Based on the research I've done, I believe we need a Bridge Loan.

Based on your comments or fears about tenants one of the options that you should eliminate is renting then self managing. 

On projected current rates and Expenses based on NOI I got a valuation that is 50 - 55 % lower than the asking price which is based on comparable residential units in the area I was looking at ...  

local banks are the way to go with the small ones. it will be based of the dscr of the property but also you DTI.

Are they responsible for the debt?

Based in Maryland and lend on the East Coast.  

I’m still on the fence about selling it but based on my experience sometimes it’s good to sell right after a record breaking comp in your neighborhood sells.

Can only be 765 Sq ft based on primary residence Sq ft.

Lastly, you can ask what other investors pay for items in the area and base prices on that.

Consider that the other unit is paying or close to paying the debt service and you have little to no house payment.