You only do that if you are rich enough to afford it. 

Focus on neighborhoods near employers or schools, and explore slightly outside Austin for more affordable options. 

High-end properties might require a white-glove approach with customized services, while more modest properties may prioritize affordability and efficient communication.

Non-passive to achieve this level of return.Add the addition of the ADU makes the main unit rent controlled if over 15 years old.the work to add an ADU likely exceeds the effort of a brrrr that can achieve infinite return  Experienced investors are adding multiple ADUs by leveraging items like bonus density, committing units to affordable housing, etc.  

It's a stalemate due to affordability and either wages or prices give, I would bet the latter. 

Given your goals, Indy could be a great fit—affordable pricing, solid appreciation, and strong Section 8 demand with reliable property management options.

Most people couldn’t afford to do that.

I have a W-2 Job, capital saved up for a down payment (or two), and a buy box based on my affordability.

Please correct me if I'm wrong, but wouldn't a single-family home be a better option near Disney World, especially one with a pool, if it's affordable?

Like most markets, there is a growing trend in the area due to affordability and increasing more things to do.