So parents with grown children would probably "enjoy" a slightly relaxed OO, if one of your children could take advantage of one of the units.Another rule I have not seen anyone mention is that the JADU is not permitted to be rented short term (< 30 days).

I also can't afford to own in the side of town that I'd like to be in (Cary/Apex) but can afford to rent (my children were recently accepted to schools in this area). 

Tenants are like children.

I offered Cash for Keys as an option and she immediately asked for $60,000 to pay for a year of her rent and new furniture.

It's a crowded unit - a family of 4 in a 2 bedroom, with more furniture then I could have believed would fit in the place, so it's not easy to work around. 

The reasons being, rent by room is technically a boarding home style of operation, think halfway house, elderly care facility, childrens home, etc. 

Based on your description I think I know exactly where you are and what your house should price depending on the finishes and furniture.

No women, no children, no pets. 

A corner with the Wal-mart is much more sought after than say a corner across the street that has a furniture store as the main large tenant traffic draw.

Ended up selling some of the furniture we didn’t want or need and recouped some closing costs.