Property Attributes
- MLS#VAFX2326792
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status ACTIVE
- CountyFAIRFAX
- CityHerndon
- NeighborhoodVan Vlecks
- Zip20170
- StyleCape Cod
- Year Built1910
- Taxes$ 11683
- Price$ 799,999
- Bedrooms3
- Full Bathrooms3
- Half Bathrooms0
- Sqr Footage2300
- Lot Size0.33 Acres
Data Source:
Bright MLS
Property Description
Location, location, location! Welcome to a truly one-of-a-kind 1910 charmer just steps from Herndon's Downtown Historic District. Situated on nearly a third of an acre, this bright, sun-filled home is rich with original character, featuring refinished hardwood floors, built-in window nooks, bookcases, and cabinetry throughout. This home carries a distinctive piece of Americana history. It was built in the early 1900s by Francis Scott Key-Smitha prominent D.C. attorney and great-grandson of Francis Scott Key, author of "The Star-Spangled Banner." It's easy to imagine him retreating to this quiet Herndon cottage between his Washington casework and his research into one of the nation's most enduring songs. The upper level of the main house offers two bedrooms, while the main level includes a flexible room that can serve as a home office, den, or optional 4th bedroom. Combined with the bedroom above the detached garage, this home offers 3 official bedrooms, with the option to expand to 4 in the main house. A generous front porch (approx. 320 sqft) offers the perfect spot to entertain or enjoy a summer breeze, while the 2nd-floor balcony (approx. 32 sqft) overlooks quiet Stanton Park directly across the street. Outside, a slate side patio and a rear concrete patio create ideal space for grilling, alfresco dining, or evenings by the fire pit. Notable 2023 updates include a new roof, new attic insulation, refinished hardwood floors, and kitchen upgrades, along with updates to the 4th-bedroom loft. More recent 2025 updates include two new ceiling fans on the front porch, replacement of one of the two HVAC systems serving the main house, and a new French drain at the front of the house. The home has also seen structural improvements, including upgraded support beams in the cellar (replacing the original wood beams) and new fencing installed in the crawlspace beneath the home, creating a safe barrier for children and pets where none existed before. An oversized 2-car detached garage (built in 2014)plus a 3rd-bedroom loft and full bath added in 2016offers flexible space ideal for guests, a studio, office space. Lots of possibilities here! The property provides parking for up to 5 vehicles: two in the garage and three more in the driveway, a rare convenience this close to Downtown Herndon. Both fireplaces are decorative and non-functional. This property is not located within the Herndon Historic Preservation District (HDRB). BONUS: HOA fees include lawn care!Situated in a welcoming family neighborhood adjacent to the Herndon Community Pool, this home is minutes from Downtown Herndon's restaurants, bars, coffee shops, salons, and library, as well as the W&OD Trail, with quick access to Reston Town Center, Dulles Airport, and the Silver Line Metro.
| Elementary School | Middle School | High School |
|---|---|---|
| Herndon Elementary School | Herndon Middle School | Herndon High School |
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 7/9/2026 | Listed $799,999 |
General Features
| Living Area | 2300 |
|---|---|
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
| Heating | Baseboard - Hot Water |
| Cooling | Central A/C |
| Possession | Settlement |
| Roof | Asphalt,Shingle |
| Appliances | Stainless Steel Appliances |
| Zoning | 804 |
| HOA Fee | 179.00 |
| Garage Spaces | 2.00 |
| Association Fee Includes | Lawn Maintenance,Snow Removal,Road Maintenance,Reserve Funds |
| Patio/Porch Features | Patio(s),Porch(es),Balcony,Wrap Around |
| Architectural Style | Cape Cod |
| Security Features | Main Entrance Lock,Smoke Detector |
| Construction Materials | Fiber Cement,Brick,Aluminum Siding |
| School District | FAIRFAX COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS |
| Year Built | 1910 |
| View | Park/Greenbelt |
| Levels | 2 |
| Tax Year | 2026 |
| Ownership | Fee Simple |
| Cool Fuel | Electric |
| Accessibility | Other |
| Assoc Fee Paid Per | Monthly |
| County | FAIRFAX |
| New Construction | No |
| Property Type | Residential |
| HOA | Yes |
| Subdivision Name | VAN VLECKS |
