Quote from @Jonathan Greene: What kind of portfolio? 

There, you'll find detailed information on investing, both in general and specifically in Las Vegas.Before I continue, note that unless otherwise noted, the charts only include properties that match the following profile.Type: Single-familyConfiguration: 1,000 SF to 3,000 SF, 2+ bedrooms, 2+ baths, 2+ garage, minimum lot size is 3,000 SF.Price range: $320,000 to $475,000Location: All zip codes marked in green below have one or more of our client’s investment properties.What we are seeing:The chart below is from the MLS and includes ALL property types and price ranges.Rental Market TrendsThe charts below are only relevant to the property profile that we target.Rentals - Median $/SF by MonthInterestingly, September saw a rent increase MoM ($1.21/SF vs. $1.18/SF), bucking the traditional seasonal slowdown trend.

Quote from @Elwin Green: I own a property free and clear, that I want to rent out.

Quote from @Yoana Yordanova: Quote from @Jonathan Greene: Sell the townhouse.

Quote from @Jonathan Greene: Of your choices, #3 makes the most sense, but it doesn't have to be a house hack.

Spill the tea!

Quote from @Jonathan Greene: There is no formula for what you want.

Quote from @Jonathan Greene: Quote from @Fausto P.: Hey Jonathan thank you so much for the response.

I would prefer some green areas (but should be closer to beach) so that it still is attracted to STR. 

But most of the investors from Cali that invest here out of state end up putting down say 30% to get in the green and every now and then a duplex pops up that makes sense with 20% down and some reno work.