If you decide to try the Valley of the Sun - connect with me and I would be happy to do some research for you so you can get an idea of what is out there. 

Hi, bigger pocket members,I am a new investor in the Cocoa Beach, Brevard, Indian River, Volusia, and Flagler county markets.

West Cola and Cayce close to the river is a good choice as well.

You should also look into Yonkers, New Rochelle, and some of the Jersey river side towns.Best of luck in your search!

Work is in Bethlehem, PA, so anywhere in the Lehigh Valley is where I’m primarily looking. 

I just bought a 4plex using FHA house hack right in riverside, couple blocks from the river/hospital. 

The city has its own water, electric and cable company which I've been told is very nice.Trenton, Woodhaven, Flat Rock, and Riverview are more southern communities that have good potential for investments, as they are considered very good areas to raise kids (excellent schools, higher valued houses).Areas that I would stay away (or at least be hesitant) are: Ecorse, River Rouge, Melvindale. 

Hello BP Members,I reside in San Gabriel Valley in california, about 15 minutes east of downtown LA.There is a good decent sized apartment complex not to far from where i live, i drive by there quite often, its on a corner lot right in the middle of EVERYTHING in a decent part of town!

I know Paradise Valley and it's a beautiful place to live. 

I've been interested in investing in the Lehigh Valley for a while, but haven't pulled the trigger.