Houses that look very similar on paper (same neighborhood, style, square footage, year built, beds and baths) can have very different market values depending on things like interior light, flow, ceiling height, privacy, yard space, neighbors, curb appeal, master bedroom size, kitchen counter and cupboard space, parking options, driveway slope, proximity to noise or businesses, parks, schools, etc. - to name just a few things. 

When I went to school in upstate NY the bus would go through Norwich and I've always been very fond of the city.

Brrr method suggests that investors should invest in properties that are located in good school districts since it would later help for resell value.

I saved that much because since I graduated college I have made a house payment in an investment account.  

Am planning on moving out to Texas post graduation.

Is the home in a really good neighborhood with great schools or is it in a rougher area?

Some barely survived math in high school, which can be scary if they are preparing your taxes. 

I look ever morning on Zillow, realtor.com and at listings I’m sent and run the numbers.We are in the Utah county market and my wife and I are hoping to house hack at least the next 3 years as we finish up school.

College students, families with children and good schools, up and coming areas, suburbs? 

I'll also add the other school of thought.