$1,700,000

Rarely available! Sunny, light- filled house in the highly sought after Sunnyside Gardens Historic district. All-day natural light fills this truly special Queens two-family home with a total of 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, currently configured as a two-bedroom, two-bathroom owner’s residence topped by a one-bedroom, one-bathroom duplex. With lovely interiors, charming outdoor space, and a wonderful location surrounded by tree-lined streets, this rowhouse is an ideal opportunity for investors or homebuyers seeking additional rental income or multigenerational living space. It could also be transformed into a magnificent single-family dwelling. If light is important to you, you’ll find no other house that offers sunlight, moonlight and starry skies. Three large skylights on the roof and three glass floor panels allow stunning sky views to cascade throughout the upper duplex, making this home a true treasure. Throughout the expansive 3,896-square-foot abode, you’ll find hardwood floors, updated kitchens and baths, and abundant windows framing leafy views in every direction. In the owner’s unit, an ample living room with a bay window leads to a beautiful kitchen featuring modern appliances. The bright breakfast room, featuring southern and western exposures, is perfect for indoor/outdoor entertaining thanks to its sliding glass door that provides access to the deck and backyard. Imagine watching leaves change color in autumn and flowers bloom in spring in this sunny retreat, while the front yard offers a north-facing shade garden. Two bedrooms and a full bathroom complete the main level. Below, the flexible lower level is anchored by an expansive rec room surrounded by a wall of closets, cabinetry and a wet bar. A mudroom with a washer-dryer, another full bathroom, and a large flex space ideal as a home office or guest room add convenience. In the upper duplex, you’ll find an oversized living room, a full kitchen with a washer-dryer, and a screened deck with its own garden vistas. Enjoy a large bedroom, a windowed bathroom and abundant closet space. Above, the huge attic doubles your living space beneath exposed beams and skylights. Shoji screens and built-ins with a fold-down desk add a designer touch to this sun-splashed home. This lush Sunnyside Gardens Historic district neighborhood is filled with parks and playgrounds, including the beloved, members-only Sunnyside Gardens Park, which features recreational facilities, picnic areas and community events. The year-round greenmarket, LaGuardia College, PS150 and YMCA are all minutes away. Just across 39th Avenue, you’ll find a wealth of stores, including H Mart, BJs, Marshalls, Old Navy, Food Bazaar, Home Depot and more. This Queens enclave is just 25 minutes from Midtown Manhattan on the 7 train, and two bus routes take you directly into the city. The M and R trains, additional bus service, and the BQE are also within reach