$850,000
SOLD JUN 6, 2025

3098 Alan Shepard St Herndon, VA 20171

4 Beds
4.5 Baths
2,921 Sq Ft
$96/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$291 Per Sq Ft

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Engineered Wood Flooring
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Floris Elementary School Rated A
  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • 3-minute walk to Discovery Square Playground

About This Home

As of June 2025

Rare East Facing End-Unit Townhome in Discovery Square — Nearly 3,000 Sq Ft with Rooftop Deck and Park Views!Step into this beautifully maintained, four-level end-unit townhome in sought-after Discovery Square — a rare opportunity, built in 2018 and lovingly cared for. With just under 3,000 sq ft of finished living space, this home offers an expansive open layout, privacy, and unbeatable views of the Sully Highlands athletic fields. Better than new with amazing updates, including a fully paid-for rooftop solar energy system, finished garage, and "smart" blinds & lights.Inside, you'll find four legal bedrooms, four full bathrooms, and a main-level half-bath — including a true fourth bedroom with its own full bath on the top floor, a unique upgrade in this community. The ground floor provides flexible space for a home office, gym, or media room, complete with hardwood floors and walk-out access to green space.The heart of the home is a light-filled main level featuring gleaming hardwoods, a spacious living area, and a stunning gourmet kitchen with white cabinets, crown molding to the ceiling, stainless steel appliances, and a built-in cold brew coffee maker in the fridge (yes, really — caffeine on demand!). Enjoy sunsets from the deck off the kitchen or host friends on the oversized rooftop patio.The primary suite offers a spa-inspired bathroom with a frameless glass shower, dual sinks, and a generous walk-in closet. Conveniently, your laundry is located upstairs near the bedrooms.A rare two-car garage and two-car driveway provide room for four vehicles — a major perk in this neighborhood — with guest parking just steps away. Best of all, the HOA handles all lawn and landscaping, so you can skip the yard work and enjoy the amenities.Bordering Sully Highlands Park and just minutes from Dulles Airport, the Udvar-Hazy Air & Space Museum, the future Metro Silver Line extension, and Reston Town Center. Quick access to Route 28, the Toll Road, and Fairfax County Parkway. Nearby top-rated schools including Floris Elementary, Rachel Carson Middle, Westfield High and the prestigious Nysmith School for the Gifted.Don’t miss your chance to own one of Discovery Square’s finest — schedule your showing today!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Tanya Kerr

(571) 551-1308 tanyakerr7@gmail.com Keller Williams Realty Listed on: 05/09/2025

Keller Williams Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Delana Winslow

(571) 297-5780 winslow.delana@gmail.com Pearson Smith Realty LLC License #0225264719

Pearson Smith Realty LLC

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $9,870

Year Built

  • Built in 2018

Lot Details

  • 2,030 Sq Ft Lot
  • North Facing Home

HOA Fees

  • $96 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Slab Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 2,921 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 4 Levels
  • Window Treatments
  • Alarm System

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Cooktop
  • Built-In Microwave
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Engineered Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile or Brick

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Schools

  • Floris Elementary School
  • Carson Middle School
  • Westfield High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Electric Water Heater

Community Details

  • Association fees include common area maintenance, trash, snow removal
  • Towns Of Discovery Square HOA
  • Discovery Square Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 36
  • Assessor Parcel Number 0244 07080036

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$9,870

Year Built

Built in 2018

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$96 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: End Of Row/Townhouse
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Exclusions: Alarm system
  • Inclusions: roof mounted Solar energy system
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
  • Expected On Market: 2025-05-09
  • Year Built: 2018
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Remarks Public: Rare East Facing End-Unit Townhome in Discovery Square — Nearly 3,000 Sq Ft with Rooftop Deck and Park Views! Step into this beautifully maintained, four-level end-unit townhome in sought-after Discovery Square — a rare opportunity, built in 2018 and lovingly cared for. With just under 3,000 sq ft of finished living space, this home offers an expansive open layout, privacy, and unbeatable views of the Sully Highlands athletic fields. Better than new with amazing updates, including a fully paid-for rooftop solar energy system, finished garage, and "smart" blinds & lights. Inside, you'll find four legal bedrooms, four full bathrooms, and a main-level half-bath — including a true fourth bedroom with its own full bath on the top floor, a unique upgrade in this community. The ground floor provides flexible space for a home office, gym, or media room, complete with hardwood floors and walk-out access to green space. The heart of the home is a light-filled main level featuring gleaming hardwoods, a spacious living area, and a stunning gourmet kitchen with white cabinets, crown molding to the ceiling, stainless steel appliances, and a built-in cold brew coffee maker in the fridge (yes, really — caffeine on demand!). Enjoy sunsets from the deck off the kitchen or host friends on the oversized rooftop patio. The primary suite offers a spa-inspired bathroom with a frameless glass shower, dual sinks, and a generous walk-in closet. Conveniently, your laundry is located upstairs near the bedrooms. A rare two-car garage and two-car driveway provide room for four vehicles — a major perk in this neighborhood — with guest parking just steps away. Best of all, the HOA handles all lawn and landscaping, so you can skip the yard work and enjoy the amenities. Bordering Sully Highlands Park and just minutes from Dulles Airport, the Udvar-Hazy Air & Space Museum, the future Metro Silver Line extension, and Reston Town Center. Quick access to Route 28, the Toll Road, and Fairfax County Parkway. Nearby top-rated schools including Floris Elementary, Rachel Carson Middle, Westfield High and the prestigious Nysmith School for the Gifted. Don’t miss your chance to own one of Discovery Square’s finest — schedule your showing today!
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dryer, Washer, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Icemaker, Oven - Wall
  • Flooring Type: Engineered Wood, Tile/Brick, Carpet
  • Interior Amenities: Window Treatments
  • Fireplace: No
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Levels Count: 4
  • Basement: No
  • Total Sq Ft: 2921
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2921
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 291.00
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2921
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 3098

