412 Rutland Rd, Brooklyn, NY 11203

This gut-renovated 2-family townhouse is a perfect opportunity to live in a generously appointed townhouse and enjoy monthly rental income. Prospect Lefferts Gardens is known for its wide tree-lined streets and landmarked homes, many from the early 20th century. Just a few blocks away is Prospect Park, with its expansive greenspace, and 1 block away you'll find Wingate Park complete with recreational facilities, sports courts, and a playground.<br><br>Enter the home from the paved and gated front patio to find an entryway separating the owners duplex from the upstairs rental unit. The owner's residence offers 2 bedrooms and 2 baths, and is comprised of the parlor level and finished basement, from which you can access the spacious fenced yard. The parlor level features a large, light-filled living room with rich Brazilian oak wood floors, tall windows, elegant moldings and airy ceilings. Connected is a dining area served by a well-appointed modern kitchen featuring generous cabinetry and quartz countertops, a center island with seating, and stainless steel appliances.<br><br>The tiled basement presents additional multipurpose rec space both in the front and rear, as well as a laundry room with Whirlpool washer and dryer and a deep laundry sink, full bathroom, storage room, mechanicals, and direct backyard entry. In the yard, you'll find a patio, raised plant beds, paved space with a custom outdoor couch, and floating wooden deck. Dine alfresco on the deck under the trellis, host summer barbecues, and tend to your private garden.<br><br>Ascending to the second story, you'll find another sun-filled unit that makes a perfect rental. Oversized bayed windows, high ceilings, exposed original brick and stunning Brazilian oak floors grace the open living room. The living room includes a nook area perfect for a dining area, or to turn into a small third bedroom/office. The kitchen features generous counter and cabinet space and a Vigo stone farmers sink. The primary bedroom has a large walk-in closet with custom barn doors. Both the 1st and 2nd floor baths in the home are 4-piece, with extra deep soaking tubs and adjacent walk-in showers. Other highlights of this home include nest security cameras, Veissman tankless on-demand heating and hot water systems (one per unit), plus mini-split AC that cool & heat individual rooms where desired. The address is close to eateries, shops, the 2 and 5 trains, and other local amenities.