Listing photos can often hide the true condition of the lot of things.Second is like Alecia noted: locals MIGHT know that the area is only going to attract subpar tenants.  

Price for this property is based on recently sold comps in the area and the condition of the property. 107 Ellis has had both units renovated completely.

As long as you can prove the costs are directly related to restoring the driveway to its original condition, it's reasonable to charge the tenant for these damages using their security deposit.

One condition of this grant is that we cannot sell the property for five years, and if we refinance, we can’t take any cash out—it must be reinvested into the property.

We bought properties in some of the nicest areas in town, focused on appreciation, and houses that just didn't need much from us because they are in excellent condition.

I am not opposed to people turning homes they lived in into rentals under the right condition. 

Rents are determined by condition and location. 

Are you still working to satisfy any Conditions/Stips (such as providing documents, etc)?

(I don't give much weight to online reviews especially when most of the reviewers each have a history of only a couple of reviews.)The other guy is the estimator for a 25-year roofing company; I think they're more credible but you're probably right about them being more picky about everything.

Airbnb handles the payment so I don't worry about it and I've found that the typical tenant that is willing to pay 2x the LTR rate is going to keep the property in good condition.