After you know where the property is likely to be found direct all of your energy to finding a property in that location that meets your numbers. 

First post it on market place for FREE, then boost it for $1 a dayApartments.com is Costar so they kind of work, but just use the free service unless you got over 50 units to rent, the ads are Very expensive Apartment Guide will fill up lower end budget type apartments fast if thats whet you got. if you dont, stay away from them, If you are by a college, filter your audience to students and faculty of that same college (and also add the nearby employers) on face book, do a compelling post on your business Facebook website (not your personal, keep those lurkers off your personal facebook) then filter-filter filter be creative .

I'm in escrow for my first duplex in Montclair CA and I'm looking to take advantage of the energy efficient mortgage program.

As a wind energy developer with a lot of experience dealing with restrictive wind-related zoning ordinances, I can tell you that industry participation is critical.

Your REI meetup will help to boost your credibility and you joining the clubs will help you find friends with common interests that would potentially translate down the road into doing business with you.My suggestion if you like to volunteer then find a cause and join the group.

I do agree with @Parker Eberhard but think if you have that kind of energy and would get great satisfaction from building your own home, then go for it.Check the rules where you are as they relate to parking and living in a camper, and or renting a camper.

Perhaps a better use of this energy would be to do the calculation on what happens if you have nearly 100% occupancy at that lowest rate.  

A little early-week ego boost!

Energy efficiency (low utility costs for the tenants)5.

I believe they could give you a rough idea BUT make sure you are aware of new energy regulations that mandate solar panels and that PG and E is ok with the location of the power lines.