February 29, 2012

Situated on a high terrace at the corner of Smart and Spruce Avenues stands a neat two-story duplex that’s perfect for a growing family.

Listed by Bill and Jim Lawless of Northeast Realty, 344-346 S. Spruce Ave. is a classic “stack” duplex that could be part home, part investment property. Each unit is two bedroom, one bath, with formal living and dining areas. The bedrooms are spacious, each with a large closet. The bathrooms have been updated as well and are tastefully appointed with newer showers and vanities.

Mechanically, the building has been updated throughout with circuit breakers for each unit and newer plumbing. Steel siding has been installed over the original stucco and a newer composition roof protects the entire investment. The upstairs unit has a covered porch overlooking Spruce Avenue, too, perfect for watching the world go by on a lazy Sunday afternoon.

A detached three-car garage provides secure vehicle storage and a cavernous full basement means there’s enough storage space for most anything the modern family could use.  Add in central air in each unit with forced air gas heat and the package gets even better! There’s even a secluded back yard patio, too!

This property is an excellent way for someone to live in one unit and let the other occupied unit pay part of the mortgage. Listed at a modest $49,900, it’s something that won’t break the bank, either! Call Bill or Jim at Northeast Realty today for an exclusive showing of this Indian Mound property. They can be reached at (816) 231-8442.

– Michael Bushnell