Leander vs Roundrock for Austin Real Estate Investment in 300k

[Romil S.]

Looking to invest in SFH in Austin suburbs for 300k max for SFH. I am getting options in both Roundrock and Leander area.

1. Which one is better from consistent rental / finding reliable tenant perspective? Leander OR Roundrock?

2. Which one has better potential for appreciation ? Leander OR Roundrock?  It seems Distance wise both are similar from Domain and tech companies

3. I am hearing that for investing in Texas, it is important to find newer homes (aka newer than 2010, as resale wise newer homes would hold more value down the line) - how true is this ? 

4. New Construction and closer to Costco / Walmart but almost non-existant yard vs 2008-2009 homes with 6000 sqft lot - which one would hold more value down the line? Is it important for homes to be closer to shopping amenities and work ? would 20 mins vs 30 mins commute make much diff?

5. Does it matter in Texas demographic to have single storey vs 2 storey homes? which one is more prefered ? 

6. If 2 storey , how important is it to have 1 full bedbath on floor 1?

Any pointers on this will helpful. Thanks!