1106 Monroe St Herndon, VA 20170

Listing details for 1106 Monroe St, Herndon, VA 20170 : Coming Soon! 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 in history and original character. Once a summer cottage for descendants of Francis Scott Key, this charming home features refinished hardwood floors, built-in window nooks, bookcases, cabinetry throughout, a fabulous front porch and a modern guesthouse / loft over the detached garage. 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. The 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, a new gas water heater and a new French drain at the front of the house. An oversized 2-car detached garage (built in 2014) — plus a 3rd-bedroom loft and full bath added in 2016 — offers flexible space ideal for in-laws, an au pair, or a fantastic studio / oversized office. Lots of potential with this space! Both fireplaces are decorative and non-functional. This property is not located within the Herndon Historic Preservation District (HDRB). Situated in a welcoming family neighborhood adjacent to the Herndon Community Pool, this home is just 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.