You'll get a much larger sample size than a couple folks open to talking over virtual coffee. 

Cheap curtains hung up on the first floor, a welcome mat, lights on a timer, battery operated fake candles on a timer, big size 11 men's shoes and big men's jacket hung by the front door, two empty dog bowls, a tie out in the back yard (for a dog), fan on a timer, foldable table and chairs with a tablecloth and centerpiece, and radio playing on a timer.  

Lubbock has a low barrier to entry and has several backup economic drivers by being the primary hub (agriculture, financial, healthcare, material goods, transportation, entertainment) for an area the size of most states east of the Mississippi.

What is the nightly rates average (base that on the size of place you are thinking of getting), what kind of amenities?

From around 2010-2020 I built and managed a small-medium-sized portfolio in my area (which is not an ideal market).

Every county has different requirements, such as minimum square footage for rooms; maximum number of occupants, hallway sizes (If there will be residents in wheelchairs); and safety regulations which are usually different that owner-occupied homes (for example- Interior fire sprinkler systems).  2.

There are about 7 SFH in the surrounding 2 mile radius, all about the same size (3-4 bedrooms), and all listed around the same price ($2500-3100). 

I've been a licensed realtor for 5 years, and our team brings 30 years of experience to the table.

These properties are typically bought by individuals or families who prioritize location, size, and condition, making the comparable sales method more reliable.Income potential still matters, and calculating the NOI can help you ensure the property cash flows well if you plan to rent it out.

What is table stakes amenities wise to compete with them?