Good Markets Around Northern Virginia to Invest in for Rentals?

[Ganesh S.]

Hi All,

I’m relatively new to real-estate investing but am looking to take action in the coming months if not year. I reside in Northern Virginia (Herndon) where properties are expensive and have been exploring out of state options for buy and hold rentals that are within a 1-2 hour drive away. This would include Richmond in my own state, Baltimore City/County in Maryland and Harrisburg in Pennsylvania. Would welcome your thoughts about these markets (how landlord friendly, cash flow vs. appreciation, tenant pool and quality, neighborhoods to consider/avoid, etc.). Admittedly it’s rather open-end but perhaps a starting point to dig further. Thank you!

[Mark H. Porter]

Here's your homework for today.  Anything beyond this is anecdotal. -> 

https://www.huduser.gov/portal/ushmc/regional.html?regionid=3