I too would like to find a solution to this and I know others that would as well. 

I am in the business to help people and give solutions to their real estate needs.  

And then if we get some push back from some tenants, offer them a solution.  1. maybe we can in fact offer to keep cable on in certain units. 2. offer free digital antennas, ( our market gets quite a few channels over the airwaves) 3. if push came to shove, offer to pay for a streaming plan for a tenant that is really unhappy with the cable cut.Overall, moving to this new fiber internet, and cutting the cable will create 

If there isn’t a durable, simple (i use that term loosely lol) solution I may not touch them because they’re still in great shape- just not a fan of the light oak finish.

And if tenants don't want it, you now have to remove everything and store it for next tenant. in two years when next tenant moves in and tries to rent it from you, its now obsolete. only way I see it working is if you rent large items, and have a very large portfolio to sustain it, and have personnel to maintain the items. that's with no research into the matter though, just my initial thoughts.

Luckily nothing I do in real estate escalates that effect on me, I can only imagine that struggle.That said, it's up to all of us to devise methods of alternative solutions.

These are complex homes built to the California Building Standards Code that require installation and finishing to meet the regular California Building Code.Pedro's solution of trying to contact the manufacturers directlyThe manufacturers of modular homes (almost as a rule) don't sell directly to homeowners, so this is really a pointless loop that he is sending you on. 

Of course make sure that your W-2 income will be enough to sustain after the purchase, you have a 6 month nest egg, etc.You will have no problem finding a decent paying job once you finish your MBA.

Does anyone have any ideas for a cheap, potentially DIY solution for a ground cover or pavement?

The question with these developemnts is always if they are sustainable or if its just a seasonal thing and will get wiped out with the next (economic) winter.My personal take on the inner city (and I am not an expert there) is that it is more of a culture and value issue than a money issue.