(For context, it's a 2700 sf 4 bd 3 bath house in an upscale Northern California suburb.)Kitchen A: Traditional, features a 48 in fridge, 36 in cooktop, window sink (no view), pantry.Kitchen B: Designer, features a 60 in fridge, 48 in range, large kitchen window (no view), sink facing living/dining room; unfortunately no pantryKitchen C: A Little Bit of Both, features a 48 in fridge, 48 in range, sink facing living/dining room, pantry, unfortunately there's no window.Total countertop space is roughly the same (22 ft)  in all three layouts.

Is there anyone in the Denver area that knows the early stages for subdividing land or what professionals I should turn to in order to start collecting some basic info?

It would also be much easier to manage considering you are currently living in Arlington.

I'd buy where you live (within an hour or so) for your 1st investment!

I live in Indianapolis and work exclusively with OOS investors so I'd be glad to connect and discuss this market whenever you like.

I am interested in buying a long-term turnkey property in a nice area (I live in San Diego so this property would have to be out of state).

This tenant currently lives in my property with a roommate and they are both equally responsible for the rent.

Considering that, you are likely going to see appreciation year over year, which essentially will be additional equity you'd capture just by simply living in the home. 

His mom lives in Vancouver, Canada.

Your primary residence - if you've lived in it for 2 out of the 5 years prior to selling you'll get the $250K/$500K tax free iike @Clint Galliano said.