@Bob DoleWell, it seems like you have a very good grasp of the situation and the desired outcomes you are looking for.

There is a lot of weight on marketing, and a lot of inputs to that cycle.

Here's some STR companies in the area that can possibly help you out...Go Wander Home Desired StaysThe Sosi

Real estate is local.The value is just fine here, as it is one of the most desired locations in the Côte d'Azur, and being next door to Monaco, which is one of the wealthiest places on the planet.

The Class system (A, B, C) can vary by market, but here's my general breakdown:Class A: High-end, desirable neighborhoods.

On the other hand, keeping the house could allow us to maintain an appreciating asset in a desirable location.I’d love to hear from others who’ve faced similar decisions.

What kinda gets me is when the same poster becomes hostile, argumentative, accusatory and or sarcastic because they’re not receiving the response they want (and probably just paid $5k + for knowledge/information/mentorship that won’t lead to their desired result). 

He has stated clearly to me that he does not desire to be a RE investor.  

My portfolio is heavily weighted towards real estate, largely because of California appreciation.

No off-street parking = not worth doing MTR unless it meets all of the following: super urban area where no parking is the norm, highly desirable area with a ton of MTR demand, super safe part of the city, and has great public transportation (think NYC, Hoboken NJ, etc.)Unless it meets all of the criteria above, I pass on those opportunities because my MTR will be eliminating the many people that travel with their vehicles.