I have a bucket list of small-medium sized projects for the property but would include:Repair bathroom flooring (eater damage/rot)Replace kitchen countertop and sinkReplace kitchen vinyl flooringReplace a number of light fixturesAdd railing to outdoor stairsReinforce patio support beams.Etc...Thanks!

Regarding my criteria for the rent by the room property, I'm looking into:Property TypeSingle Family3-4 beds/2 bathSingle or double storyLocationSan Jose, Mountain View, Redwood City, Fremont, MilpitasConditionReady to move inPrice Range$0.8-1.2 milDoes anyone have experience with house hacking in the Bay Area, and could possibly advise me on the following:What websites/resources are best to find comps to compare rent and what should be included (i.e. furniture) in the home?

Unless one person is going to live in it and make it their own and everyone can tolerate that you can find yourself with a family member who views the house as a shrine to grandma and will critique every piece of furniture you move.   

Either way if your close to the river or lake you can still provide kayaks so people can do the same as your wanting to do.Have a nice fireplace / outdoor space.Check out all the rules and regulations before you get started.If you have trouble with labor you could consider just putting a really nice camper on the land.

The recently updated Master Plan states: "Current site design requirements for industrial land uses will be reviewed and revised to ensureadequate landscaping, façade appearance, screening of outdoor storage, and other design componentsthat will promote further industrial investment in the City."

DING  DING  DING   We have a winner Give the potential buyer a WOW to take away with them    Even better if you can put in a sliding window with a small simple inexpensive patio    I put in outdoor kitchens with fridge, cook top, gas BBQ grill, bar counter, sink and cement floor for not much over $1000 And 10 hours of my time. 

**Dealing with Furniture**: After buying the furniture, what's your plan for getting it all put together?

I made all repairs noted on inspections, changed furniture, and took better photos.

What makes it more marketable , aside from location, a washer dryer,  a fenced yard, and outdoor space in general.  

What about outdoor experiences?