Id contend, and Im curious to know what @Ned Carey thinks of this, that the biggest challenge is the municipal risk involved in Baltimore, with a local government that is largely anti-landlord, and a city constantly on the verge of bankruptcy. 

Be wary of solar salesman who contend it will always increase the value of your home, and who will use self selecting data to back up their positions.

It's a strong contender if you are also open to 1-4 units. 

The market further west of us has some really strong contenders, but since you're looking at living in your first property, that'd likely be a poor idea given where you work.

I'm sure the electric f150 will be a good contender for the tesla.

Further deceleration in rent growth seems unavoidable in late 2023 and early 2024, given that landlords will be contending with a record tally of newly built space, at a time when sharp interest rate increases from 2022 and 2023 will likely still be weighing on the economy.Construction starts on new industrial projects have also been plummeting since last fall, with developers increasingly concerned that higher interest rates are causing the values of newly delivered projects to dip below replacement costs.

The habits of a vigorous mind are formed in contending with difficulties.

I am contending that it is unethical behavior, and it’s not something I’d personally engage in.

I would also mention the hot water radiators keep the heat longer vs forced air.There's a lot to contend with assuming OP has a boiler now and only wants to swap out a boiler without disturbing the radiators and supply lines currently.Now if we are talking blank slate I would do forced air all day long as its cheaper for the unit and running the duct work.

You'll have HOA fees to contend with in a beach market as well, so perhaps a small house or cabin in the mountains would work better.