I figured DC would be a great area to invest in because it attracts tons of young professionals.

I am in the Tampa Florida area and I would be happy to help you out! 

If you were to sell the rental, what would be your budget and buying criteria to house hack?

., Purchase Price: $475,000 ($197.9/sq. ft.).Estimated Market Value: $402,000 ($168/sq. ft.).Financing Terms: 2% interest rate, with a 9-year balloon.Unit B Income: $2,049/month (Section 8 tenant through November 2025).Unit A Income Potential: Similar rent or higher; Section 8 cap for the area is $3,234/month.Monthly Loan Payment (P+I): $1,386.Cash Flow Breakdown (if both units are rented at $2,049/month):Gross Rent: $4,098/month.Vacancy (10%): $410/month.Operating Expenses (37.3%): $1,376/month.Net Cash Flow: $943/month.Key QuestionsWould you be comfortable paying an 18% premium for financing at 2%, especially in a market where current mortgage rates are closer to 7%?

I would suggest you provide the utilities and internet.

I would also verify from a licensed realtor how much rent would be and how much selling it would be..

Any recommendations would be greatly appreciated.

Trying to “take over” a vacant property that appears abandoned is not for the untrained would-be investor.

You could do a full MTR during the period you're gone, but for me the best and easiest way to go would be to just rent the other rooms in the house as a LTR. 

-My fiancée and I are planning on having our first kid by the beginning of 2026, so extra room would be ideal as we are somewhat limited in the primary residence.