Duplex decisions and moving forward

[Sean Phillips]

All,

Looked at the neighborhood where a duplex is being offered.  In one of the original communities on Orlando, FL.  currently rented. however in doing a drive by I noticed that many homes in the area are abandoned.  Zillow shows the pricing in the area on an upward trend.  I have yet to contact the agent that has this listing and am wondering should I?  Keep in mind this would be a crack at the first investment property.

Thoughts??