Upper/Lower vs Side by Side Duplex

[Jared Baker]

Hi BP, I am wondering what peoples thoughts are on upper/lower vs side by side duplexes.  I grew up in a town that only had side by side duplexes and finding an upper/lower duplex was rare.  However, when I went to college, it was the exact opposite.  So with looking to possibly buy a duplex and I would like to know everyone's opinion.

• What are the pros/cons of either property?
• Is one more likely to bring better tenants?
• Are rents different between the two or do they bring roughly the same amount if they are found in the same area?

Thanks!