I just smile because it's a cake walk for me.

Are people driving or walking, if they have to street park high crime is a bigger issue.

You could possibly get a GC who is not local to do a virtual walk-through with you on your phone (like Housechat or equivalent)

This is extremely common in the Detroit market, but it seemed very odd to me initially also.You simply put an inspection period in your offer so you can walk it and decide if it's for you or not.In terms of rent rolls, etc. you may not be getting a response on this for the same reason.

This is assuming there is not a ton of deferred maintanence on the building so definitely have a formal inspection and contractors walk it. 

Our property is zoned for 6 stories because we're very close to a commercial street with great public transportation. 99 walk score!

This BR already have a large walking closet and bathroom.

Should a house always have at least one tub or is a walk-in shower sufficient?

A walk-thru bedroom is functionally-obsolete.

I also walked the property at this location and found it to me in excellent condition.