Just to clarify a couple things that I misrepresented above.I would live in for 1.5 years because of this-Reno then refi after 6 months while owner occ for best terms, then stay for remaining seasoning of 1 year before I rent it out. 

Many lenders require a 12 month "seasoning."

You may want to check out the RICH club, they have a monthly meeting just for women and seasoned investors share their experiences with those who are beginners and it's a no pressure environment.

Hearing now they want 6 months seasoning between?

It was a big player before Raytheon Aircraft/Hawker Beech/Beechcraft started downsizing and selling off - many executives lived there and raised families.

My question is about temporary/seasonal/surplus housing, and whether or not anyone here would have anything available that would be cost effective for the duration of each assignment..?

It may take an extra 6 months of seasoning, but would owner occ terms be worth it?

Also 3 major players are opening up there doors for business this year bringing hundreds of jobs into the city.Aside from the densely student population New Haven does a good job keeping people employed, and as a Yale employee you receive plenty of housing assistance. 

Little extras when I am servicing a unit anyway (like a new toilet seat or faucet or porch light unexpected), greeting cards at holidays, common areas decorated for the season or trimming a tree, weeding, etc. without being asked.  

Again I'm not the most seasoned here just wanted to throw in my 2 cents.