I end up getting investors that whine like retail style buyers.

Since a 5 unit is probably odd for comps I'd suggest you look at tri and four plexes and up to 6 or even 8 unit properties that are most similar in location, style, rents, condition and age then make adjustments as needed on a unit basis.

There are a few options for you, depending on your time availability & learning style.

The average american household wants/needs a 3 bedroom 1100sq foot plus home..

We have another lot in Capistrano Beach, where we will build another house, different style.

I decided to go into rehabbing homes because that fits more my style plus I like the challenge of taking an ugly house and making it better for everyone involvedI want to tell you that I have known  a Real Estate agent and he is like a faraway friend, (you know a friend of a friends but he's also your friend but not close) So anyway, to my surprise he has been finding homes and assisting some rehabbers in my neck of the woods.

Other issues with the elevator is that it is a small, (old style) elevator that would not meet code today.

Hi, I'm am getting ready to start a rehab on a dutch style colonial home.

What we use depends on the style of the property. 

A nice lady in her early 80's wants to rent a ranch-style apartment.