Tell us what you really think of the opportunity and ask more specific questions.

Nice quote.Looks like a little longer DOM at this juncture.I also believe a lot of the misconception online is based around "what is the DC market"..

Don't change jobs or income yet.Once you do and you think you can manage the payments based on your new income, maybe once you get the rooms rented.Then if you want to switch there are plenty of opportunities. 

G'Day Alejandro,As a few have already mentioned, take a peak at Toledo also.In my opinion lower potential for long term appreciation but solid/"boring" cashflow.I prefer my portfolio to be "boring" but cashflowing lolLow entry points (Sub $100,000), high rents (Above the 1% rule).Blue collar working class decent folks that will stay and pay.Depending on the area but no derelict homes, yards well kept, cars with wheels and all tenants are employed.Plus, all are sophisticated enough to pay rent online so property management doesn't have to collect rents with bullet proof vests and shot guns lolI'm bias toward Toledo but it's worth considering.Wishing you much success

I could go on and on, but basically I would love to get any insight into how I should approach this opportunity.  

If you’re confident the remaining funds can be reinvested into a stronger opportunity, like your new duplex project, it might be worth it.

I'm also open to any opportunities along the way.

I say this because every investment is an opportunity cost, and if you're going to take money out of stocks (whether in a brokerage account or 401k) that could be earning 8-10%, you should have confidence that your acquisitions are going to perform better to account for the additional risk. 

- Regardless of sale now or a 1031 sale in future years, I would like to take the equity into new real estate opportunities. 

@Travis HillAlso to your point on driving around I’m a big believer in grading the street within the neighborhood.The neighborhood may be an A but if the streets a C - it might not be a good flip opportunity but a good rental