Unless they are housing a squirrel, it will take you years to get someones attention and evict in the city.

Some areas of cities have older stock.

It does not matter the size of the city. 

Homes prices are still at record highs, some decreases-depending on the city, however, high density apartments are skyrocketing.

Not every lot will allow you to STR even though sevier county and the city propers do have specific zoning that allows it so you don't have to worry about them ever rescinding that right. 

The city has issued licenses, they are just very limited, hard to get, and there are a lot of restrictions around how it can be used. 

It’s a blast helping new investors like you find their rhythm and start building wealth.Talk soon,JulianTurning investment visions into REALITY in Omaha, NE - Ranked #1 city to move to by Forbes Magazine.

I get code violation lists from the cities I market in and those lists only have the property address.

Not following the requirements (within Seattle city limits will likely have additional rules and regulations) opens the seller up to liability.Additionally, the seller always has the option of offering "cash for keys" arrangement but be sure that no funds change hands until after the property is vacated and locks are changed.John

As for my Airbnb research, I have spoken with a person who runs numerous Airbnb’s in a different area (city atmosphere) who provided good ideas on how to smoothly run the property.