There seems to be a strong desire to embrace and maintain the ethnic/cultural character of this neighborhood and precluding predicted gentrification in the area with the development of the MetroHealth complex. 

@Jacqueline LeeIt’s real but the scales are not equal and heavily weighted to those with experience and their own moneySo if you have no experience and no money - your odds are low as why would someone lend you money?

The best way to start is by connecting with investor focused agents in your desired markets.

You may not realize the full weight of it, but this is what decades of experience boil down to.

Just have to look at your resources and desires versus REI strategy.

All that to say, what you desire is out there.

You will need a minimum of a 3/4 ton truck to pull them , I would get a dump trailer dual axel  12,000 lb capable of moving the equipment , also used for hauling . you will need DOT numbers on the truck since you are over 10,000 lbs combined gross vehicle weight , and a DOT physical for the driver .

Conventional loans for investment properties like the duplexes may be a better option if you’re holding multiple properties.Market Considerations:You’re absolutely right that finding a duplex in Lexington under $300k in a desirable area might be tough, but keep an eye on market trends and perhaps look for off-market deals.

And I will ALWAYS try and temper folks' desire to run a Section 8 focused strategy.

This property presented a promising opportunity due to its desirable location in Graysville, TN, and its potential for quick appreciation.