Thoughts on Ridgecrest, CA

[Payman A.]

Hi gang, hope everyone is keeping well/safe.

I have an opportunity to buy my first rental triplex in CA (even though I had been avoided owning here mainly because of tenant friendly regulations).  This property is in Ridgecrest (close to the 178 and S. Gateway Blvd) with fully updated 2/1 units at about 800sf and a carport each.  I've only been active out of state and have never even been to Ridgecrest (though I like Kern county and it's apparently a beloved city there).  Accordingly, I was wondering if anyone here has thoughts/advice about the area and it's future and if any locals (or already invested members) would have an estimate as to how much rent described units should fetch?

Thanks!