You'll get a feel for the age of the neighborhoods, the vitality of the commercial buildings, the ease of location, the closeness to jobs.The markets you're describing are more linear, and usually have lower capital appreciation.

Thus, your profit margin is lower (than the all-cash offer), but your ROI is higher.Savvy or more experienced investors may have access to Private Money.

I have noticed a lot of investors are seeking out cities that are offering lower priced lots and simply adding a Modular or Manufactured and capturing a very nice cash flow.There is a new trend starting in Florida and in other states where an investor buys a piece of land or lot and add a 'Tiny Home". 

Here's a breakdown to consider:Cleveland: @Zeke Liston You're right, Cleveland often boasts lower purchase prices, making entry easier.

On crime... one positive trend is that APD, in partnership with the courts, has lowered the previously skyrocketing murder rate.

In decades past, carriers were allowing people to carrier lower limits of insurance on their properties. 

That gives you a great advantage to the lending investors are getting here in the states with the much lower interest rates. 

Also see if monthly gap might be lower as a mid- or short-term rental.

@Rafael Ramos All your goals contradict each other:(1) Cashflow: buy Class C & D properties2) Appreciation: buy Class A & B properties3) Low Crime: buy Class A & B properties4) Why would you want your investments to lose money to lower your taxes?

My expenses are lower in Stessa and my CapEx is higher.