That is their style and it works for them.

That is a small kitchen so looking at less than 10k all in, the flooring 7-8k if you are using a life-proof style LVP and drywall/paint about 5k based off your SF.

Especially since this tenant is a younger, college-aged person and potentially would be a high risk for things like leaving the gas on.Any recommendations on brands/models/styles for a long lasting electric stove/oven?

@Jonathan Baptiste It is too difficult to bill back people with rent by room style of house hacking, you will be unable to make it "fair" for everyone since some people take more showers than others, some people cook more than others, so how would you bill back those renters, or if one renter is gone for two weeks visiting family?  

-Rob,Greg, and Al I'd start with a real estate agent sending you all the new construction 2-4 family styles that have sold and pick one that is small and compact and sells for a premium.

I need to replace the AC and furnace at my rental property, (ranch-style home of 1256 sqft.)

All downtown columbus adjacent zips so 43203, 43205, 43206, 43207, 43223, 43222. would love to talk economics with you and send our floor plans see what you think and style you'd rent 

Now, you've got to buy right, furnish it with some style, and hire the right real-estate photographer.

Really depends on your preferred style.

Most sellers/homeowners only know 1 way to buy & sell, you the investor should have multiple acquisition tools in your tool belt that fit your investment style.