3432 Gari LaneSchenectady, NY 12303Price: $329,000

Opportunity to nearly double the square footage in one of the areas most sought-after locations! Nestled in a peaceful, low-traffic neighborhood w/in the highly desirable Guilderland Central School District (National Blue Ribbon Award-winning Pine Bush Elementary & Farnsworth Middle School) this low-tax Gari Estates ranch offers comfortable single-level living today w/a turnkey blueprint to build massive equity tomorrow! New contruction on the block happening now. Enjoy prime convenience mins from DiCaprio Park, Pine Bush Preserve, Tawasentha Park trails, & shopping & dining @ Crossgates Mall & Styvesant Plaza. Plus all major commuter highway/thruway routes are nearby. The main level offers 1,572 sq ft of living space featuring 4 BdRms (including a heated converted garage), 1.5 BathRms, a large dining room, pantry, laundry Rm, built-ins, & an additional 288 sq ft glass-enclosed 3 season rear porch. The true highlight is the expansive, framed upper level spanning the full footprint of the home. Equipped with its own exterior entrance, high-peak rooflines, dormers, insulation, & wired electrical w/new main box, this massive space is ready to be transformed. (See virtual renderings for possibilities) Whether you envision a luxury primary suite w/Spa BathRm (plumbing readily accessible below), a sprawling creative studio, or a self-contained in-law apartment, the 2nd flr layout easily accommodates generous central living space & abundant storage capabilities. Efficiency meets comfort w/natural gas radiant heated floors across one-third of the main level, & only 2 yrs ago a new ductless mini-split, new ventless gas fireplace w/mantel, new boiler & new water heater were added! Plus energy cost-saving solar panels w/desirable Purchase Plan Agreement (PPA) are transferable. A spacious front & back yard, above-ground pool, storage sheds, carport, & driveway add to the outdoor ammenties. A rare opportunity blending mid-century charm, low overhead, & huge upside potential!!