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Forrest Gobble
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Rent by the Room in Austin

Forrest Gobble
  • New to Real Estate
  • Bay Area, CA
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Hi BP, 

Im very intrigued by the rent by the room model in Austin. I'd love some advice from people with experience renting by the room in slightly more expensive areas. I think the demographic I'd likely be targeting is tech employees in the Austin area. I would really appreciate any tips on rents, what this demographic values, and tips for overall rent by the room success. 

Thanks!

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Bryan Noth
  • Realtor
  • Austin, TX
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Bryan Noth
  • Realtor
  • Austin, TX
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@Forrest Gobble Mostly qualities that all renters appreciate: 

  • Clean, updated kitchen & bath, modern paint colors, stainless steel appliances, granite counters, etc.  

Bonus amenities are strong also for this particular investing model:

  • All bills paid, toiletries restocked monthly, cleaning service once a month, common area furnished, touchpad door lock, adequate parking, designated pantry & fridge areas

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