Since each Buyer is different with different needs, it is possible to have 2 similar offers that are presented, but 1 will win out because the elements in the offer, which are specific to the Buyer. 

He is already naming a price he'd like, knowing what a similar house to his sold for.

I'm looking for owner-financing and similar deals. 

It would probably be the similar prices to the 2/2 condo/townhouse.

Just seems dangerous with fair housing laws, as really all I can tell from your photo is what race you are.The only time I'd consider a family vs non-family is if the other offer was similar but from some out of state investor group or something, and even then it would be the weight of a single hair on those balance scales. 

@Lane Kawaoka,  I understand, I have similar thoughts..

And, YES, I know I probably got myself into this situation and I've certainly picked up some lessons learned with this one about screening and not being in a hurry to get people in there to rent.Just wondered if anyone else has experienced a similar situation.

There are also 2 other bidders, one of whom offered 25% down payment, but rest of offer was similar to ours. 

Similar downpayment of 5% (as opposed to the FHA 3.5%) and the closing costs will be lower. 

The other is similar acreage on the county road so lots of traffic.