# of rental properties Vs. # of properties for sale

[Alexandra Gomez]

Hi, 

I am trying to analyze different neighborhoods and areas in a city to determine which are the best ones to buy a rental property. Will the difference between properties for rent and properties for sale in a city/neighborhood/area tell me anything about the demand for rental properties?

Most of the aspects considered when analyzing areas to buy rental properties in are qualitative which I understand but I am trying to look into some numeric info that can also provide me with direction.

Thanks!