The 4 bedroom appeals to families and have to be in an area that will appeal to families, such as excellent schools, parks, less traffic etc. 

I would look at 1500 square foot spaces in high foot traffic areas as these are the easiest to rent. 

Too much traffic. 

Similarly, retail might be near the residential area (but on high traffic roads), and light / heavy industry is far from the residential - but close to freeways and rail infrastructure.

I suspect it has to do with the need to cross bridges to get to good beaches - traffic was a nightmare to get anywhere.

Originally traffic was 80% VRBO, 20% Airbnb. 

I know there has been some recent lower end apartment complexes in the area that have been bought and refaced which has helped change the look of the area but there is many duplex style homes scattered on Century 21st Dr along with Ivey Rd that increase foot traffic in the area.

@Kathy Kifer - I would add additional platforms: Airbnb and Zillow to get more traffic on your medium-term rental.

My big fear for Asheville s future is traffic.

I think the uptick in traffic definitely shows the common sentiment these days that it's important for MTRs and STRs to stand out as much as possible and that extra amenities can really make a difference in traffic/success