Awesome post, I hope many of those individuals who were on the edge actually took your advice. if they did they are looking at nice appreciation.

Also, if you are buying individual units you want to see if there is an HOA & learn how that will impact your investment.

You could also do a wholesale campaign to target motivated sellers for apartment complexes which gives you first access to offmarket deals. 

Instead, build a relationship, start a productive conversation with these vendors and solve this problem

Is there any issue with renting out rooms IndIvIdually?

The whole premise of a 1031 is that you are selling property you acquired with the intent of holding for productive use. 

You won't be able to buy fully rehabbed properties for 80% of their value unless the owner is motivated to sell for some reason.Working with a realtor, who understands what you're looking for, will be your best bet to find properties like that but this will also mean you'll need to find a contractor who can rehab the place, even if just cosmetic, so you can rent it out or flip it for top dollar.

I'm motivated and dedicated

Good locations, add value, cash flow, prudent debt, and reserves.We invest in individual properties, not the entire real estate market.

Hope the new CRE models are available for sale soon - a must get product!