Going to househack a multifamily by moving to another State

[Michael Hill]

Good Morning

My bride and I will be moving to Corpus Christi, TX and will be looking for a multifamily (4 or less) to house hack.  We are wondering what resources are available (besides the usual cursory google search) to determine 'best and worst' neighborhoods.  If we were to ask a realtor, they usually give us the 'neutral' answer because they're not allowed to discriminate, etc (or so I've been told?)

What I'm wondering is how we can find some resources to help us better determine one of the key aspects of real estate (location) in a city and state we don't currently live it (but will be moving to). 

This will be a 4 year project for us, then we'll cash out refi and repeat. 

What resources do you folks currently use in a city/state that you plan on moving to ?

Thanks. !