The education and health services sector alone added 23,800 jobs in the past year, reflecting a significant expansion in these industries, particularly in healthcare and social assistance​.Proximity to Major Employment Centers: Greater Heights offers convenient access to key employment hubs such as downtown Houston and the Galleria area, which are major attractors for residents due to the short commute and abundant job opportunities​.Education: Nearby institutions like University of Houston and Rice University contribute to the area's appeal.Infrastructure Projects: Ongoing developments like the East Blocks Redevelopment and BioHub II at Generation Park enhance local amenities and attractiveness.Investment InsightsGreater Heights Rental Market Trends:Single-Family House Rentals:Median Rent: $1,350 for 1 bedroom, $2,695 for 2 bedrooms, $3,250 for 3 bedrooms, and $6,100 for 4+ bedrooms​​.Stability in rent prices with modest YoY increases: 2 bedroom rents increased by $195, and 3 bedroom rents by $250​​.Median Sold Price YoY ComparisonApartment Rentals:1 bedroom apartments saw a YoY increase of $305, 2 bedroom apartments by $667, indicating strong demand for these unit types​​.Available Rentals:High availability of both house and apartment rentals, indicating a robust market that can support new rental investments​​.Sales Market Trends:Median Sale Prices:Significant appreciation in home values, particularly in 1-bedroom homes, which saw a 190.7% increase from $215K to $625K​​.Other bedroom counts also showed positive appreciation, e.g., 2 bedrooms (5.3%), 3 bedrooms (6.5%), 4 bedrooms (17.4%)​​.Market Activity:Increased number of homes for sale and sold, suggesting a dynamic and active real estate market.

to buy land and develop RV Park for long-term guests and/or self storage...

It's helped, but we're still considering adding a hot tub to boost our revenue!

Accept that the successful RE investors have a well developed skill set that is not immediately acquired.

Let’s say the main tenant accounts for most of the annual revenue with a lease ending soon (is healthy and probably looking to resign).

., but we thought initially it would be best to offer a cash down amount($20,000) and then offer a percentage of revenue over a three year time frame. (50% of management fees collected: yr1, 30%: yr2, 20%: yr3) until the balance of the "acquisition" price was met.Again I know I've left out a lot of info but this was just to hear some ideas or previous experiences.Some generals:Approx. 100 doorsMost are 2yr leasesMost are long term clients of the current companyAverage rent of $2300Thanks in advance and have a great weekend! 

this property is zoned for office / medical facility, multi use but has a residential house on it.would love advice from the community on how to1. analyze potential2. source funding3. evaluate market value of property for purchase4. building the development team

Although this data does not demonstrate causation, it indicates that Houston is amassing data to bolster its upcoming regulations and ensure they withstand legal challenges, mirroring the successful strategy employed by Arlington.As Houston steps into new STR regulations, now is the perfect time for STR operators to craft a proactive strategy, ensuring readiness and resilience in this evolving market.Lee Hampton, Builder | Developer | STR Operator | Former P&Z Commissioner

The business must show revenue of 3000 USD per month and should be there at least for a  year

Prefabricated or modular designs can further speed up development.2.