Louis, some college buddies and I bought a rental in kirksville, because there were no opportunities nearby (NOT!

I, coincidentally, just looked at a commercial building in a nearby city that seemed ideal for conversion to apartments - great location, great building.

Go back to the property and ask the "security guard" if he can score you an 8-ball from somewhere nearby.

Look at photos of nearby listings online.

These lots are only going for about $5000 per lot , I am thinking title insurance may be a waste of money...I know that of course the buyer will want to look at wether a home is buildable which it looks like that won't be a problem because this in a gated community with homes nearby.

That being said, I also won't buy an apartment bldg where there are a lot of other apartment bldgs nearby.

There are no duplexes in this particular neighborhood, but there are many nearby.

I see that you're nearby.

im with John on investing in college towns though because its important to have schools,jobs hospitals and something about the area interesting like here are some examples. a nearby water feature like beach,ocean,port,major river,lake mountain w skiing, or mild climate.

Are there any mobile home dealers nearby?