40-12 44th St

Two Family in Sunnyside Gardens Historic District Historic Two family house in Sunnyside Gardens Two family nestled in picturesque Sunnyside Gardens. This lovely two family home is located on a quiet block in one of Queens most sought after neighborhoods. The first floor features a large one bedroom (converted from two bedrooms) and an ample living room with an east facing bay window. The west facing bedroom overlooks the private backyard and benefits from plentiful sunlight exposure and the tranquility of nature. There is an upgraded full bath with shower on the first floor next to the bedroom. The kitchen is connected t to the dining area; it has modern appliances, dishwasher and a door to the backyard. The finished basement has pergo flooring, washer/dryer and full bathroom. The second floor apartment has two bedrooms with an upgraded kitchen and bath. There is a private terrace off the kitchen overlooking Sunnyside Gardens. Building size: 25' X 28' / Lot size: 25' X 95' / Yearly taxes approximately : $8,840 Sunnyside Gardens is one of the first planned communities in the United States. This historic brick house was built in 1926 as part of a planned Garden district inspired by the English Garden City movement. This landmark neighborhood of historic brick row houses has consistently gotten press from publications like the NYTimes for its livability and ease of commute to mid-town Manhattan, Grand Central Station, airports and LIRR. The tree lined blocks of Sunnyside Gardens offer an oasis of greenery just minutes to midtown where graceful homes open onto adjoining backyards, creating a rare abundance of green landscapes. Owners also enjoy membership access to Sunnyside Gardens Park - one of only two private parks in New York featuring a ball field, bicycle track, skate ramp, sprinklers, tennis and basketball courts, playgrounds, and a picnic area. Sunnyside offers an eclectic mix of shops and restaurants just a few blocks away on Skillman Avenue. There is a local Green Market, dog run and playgrounds. The number #7 subway line will get you to Grand Central in 15 minutes, and the Q32 & Q60 buses on Queens Boulevard go to Manhattan. You can also access the LIRR in Woodside and LaGuardia airport within 15 minutes.