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Chris Huntington
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Stockton vs. Fresno vs. Bakersfield (or another city)

Chris Huntington
  • San Diego , Ca
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Hi folks, I need some market comparison advice for a rental property in Central Valley (California.) 

Here's my criteria:

  • $75,000 - $120,000
  • Cash only (don't want to finance)
  • Growing area with a strong rental market 
  • Not a fixer-upper

I've done a fair amount of research but am still not sure which city/area in Central Valley is the best investment right now so I can narrow my search down to one or two areas.

After exploring single family homes, I've decided to get a 2 or 3 bedroom condo instead, I don't mind paying HOA fees, and prefer that to having all the maintenance and repair expenses of a SFH. I've bought condos before and did well. I know they tend to have less of a monthly cash flow a because of the HOA, and may not appreciate as much as a house, but I'm ok with that. I just need a good, solid income generator in a growing city.

Would greatly appreciate any guidance on which cities are best, given my critera.

Many thanks, 

Chris H.

San Diego, CA 

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