$369,900

Some properties offer rental income. Others offer a bigger vision. At 33 Brown Street, you can explore both. Set in Hartford's South End neighborhood, this two-family home pairs classic character with a compelling opportunity for its next owner. A striking gabled roofline, enclosed porches, off-street parking and a detached two-car garage set the scene. The first-floor residence is currently owner-occupied; upstairs, the 3 bedroom second floor apartment showcases fresh finishes, vinyl plank flooring, an updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a refreshed bath and sun-filled rooms framed by traditional trim. Now look one level higher. The substantial walk-up third floor includes two partitioned rooms and open unfinished space. Could it become an extension of the second-floor residence and create a larger, more versatile rental? That's a possibility to investigate, subject to municipal permits, zoning, code and occupancy approvals; the third floor is not represented as approved living area. With Hartford Hospital and other major employers nearby, buyers can also explore furnished mid-term rental strategies serving healthcare travelers, where permitted. Easy connections to I-91, I-84 and Route 2 put downtown Hartford and the region within reach. This is more than a two-family. It's a chance to think ahead.