Those are pretty decent numbers.Remember property taxes get re-evaluated every year and can go up every year AND they are kinda high relative to other states.Neighborhoods matter.

Yes, property taxes are higher for investors but not terrible. 

Lots of mid-term rentals and AirBnb, people building ADUs to get additional rental income and house hacking.

I know some of them personally and can vouch for them.One thing to reiterate, it's crucial for REIs to work with bookkeepers, tax pros, CFOs, etc who specialize in the REI industry (most of us are REIs ourselves as well).

So if you buy a 5 bedroom house and rent the spare 4 bedrooms = you can still sell tax-free under the 121 (you just pay back depreciation) If you buy a duplex and rent 1/2 and live in 1/2.

Your "fixed income" funds do not pay any longer and you have excuse after excuse and refuse to return investor's capital. 

Traditional IRA withdrawals are taxed as ordinary income, with a 10% penalty if under 59½, potentially pushing you into a higher tax bracket.

With these changes, the property now generates $1,930 in rental income while continuing to appreciate in value.

Given your situation, a property closer to Nashville might be more advantageous for short-term rentals like Airbnb, as proximity to a popular city typically attracts more guests and higher rental income.

Currently, I own a restaurant in Florida that’s generating a decent income.