishes neighborhood guides and works with home buyers and sellers on Lake Murray and across the Midlands of South Carolina.