Investing in Baltimore, MD

[Nghi Le]

I'm considering investing remotely in Baltimore, especially around John Hopkins University.  The numbers I've been seeing on some of the deals seem pretty good for either flipping (I'd have to have a partner on the ground that I can trust) or as rentals.  But my biggest concern with any out-of-state investment is, "If I build it, will they come?"

I would love to hear some advice from the locals regarding this area.  I've looked at some threads regarding general Baltimore and they mention things like laws favoring the tenant and making sure there are actually sold comps otherwise your property will sit (although flippers should be doing this in any market).