I landed on the numbers I did because that makes it cash flow nicely for the buyer in addition to meeting my goals. 

In addition, you'll have depreciation recapture at rates up to 25%.

Does anyone know a property manager that supports small self-storage rentals in addition to residential rentals?

Westchester, although one of the hottest markets, has a ton of upside with opportunities for both cash-flow and equity. 2-4 family properties in Westchester are the 2nd most affordable in the NYC Metropolitan area (next to Suffolk County) making it easier to find cashflow opportunities when compared to the boroughs and other suburbs like Nassau.A client of ours in Westchester recently purchased a < $800K 2-family with a detached 3-car garage which brings in additional rental income - from a local business owner with commercial vehicles.

You may not be able to break the contract this year but would recommend getting additional estimates going forward if you feel it is expensive.

Her husband is also a GC who can help build additional units as needed if you get something that can fit an ADU.

Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) are an increasingly popular way to generate additional rental income on an existing property.

Do you have additional capital to add?

So I saved an additional $2500 in taxes after the fact.

We have not disabled ours or converted to gas, but Tenant must sign a Fireplace Addendum stating if they use it, we require a higher renter's liability policy with us as additional insured, rules on wood, storage, use, safety, they pay for yearly professional cleaning each year they are there, etc.