Durable and looks great.

I have found it to be durable as well.Landscaping is necessary for curb appeal to rent but know that it will not be cared for unless you do it.

If for some reason that is not agreeable with your tenants, then you are stuck relying on shelf liner.A few other options are: 1) let the process take its course and know that you will have issues to deal with in a few years, although these are relatively durable products assuming proper use and damage control 2) try to water proof them with a fast drying brush on lacquer product or an aerosol product (several thin coats)....never done it but don't see why it couldn't work or 3) after step 1 is complete and it has been a few years, you can sand down the bubbled up cabinet bottoms where wet plates and cups were set and put new 1/4' hardi-board????

The difference is that the polishing actually penetrates into the concrete instead of sitting on top of it, making it more beautiful and durable.

From a logical standpoint, it seems like cast iron would be more durable, but I've read stories where the coating chips very easily.

If you plan properly (i.e. expect annual turnover); stay on-top of things (at least quarterly inspections); and renovate for durability (students generally do not keep tidy homes and are consequently at the higher end of the wear-n-tear spectrum), student rentals can be very viable.That said, I would not plan on sharing a 4-plex with student tenants while you have a new baby ;-)

Anything non-stone I think would be less durable than polymer acrylic countertops (Steven J.). 

My game plan is to have durable material and appliances that is satisying for the average tenant.  

I have bought this color from different stores & many different brands it always seems to look the same.I would leave the privacy fence up, most of us do like privacy.If you have to replace anything or make up grades, you want to go with more durable/indestructible features, but still want the place to look nice.  

Most people aren't a fan of polyurethane smell but I love the durability and the gleam of refinished floors.