Maintenance can also be a factor—while newer homes may require minimal upkeep, older units might need more frequent repairs, particularly for things like plumbing or HVAC systems.Some things to pay close attention to:Zoning and Permits: Check local zoning laws and permit requirements to ensure you’re allowed to place a mobile home on your land and rent it out.

Would the fact that our house is in the ~ $850k valuation range influence your advice? 

Most times landlords don't have data or cannot adequately factor in vacancy time or turnover rate.

It's a stable market given the medical influence in the city.

We have a lot of fix and flippers who are really looking to scale, and understand that access to capital is their limiting factor.

Factor in accurate, but worst case scenario numbers.

There are a lot of factors that go into the decision.

Does price per square ft factor or is it just ARV.

That HE loan would make you cash flow negative on the first property, especially considering you are not even factoring in any repairs, maintenance, vacancy or management.

There are other factors that determine what they will pay for your unit and the family who applies.