We aim to bring buildings and properties back to their heyday, at the same time providing affordable and middle income rental housing.

There are plenty, especially now, that are providing 10%+ yields, and have a long historical record of performing.  

What other advice can be provided here?

They provide diversification and liquidity.1031 Exchange into Syndications or Passive Investments: This keeps you in real estate but shifts the burden of management to others while potentially preserving tax advantages.At the end of the day, peace of mind is priceless.

While cash flow may be harder to achieve here, these markets often shine in their ability to withstand market downturns and provide solid appreciation over time.The key in markets like this is understanding your goals.

Could you provide some further insight?

And assets that provide you with great depreciation but not great income or stability are just a form of robbing from Peter to pay Paul.   

Without knowing any of your financial position of your work or side hustles it is hard to give you exact advice because you may be able to carry these homes until they are paid off and in that case they would provide solid returns, but there are likely better real estate investments out there.  

You have a natural advantage with other baseball players and providing them leases that fit their needs.Knowing a couple of others who have played minor league ball, your real estate strategy is going to be tricky because you will be very busy with baseball and it's travel. 

@Hai Le - Usually you have to provide written notice / 30 day notice if you decide to not renew their lease or even just asking a tenant to leave.