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Combine both mortgages on lower interest rate.

Likewise, the instructions to Form 8825 state that each rental property is to be shown separately on the Form 8825, even if the activities are combined for purposes of the passive activity rules. 

We have built modern homes, and I appreciate the clean lines, white, etc., however; you can add some character in the way of texture and add some warmth in other areas (the floor, a more rustic coffee table, etc.)  

Your positive cash flow is $840/month, a one month vacancy on tenant turnover combined with the need for interior paint and maybe a few other repairs/upgrades will wipe out more than one third of a year's income. 

Just be aware that if you are using a DSCR or investment purpose loan in combination with your HELOC.

Renters like modern features and amenities. 

"These properties also rent more quickly, as they usually have modern layouts and an adequate count of bedrooms and bathrooms."

I'd recommend using that in combination with opinions of others and some on-market browsing to find your target areas.

You can look into doing a HELOC on your primary residence and use those funds for the downpayment in combination with a DSCR loan.