Thoughtfully updated 2-family home in one of Maplewood's most convenient neighborhoods. Whether you're seeking a savvy investment/passive income, a multigenerational setup, or to create one large home, this one delivers on every front! Spanning 3 floors, both full-floor units offer hardwood floors, great natural light, and 3 bedrooms with 1 full bath and an en-suite half bath. 1st fl unit boasts bright living & dining rooms, an eat-in kitchen with stainless steel appliances, and an elegant full bath with porcelain tile, a soaking tub shower, and a granite counter top. 2nd fl unit was completely renovated with modern styling. The open living, dining, and kitchen areas feature recessed & updated lighting, and the stunning kitchen boasts stainless appliances and a lovely backsplash. The redone full bath absolutely dazzles! The expansive unfinished basement - accessible from both units via interior stairwell & via garage - houses laundry, utilities, space for storage, and a powder room. Tremendous potential to finish to your taste and needs! Outside, enjoy a private fenced backyard, built-in 2-car garage, and ample driveway parking. Walking distance to 40th St. Park, 1 block to Stuyvesant Ave's bustling retail/dining corridor, with bus lines 1-2 blocks away heading to Newark Penn Station, retail/dining in Union & Irvington, and just a 7 min. drive to Maplewood Train Station w/direct service to NYC Penn Station. This home offers endless opportunity! Some pics virtually staged.