Tempe and the areas around Grand Canyon University in Phoenix are known for being high crime (I had extended family attend there too). 

For me, the first three things that happen on my builds is 1) site prep, survey, foundation/piling marking and temp power installation, 2) foundation/piling driving, 3) start of framing. 

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When adding LVP make sure to have the temp up to at least 65 Degrees Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

Temps in Reno, NV are still in the 70-80s through June and on average don't punch into the 90s until July and August. 

AnaI am a local investor and would recommend the following cities given your criteria: Gilbert, Chandler, Tempe, Peoria, North Phoenix in that order. 

Supply is so tight, they need temp space that will give them time find and close on their purchase.

Despite living on the East Coast, I did Rental Arbitrage in Tempe, AZ virtually.

I'm based in Scottsdale and have a MTR/STR in Tempe.

If you are being stationed together over this time, keep doing temp or base housing while you are there and when you really like a market, get to know it more so you have a competitive advantage.