In my experience, and this will not be terribly popular here, but no you should not buy out of state if you cannot visit the area before you purchase if.

You want to mix in advertisements with quality content that people will want to read such as DIY articles, market statistics, and popular housing trends.

Quote from @Nate Sanow: Yes I own two that are near 100 years old and I will tell you they are a pain in the you know what compared to all of my post WW2 properties especially post 1980… layouts are better in the last 50 years and energy efficiency is better and I can keep going… HOWEVER to reply to the other aspect of your question, I’ve found appreciation is better with older properties in areas of the path of progress.

For instance:If your area has many corporate offices or conference centers, you're likely to attract business travelers.Family-friendly suburbs with parks and schools often attract families.Downtown locations near nightlife are popular for groups and parties.Review Competitor ListingsSearch for successful Airbnb listings in your area and study their target audience based on:The language in their descriptions.Their reviews (guests often reveal the purpose of their stay).The amenities they offer (e.g., desks and Wi-Fi for professionals, cribs and baby gates for families).Evaluate Your Own SpaceYour property’s layout, amenities, and location may naturally cater to a specific audience.A cozy 1-bedroom apartment downtown might be ideal for professionals or couples.A 3-bedroom house with a yard might appeal more to families.Proximity to nightlife might cater to party groups.Experiment and AdjustIf you're unsure, start broad and monitor who books your property.

Ferd Niemann is a popular lawyer for MHP transactionsMake sure to take your due diligence very seriously and get professional help if you don't have experience here.

The area i chose to buy the house in isnt super popular and I have had a hard time getting it filled Lessons learned?

I have 2 flips in progress and 6 long term.

These are prime locations, think near downtown or popular tourist destinations where demand for short-term rentals is typically high.

You could have 10 of these, and they get progressively difficult.  

And how much progress has be made?