Trouble Finding a House Hack Property in Hudson Valley, NY

[Charlie Dedinsky]

Hi BP Community,

I hope you're doing well! I’m a 23-year-old starting out in real estate investing, with an immediate goal to house hack a 2-4 unit property in the Hudson Valley, NY, focusing on Orange and Ulster Counties (open to Dutchess as well).

What I’m Looking For:

• Property Type: Duplex or 2-4 unit property
• Price Range: $350,000–$500,000
• Plan: Live in one unit (likely a 1B1B) and rent out the other(s)
• Location: Ideally within 45 minutes of Newburgh, focusing on Orange, Ulster, and Dutchess Counties
• Timeline: I’m aiming to close on a property by April, but I’m flexible and focused on finding the right deal.

I’ve been searching on Zillow and Realtor.com, but most listings don’t seem to fit the numbers or have already been picked over. I’ve also struggled to connect with local professionals who understand house hacking and rental markets in this area.

I’m looking for advice on finding possible properties, but I’d also love networking opportunities and recommendations for knowledgeable agents, lenders, and other investors.

Thanks for reading!

Charlie