I must say what Carson said about the demographics in Fresno seems a bit scary for a newer investor like me. 

I tell all that if they are that serious about wanting the unit, they can leave me a non-refundable deposit to hold the unit...never happens because of the demographic I work with.

I am also very familiar with the geography and demographics of both Los Angeles County and Southern Louisiana.  

I think there will be a demographic change to this city due to redevelopment, population growth, and expansion to the south side of San Antonio.  

With all the new businesses coming into downtown Detroit, the demographics is changing very rapidly - Exodus of older-generation auto industry workers are replaced by a steady inflow of college-educated young talent into Downtown Detroit for jobs created for the new economy...Same thing started in Pittsburgh about 5-10 years ago: https://www.citylab.com/equity/2015/08/brain-gain-in-the-rustbelt/402922/2) coastal cities are getting so expensive that most millennials and Gen Z cannot afford to live in San Francisco/Seattle/NYC anymore.

Take emotions and personal biases out and make your decision on objective economic and demographic fundamentals.

What do you think about the longer-term trends, demographics, jobs, etc, for Tuscon vs Phoenix?

UIC is a bit far to be considered close if that makes any sense, not just in distance but also the demographic of the neighborhood compared to say University Village or Little Italy.

Focus on those that have strong economic and demographic fundamentals.

Most commercial businesses there are mom and pop and not national tenants because the demographics are not there and the town is loyal to the small businesses.Strong suburban will be a mix of mom and pop and national tenants as the area gets better with demographics it will start changing and growing.