Once finished, the stackable duplex will provide two modern rental units in a high-demand Charlotte neighborhood, poised to deliver strong cash flow and long-term appreciation.

At this point I think I need to finish the renovations regardless.

To your point, I will use a realtor for the listings when the projects is finished.

I just finished reading Dirt Rich and it's peaked my interest in the possibilities of land investment. 

Be sure you know what the timeframe is on the contractor and the finish work too! 

At this point I think I need to finish the renovations regardless.

The subcontractor finished and did a fine job...but he took too long.

You know whether people like to live to the east or west side of town, or want a walkable neighborhood more than a car-focused living experience, or more house or nice finishes, then you will probably be fine in any of those markets.  

Also about to finish my first flip, it’s under contract. 

You can build in sound proofing, but honestly I'd go with 2-3 floors for each so you don't have the tenant downstairs complaining about the one upstairs walking around at night.For costs-it could be more or less than new retail-depends on finishes of each.