Most Canadians investing countryside seem to be moving their money into properties in MB, SK, or AB due to affordability and in AB's case the more landlord friendly laws.

Krystal,Step 1: Frame Control – Who Holds the Power?

An A/B class duplex or SFH with casita/ADU/"Nextgen suite" would be ideal.

Power wash the front of the home at least.

.🔹 Ideal in Any Market – Whether home prices are rising or falling, lease options allow you to lock in today’s price while benefiting from future appreciation.Other creative strategies—like seller financing, subject-to deals, and the BRRRR method—can also open doors, but lease options remain one of the most powerful, low-risk, minimal cash out-of-pocket ways to build a portfolio.

While there’s no official A/B/C/D classification of Phoenix neighborhoods, here’s a data-driven breakdown of some of the best areas to invest in, based on median purchase price, average rent, and investment potential.Top Phoenix Submarkets for BRRRRAreaMedian Purchase PriceAvg Monthly RentAppreciation Potential (1-5)Cash Flow Potential (1-5)Maryvale$320,000$2,00043Alhambra$350,000$2,10043.5South Phoenix$375,000$2,20053.5Tolleson$360,000$2,15044Avondale$380,000$2,2504.53.5Glendale$400,000$2,30043.5Mesa (East)$420,000$2,4004.53Paradise Valley$1,500,000$5,50052Breaking It DownIf you're looking for the best appreciation potential:South Phoenix, Avondale, and East Mesa are seeing rapid development, infrastructure improvements, and rising demand, making them strong contenders for long-term value growth.If cash flow is your priority:Tolleson, Alhambra, and Maryvale still offer affordable entry points with solid rental demand, making them attractive for investors looking to generate monthly income.If you want a balanced investment:Glendale and Avondale offer both rental income and appreciation upside, making them ideal for investors who want the best of both worlds.What’s Trending in Phoenix Renovations?

Research AB 1482 or hire someone that is familiar with it to guide you.  

@Dominic Petoral would it help to have a list of Detroit's 183 Neighborhoods color-coded as Class A, B, C or D?

Using power query or?

When I have a B class rental, I will look at other B class rentals and determine what I think are "much haves" for that type of rental and then I will determine a list of features that are "nice to haves".