And, I think it’s a long shot I get it at my price.

I like the potential with the Airbnb combined with the consistency of the long term.  

Consistency - once you find the right volume, you need to be persistent with your plan.

If you have an email automation tool you can also layer email drops as well.Really when it comes down to it with whatever form of marketing you are doing consistency is the most important component. 

That also gives it a better shot of being removed in the future when enough people see the negatives piling up.I can take the proceeds from the seattle duplex sale and buy outright a fairly modern ~6 unit property (60's and up) in some secondary and many tertiary markets in western washington,    and with no more than 50% financing I can be looking at 8-12 units properties in secondary and tertiary markets.   

The war zone comment above was a cheap shot... sorry, but I hope I am able to explain in this post why cap rate just does not help me.Cheers...

You are able to build your system, become efficient, learn the process in and out, and build confidence.You can consistently hit a bunch of singles and doubles and build wealth.  

I was able to consistently rent out a townhouse in midtown for several years to high quality tenants who could afford to pay on the higher end.

That said, @Gary Siver makes a valid point on the ease of peeling off a single glue down plank when repairs are needed.Home Depot's LifeProof brand is solid, with consistent manufacturing and a great price point.

The consistency of the cash flows coming from rentals could expedite my being able to leave my 9-5 faster, therefore focusing more time on RE, therefore building a portfolio that provides something closer to financial freedom faster.