Also want to know what transport/set-up will cost along with water/septic.

The other is how much you spend; that includes everything from housing to food to transportation.  

@Kevin Swan if I had that kind of money, I’d buy an apartment in an area with good transportation.

Apartment should be on an arterial street serviced by public transportation and near shopping center+entertainment. 

Focus in on mass transportation close to the subject property.

Most cities don’t have good public transportation.

You can get an estoppel from the tenant as to their personal information and current rental agreement if necessary.Adjacent properties, including property lines, and neighborsNeighborhood, including crime historyVisit the property and neighborhood numerous times at all times of day and night and observe what you see and hearAlso, look at current zoning and anything in the pipeline from the city planners office about the areaPublic transportation accesssPolice and Fire District info regarding services providedInsurance you will needFinancing you may needAs to what the property management company may need or want.... ask them!

Land is valued by the location which is proximity to roads, water supply, sewer systems, transportation, gas, electric, and other desirable features (such as other expensive real estate).

Lots of mixed commercial and residential, easy highway access and public transportation.

@Tony TibbarSince you don't qualify for the HO deduction under the IRS rules, you are out of luck.The general rule for when you do not have a regular office (you can find it here) is:You can’t deduct daily transportation costs between your home and temporary work sites within your metropolitan area.