36 Central AvenueTroy, NY 12180Price: $389,900

*Open Sat 7/18 11a - 1p* Never before on the market, this purpose-built side-by-side duplex has had almost $60,000 of updates in the past 8 years and offers the rare opportunity to enjoy an abundance of space and amenities while generating rental income to help pay the mortgage. Set on a quiet street in Troy's desirable east end near Emma Willard School, the classic center hall Colonial design provides outstanding curb appeal and conceals a well designed duplex where each unit includes 2 bedrooms and 1.5-bathrooms. The expanded owner's unit is truly special. Gather beneath the soaring post-and-beam ceiling in the dramatic living room, where a new gas stove creates a warm focal point for cozy evenings. Fire up the grill and entertain on the huge brand-new Trex deck overlooking the level fenced backyard, where pets can roam and kids can play safely. Whip up delicious meals in the eat in kitchen. You'll also enjoy the convenience of an oversized attached two-car garage with a partially finished workshop above--perfect for hobbies, projects, or additional storage. The tenant's unit has been tastefully updated to maximize rental appeal with a brand-new eat-in kitchen featuring granite countertops, soft-close cabinetry, and a refreshed half bath. Both residences offer comfortable, practical living with dishwashers in each kitchen, walk-in closets for each primary bedroom, separate laundry hookups in each basement, and separate driveways. The owner's unit is heated by natural gas hot-water baseboards on the first floor with electric baseboards upstairs, while the tenant's unit is heated entirely by electric baseboards, and there are separate utilities for both. A storage shed provides additional outdoor space for the tenant. Just minutes from downtown Troy, I-787, shopping, dining, and employers. Owner: Raymond G LeFevre & Dawn M. LeFevre Family Trust