This charming, gated and detached two family home converted from a one family home (B3), is located on a quiet residential block, and sits on an oversized lot (3,300 square feet!) The home features a one car garage with a newly installed carport, offering shelter for two (2) of your cars. There is a beautifully landscaped front garden and backyard (with storage shed) which has been updated with an UNDERGROUND SPRINKLER SYSTEM. The above grade basement apartment is a bright and fully functional one bedroom, 1 bathroom, apartment with a new eat-in kitchen, and is separately metered. It is vacant and can be rented immediately providing you with steady rental income. This home also boasts SOLAR PANELS for the potential of free or reduced electricity costs, and a solar tax abatement reducing your property taxes (Currently reduced to $5,936.64 from $6,453.80). The first floor of the duplex unit includes a welcoming living room and separate dining room, 2 bedrooms, a full bathroom, an ample sized kitchen with a new refrigerator and washing machine. The second floor contains a new full bathroom with an oversized shower stall, a third bedroom, and a versatile home office area that can serve as a sleeping alcove for your guests. The duplex unit also includes CENTRAL AIR CONDITIONING, keeping you cool during the hottest days of summer. Other recent updates to this home include a new water heater, new front door, new facade by the front entrance, and a whole house security system for your peace of mind (subscription service required). Conveniently located just minutes away from the 5 train (Gun Hill Road Station), restaurants and other shops on E. Gun Hill Road. Showings are by appointment only. Call or email for your appointment today!