That's probably not a pure parking play though.   

Would this be a slum lord play?

Keep up the knowledge push to the masses you are taken people to the next level.

You may have a grasp on this aspect, but there are items to consider that can play a big factor when choosing your land such as topography, existing zoning & platted lot status, minimum/maximum requirements such as parking, detention, size of building, setbacks.  

Income over many years-weather plays a big part is the success of a wash, you want to see REAL numbers for st least 3, more like 5 or 7 years to get a better picture.Sellers mindset-is he really selling 2 of 3.

Is that the play?

Quote from @Ethen Sanchez: Quote from @Alex Olson: @Ethen Sanchez While I don't know STL as well as KC, yes crime rates play a factor.

Like pert near anyone in our bizz you do have bummers each year myself I wholesale them off when i do have to take one over.. or i might sell them on my 0 interest short term owner finance program .. which creates some rock solid paper given the assets usually need a lot of attention at that point.. for the speculation I had 2 long term land plays one paid off after 22 years of owning it for a 100X multiple  yes 100X  :)  And the one i currently have that the new CHIPS act could create a huge win for myself and partners..

Your Core 4 Real Estate team will play a very important role in your success.As for other markets to check out, it really comes down to what you're aiming for. 

I do not have much knowledge on real estate but I am the hitting  books: BRRRR by David Greene, Estimating Rehab cost by J.Scott, Investing real estate with no/low money down by Brandon Turner and finally, Rental property investing by Brandon Turner.Outside of real estate, I enjoy swimming, bike riding, watching anime, playing video games and interests in the stock/house market.Excited to learn and connect with you all!