254 Schenck Avenue

Welcome to 254 Schenck Ave in East New York! This renovated 2-family home consists of a 3-bed/3-bath owner's duplex, and 2-bed/1-bath garden level apartment. Situated on a 25X100 ft lot, the home is conveniently located on a quiet tree-lined street only a block and half from Atlantic Avenue, less than a 5 minute walk to the A,C trains at Van Siclen Ave, and only a 7 minute walk to the J train. From this location, the J train is only a 30 minute ride to the Lower East Side. The entry level floor of the owner's duplex consists of a spacious living room, proper dining area, full bathroom, and an open kitchen great for entertaining. The kitchen features granite countertops with bar stool seating, tile backsplash, generous cabinet space, and Frigidaire stainless steel appliances including a gas range with hood. The kitchen leads out into the expansive backyard with a sizable garden area, ideal for those with a green thumb, and a recently installed 8X10 ft garden shed. With both eastern and western exposure, the home benefits from plenty of natural light. Upstairs there are two well proportioned bedrooms, each with a closet, and a smaller third bedroom that is currently being utilized as a home office. The upstairs has 2 full bathrooms, one guest bathroom, and one en-suite bath off of the primary bedroom. Additional home features include recessed lighting on the main level, and hardwood floors throughout. The garden level apartment consists of two ample sized bedrooms, cozy living area, and kitchen with Frigidaire stainless steel appliances. The unit is currently vacant and ready to generate income! Recent updates to the home include: a new roof installed in 2018, which is still under warranty. New range hoods were installed in both kitchens. Premium siding was installed in 2018 and is still under warranty. New double paned Okna windows, window bars, as well as alley gate, all installed between 2018-2019. The interior of the home has just been painted top-to-bottom, as well as the entryway steps and front fence. If looking to expand on the house, there is 1150 sq ft of unused FAR. The home is within close proximity to Highland Park, which offers soccer & baseball fields, tennis & basketball courts, and a playground. A bike trail takes you through old growth trees and circles the old Ridgewood Reservoir. Come check out this lovely home in the heart of East New York.