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 5
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 3
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Upper Level 2 Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Upper Level 2 Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 2
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage, Driveway

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Security: Electric Alarm
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fees: 96.00
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Fee Includes: Common Area Maintenance, Trash, Snow Removal
  • HOA Name: TOWNS OF DISCOVERY SQUARE
  • HOA: Yes
  • Senior Community: No

Schools

  • School District: FAIRFAX COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
  • Elementary School: FLORIS
  • Middle School: CARSON
  • High School: WESTFIELD
  • Elementary School Source: Listing Agent
  • High School Source: Listing Agent
  • Middle School Source: Listing Agent
  • School District Key: 121138392980
  • School District Source: Listing Agent
  • Elementary School: FLORIS
  • High School: WESTFIELD
  • Middle Or Junior School: CARSON

Lot Info

  • Land Use Code: 031
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.05
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 2030.00
  • Year Assessed: 2025
  • Zoning: 350
  • In City Limits: No

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 9870.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 0244 07080036
  • Tax Lot: 36
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 2470
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Close Date: 06/06/2025

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: FAIRFAX COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 9, 2025
Closed on
Jun 4, 2025
Sold by
Nieves Yanira and Nieves Jose L
Bought by
Pai Raiturkar Pallavi Avadhut and Souparno Chakraborty Souparno
Seller's Agent
Tanya Kerr
Keller Williams Realty
Buyer's Agent
Delana Winslow
Pearson Smith Realty LLC
List Price
$850,000
Sold Price
$850,000
Views
72
Current Estimated Value
$853,931

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$3,931
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.72%
Original Mortgage
$765,000
Outstanding Balance
$764,349
Interest Rate
6.81%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$87,364

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 23, 2021
Closed on
Oct 20, 2021
Sold by
Hatami Derrick Royce Ken and Hatami Joanna Tu
Bought by
Nieves Jose L and Nieves Yanira
Seller's Agent
Jake Barney
Redfin Corporation
Buyer's Agent
Tanya Kerr
Keller Williams Realty
List Price
$770,000
Sold Price
$772,100
Premium/Discount to List
$2,100
0.27%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.68%
Original Mortgage
$733,495
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 31, 2018
Sold by
U S Home Corporation
Bought by
Hatami Derrick Royce Ken and Hatami Joanna Tu Phuong

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$502,990
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $850,000 First American Title
Bargain Sale Deed $772,100 Vesta Settlements Llc
Deed $702,990 North American Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $765,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $733,495 New Conventional
Previous Owner $502,990 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/06/2025 06/06/25 Sold $850,000 0.0% $291 / Sq Ft
05/16/2025 05/16/25 Pending -- -- --
05/09/2025 05/09/25 For Sale $850,000 +10.1% $291 / Sq Ft
10/21/2021 10/21/21 Sold $772,100 +0.3% $264 / Sq Ft
09/27/2021 09/27/21 Pending -- -- --
09/23/2021 09/23/21 For Sale $770,000 -- $264 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $8,984 $775,460 $205,000 $570,460
2023 $9,083 $804,880 $205,000 $599,880
2022 $8,543 $747,060 $200,000 $547,060
2021 $7,783 $663,190 $190,000 $473,190
2020 $7,798 $658,910 $190,000 $468,910
2019 $7,824 $661,080 $190,000 $471,080
2018 $2,185 $190,000 $190,000 $0
2017 $1,625 $140,000 $140,000 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: VAFX2239048

Bright MLS

APN: 0244-07080036