Heating costs and interest rates dont help the numbers but demand is high and resale numbers have been impressive

deposited in a demand deposit account?  

@Bryan HartlenManaging low-end properties can be demanding due to higher tenant turnover, increased maintenance needs, and frequent rent collection issues.

We as tenants had to acquire a shop vac and clean it ourselves, including dragging rugs full of filth and animal hair to the dumpsters.

So Supply and demand have really shifted quickly. 

Prices are far lower there “relatively” speaking due to low demand.  

So I get your hesitation to be too demanding and your desire for the problems to go away as fast as they can, however since you have NO property manager ( I don't use one either), it is incumbent that you take a more ACTIVE approach with management of your property.Let's review your situation.  1st time leak occurred, you sent a plumber over to find the problem.  

What are your demand drivers? 

A 4-bed, 3-bath rambler with a large lot in a high-demand area is bound to attract buyers.

Documents regarding your pet(s), if any: Photo; vaccine records; proof of license with Animal Services; contact info of vet; renters insurance showing pet coverage.8.