Do not sign them on long lease, only 12 months, and then raise it another 10% in 12 months, that puts you at $1391 in 24 months....they are still getting a pretty hefty discount from market rates and when you factor in 1-2 months lost rent and $500-2000 in turnover cost, you end up at about the same return as loosing them and finding a $1500 tenant now combined with the aforementioned expenses.However, if you could realistically get $1600-1700+ and keep a tight leash on your turnover time and costs(no major remodel, basic paint and maintenance)  and only 2 months max vacancy, you should probably bite the bullet turnover the unit.

If it was the country and not city I might say your trusty 22 rifle would to the trick but I dont want PETA involved..lol Pest control is expensive here and even if you had sturdy cans they are pretty good at getting into trash.

It is thin but sturdy.

Location: CTSize:  8 residential units (2 bed / 1 bath; 988 sq. feet each)Purchase Price:  ~$66k per doorOther notes:  Each unit features a private deck and parking, kitchens are slightly dated but overall these are easy rents in a stable area; building is brick exterior, sturdy, and well-taken care for (seller spent $xx,xxx on a new roof, upkeep, etc. over last several years)Without getting into too much detail, the P&L provided shows net profit of ~$250/door.

ESA's must always be on a leash and under control in public areas.

A lot depends on how much leash you're comfortable handing over.  

In addition to a renters insurance policy and vaccination records from their vet, we limit the size of the dog. we also add to our property rules that the dog must always be on a leash, they pick-up the dog poop and the dog must not disturb the other residents if this is a multi-family complex. 

In my area leashes are not optional and all dogs must remain in full control of the owner at all times. 

(I want it to be tenant-sturdy). 

Letting your dog run around your front yard off a leash is illegal.