The relatively high leverage in many deals multiplies the effect of appreciation, on average.

Here are some key highlights:Massive Construction Boom: With a staggering 280.8 megawatts (MW) under construction by year-end, Hillsboro’s data center inventory is poised to more than double, according to a report just issued by CBRE.Rising Prices and Low Vacancy: Average asking prices climbed to $147.5 per kW/month, reflecting increased demand.

I'm comparing this to investing in an ETF fund, which in the long term averages out to 10% returns per year. 25% down plus all all the closing costs and various expenses could be more than 200K.

Homes in the area are spending a longer time on the market—an average of 79 days—before selling, even after recent price drops​.

Stated another way, on average those properties increased 5.7% annually (using simple interest).

Then throw out the highest and lowest comp and then take the average of what is left. 

I am curious to know if the proximity to Pennsylvania itself is a crucial factor in renting out the property, or if it would be equally viable to invest in an area further away from the city (with a 1-hour commute time, as opposed to a 30-minute train ride from Haverford).I would greatly appreciate if anyone could provide information on the actual rental prices for an average 3-bedroom house in these areas.

Im sourcing a strong tenant base with the properties I am buying and my average rent is just under $1700.

I am here in Florida as well and Pensacola offers good STR's but LTR's varies $1900 to $2200 seems about average. 

Average days on the market in Fort Worth is 79 days right now.