I spoke with my refinance contact that I have worked with in the past and I am actually considering pulling out enough cash to finish fixing these units up and maybe even a little extra for a potential down payment on another unit.

-Call them and ask to talk about their experiences in the area and what they rent their properties for and what utilities tenants usually pay.

Because after I run the number I usually only have 150 for cash flow which in my opinion is not worth it and won't account for raised property taxes

Usually the agent will eat this cost out of their commission.  

The extra carrying costs and high rates will suck out any profit you possibly will have.

If it's only 4 years old, $175/month extra for a replacement is highly unlikely.

Homes in the town of Belleville usually are sold via short sale near market value or slightly below.

It has a long, wide driveway with extra parking in the back.

What I usually do is tell the tenants that if they help me avoid any gap in the tenancy then I won't charge them for breaking the lease.  

i am looking at a lot of properties and wondered what people usually aim for before considering the purchase of potential properties.