Check out Furnished Finder, Airbnb and VRBO (30+ day stays) to get a good idea of what else is out there in the area of El Paso you are looking in.

Phoenix contains a rare combination of elements that have created an outstanding market for distressed property investments, including the following:Cost Savings: Distressed properties are sold below their market value and enable investors to take hold of properties at a trifle compared to traditionally listed properties.Strong Market Fundamentals: Being among the fastest-growing cities in the country, Phoenix ensures a high demand in housing and rentals, hence good potential for resale or income from rentals.Value Creation Opportunities: Most distressed properties need renovations; thus, such situations present opportunities for investors to increase equity by adding value.Population and Economic Growth: Phoenix remains among those cities in the country which are attracting more and more residents and business; therefore, this presents good, long-term appreciation possibilities of property appreciation and income creation.Challenges to ConsiderWhile the rewards can be great, distressed property investment is not without its challenges.

A cheapo Walmart junk lock is not the same as a Kwikset (which is honestly not that good a lock anymore), and multiple keys is not the same as one key.

I've never done foreclosures, but from what I've heard, they're not good. 

A good investor's agent knows when its necessary to request repairs or even concessions to offset the cost and even have repair money escrowed for the buyer to draw from after closing.

Remember some organizations develop solar for their image and the feel good aspect, not the financial profit.This statement can be applied to any form of new energy development. 

This way you will know what is a good deal and what is not a good deal.Best of luck.

Could be an uphill battle but good luck. 

There's a good chance the issue(s) you face has already been discussed and answered.Ask questions in the appropriate forum.

Good luck on that first deal!