Y'all are in an amazing spot at 24 and 25.

im more looking to make sure my calculations are as close to spot on as possible for our local market.

Obviously, it's going to put me in a safer spot if I raise the rent to market value, but this is also my first time dealing with a rental property out of state, so I don't want to come off too hard.

So far there is still 2,000 something left spots available for a STR.

I’ve seen people charge extra for this in the rent.Typically when you rent by the room the kitchen is shared by all and having predetermined spots for each tenant for cabinet space is also great to do in advance.Personally still doing market research for rent by the room but I’ve read and listened to podcast that indicate what I mentioned above.

I think your head is in a great spot - midterm rentals are a great happy medium between STRs and LTRs and should provide you with enhanced cash flow!

Albany can be a good spot for rentals, especially with the student scene.

Keep crunching those numbers, and you'll find a sweet spot.

A PM essentially is a team in a box - you get maintenance, reservations support, housekeeping all in one spot for a premium. 

Thank you and sorry for posting in the wrong spot!