I think there is less appeal than the same house on a culdesac, however if the ARV takes into account the street, and the deal still works, clearly I would do it!

It does appear that 2017 will be a good year for inner city investors because were are starting the year with positive momentum rather than the dismal start we had last January.Hopes for 2017 - The unexpectedly strong semi-detached market starts to pull up the townhouse market so my projects look more appealing!  

Think about how the house will come across to the average person—but don't just try to appeal to the average person, either.

If you do buy the house, make sure to appeal the property tax assessment as soon as possible.  

What would be the best way to close on an off market deal that you have under contract, the property needs nothing more than lipstick to give the appeal to yield highest FMV.

There should be one word of caution though, when you go to court to appeal they also have the right to raise your taxes as well, which almost happened to me on a vacation home that I had tried to appeal.

Find a tax consultant and see if you can file an appeal with the municipality to reduce the assessed value.Call your insurance agent and get a quote for hazard insurance plus general liability as a landlord.

I understand there are different methods to determine the repair cost such as the 70% rule or multiplying the total square footage by $18-$30, depending on the property, (if there are other methods, please let me know) but I want to learn how to visually look at a property and see the underlying value.I live in the DMV area so if anyone is aware of any meetups or would not mind me tagging along with them as they walk through a property, I would greatly appreciate it.Thanks Everyone and Happy New Years... 

That would be the same terms as a foreclosure auction; basically a drive-by visual and buyer beware.

Don't forget signage and curb appeal.