| Garage Y/N | Yes |
| Water Access Y/N | No |
| Other Structures | Above Grade,Below Grade |
| Transportation | Airport less than 10 miles,Metro/Subway Station 1 to 3 miles |
| Full Baths | 3 |
| Status | ACTIVE |
| Directions | GPS |
| City | HERNDON |
| Disclosures | Prop Disclosure |
| Association Name | MANKIN'S COTTAGE GROVE |
| Senior Community Y/N | No |
| Lot Size Units | Square Feet |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 14256.00 |
| Tax Assessed Value | 820750.0 |
| Tax Annual Amount | 11683.0 |
| Home Warranty Y/N | No |
| Property Condition | Very Good |
| Structure Type | Detached |
| Floors In Unit Count | 2 |
| Condo/Coop Association fee Y/N | No |
| Bathrooms Full Main Level | 2 |
| Bathrooms Count Main Level | 2.00 |
| Price Per Sq Ft Total AG | 347.83 |
| Acceptable Financing | Cash,Conventional,VA,FHA |
| Additional Parcels Y/N | No |
| Community Pool Features | Other |
| Historic Y/N | No |
| Lease Considered Y/N | No |
| Vacation Rental Y/N | No |
| Virtual Tour | https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=xm5ep9U16js&brand=0&mls=1& |
| Total SQFT | 2300 |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Year Built Source | Estimated |
| Legal Subdivision | D VAN VLECKS ADDN |
| Tax Lot | 4A |
| Association Recreation Fee | No |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Breakfast Area,Built-Ins,Crown Moldings,Family Room Off Kitchen,Wainscotting,Attic |
|---|---|
| Heating Fuel | Natural Gas |
| Flooring | Solid Hardwood,Hardwood,Ceramic Tile |
| Total Fireplaces | 2 |
| Fireplace Features | Non-Functioning,Wood,Mantel(s) |
| Hot Water | Natural Gas,Electric |
| Basement (Y/N) | No |
| Heating Y/N | Yes |
| Fireplace Y/N | Yes |
| Above Grade Finished Area | 2300 |
| Central Air Y/N | Yes |
| Total Bedrooms | 3 |
| Entry Level | 1 |
| Room Type | Living Room,Dining Room,Primary Bedroom,Bedroom 2,Kitchen,Breakfast Room,Laundry,Loft,Office |
| LivingAreaSource | Estimated |
| Laundry Type | Main Floor,Hookup,Has Laundry,Washer In Unit,Dryer In Unit |
| Below Grade Unfin Area Units | Square Feet |
| Below Grade Unfin SQFT Source | Estimated |
| Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels | 3 |
| Bedrooms Count Upper Level 1 | 3 |
| Bathrooms Full Upper Level 1 | 1 |
| Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels | 1 |
| Bathrooms Count Upper Level 1 | 1.00 |
| Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels | 1 |
| Above Grade Finished Area Source | Estimated |
| Above Grade Finished Area Unit Type | Square Feet |
| Total Baths | 3 |
Exterior Features
| Exterior Amenities | Gutter System,Play Area,Sidewalks |
|---|---|
| Pool | Yes - Community |
| Parking Features | Paved Driveway,Private,Shared Driveway |
| Lot Features | Backs - Parkland |
| Water Source | Public |
| Total Parking Spaces | 5 |
| Garage Features | Garage Door Opener,Covered Parking,Additional Storage Area,Oversized,Garage - Front Entry |
| Type of Parking | Attached Garage,Driveway |
| Land Use Code | 011 |
| Foundation Details | Concrete Perimeter,Stone,Crawl Space |
| Spa | No |
| Water View Y/N | No |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.33 |
| Road Surface Type | Paved,Black Top |
| Lot Size Source | Estimated |
| Waterfront Y/N | No |
| Road Responsibility | City/County |
| Horse Y/N | No |
| Land Assessed Value | 337000.00 |
| Navigable Water Y/N | No |
| Water Oriented Y/N | No |
| # of Attached Garage Spaces | 2 |
Room Details
| Room | Dimensions | Level | Flooring | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bedroom 2 | Upper 1 | Flooring - HardWood,Balcony Access | ||
| Breakfast Room | Main | Flooring - Laminate Plank,Lighting - Ceiling | ||
| Dining Room | Main | Fireplace - Other,Flooring - HardWood,Lighting - Ceiling | ||
| Kitchen | Main | Flooring - HardWood,Lighting - Ceiling | ||
| Laundry | Main | Flooring - Vinyl,Lighting - Ceiling,Lighting - Recessed | ||
| Living Room | Main | Flooring - HardWood,Fireplace - Other,Lighting - Ceiling,Lighting - Pendants | ||
| Loft | Upper 1 | Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Carpet,Lighting - Ceiling,Lighting - Recessed | ||
| Office | Main | Flooring - HardWood,Lighting - Ceiling | ||
| Primary Bedroom | Upper 1 | Flooring - HardWood,Ceiling Fan(s) |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
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