Vacancy rates will rise quickly.Maybe you could try an Iron A/C cage on the outside and a separate security deposit (maybe around $300 or so) to cover the A/C.The cages are ugly, but in many window A/C communities the residents understand that their neighbors (and their neighbors visitors) may be, shall we say sometimes "theft prone", and the bars can be explained as break in deterrents to keep their belongings safe.They also blend in better in a light color vs. black.If a prospect balks at the $300 and you want them, you could always offer to wrap it into the first 10 month of payments.

I enjoy large, longterm projects where I can visualize big picture scenarios and execute.

Thought you might appreciate the visual, this was in an actual MLS listing.

Most importantly the digital HD image used on the floor is very visually appealing to tenants.

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I wouldn't tear it out now that you have but in the time, but I would paint it all white, and consider a subtle vertically-striped paint scheme on the walls to raise the ceiling visually;2.

My only reservation with this, is that it may be a deterrent to future "good" guests.Thoughts?

I've put together some prelim numbers and went to look for capital and my lack of experience was the biggest deterrent.  

However, I wouldn't leave all the equity in the property. 1) Debt is a good deterrent for a bogus claim from a tenant. 2) Leverage can maximize returns and fund several other projects.As for rents, contact property managers in the area.